Experience the magic of skating on a spectacular, one-of-a-kind outdoor rink in the heart of PPG Plaza. Glide through a winter wonderland surrounded by stunning city views and festive lights!
HOURS
November 15, 2024 – December 19, 2024:
Monday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
December 20, 2024 – January 5, 2025:
Sunday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
January 6, 2025 – March 2, 2025:
Monday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
SPECIAL HOLIDAY HOURS
Thanksgiving Day – Thursday, November 28, 2024: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Christmas Eve – Tuesday, December 24, 2024: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Christmas Day – Wednesday, December 25, 2024: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
New Year’s Eve – Tuesday, December 31, 2023: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
New Year’s Day – Wednesday, January 1, 2024: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – Monday, January 20, 2025: 11 a.m. – 10 a.m.
President’s Day – Monday, February 17, 2025: 11 a.m. – 10 a.m.
ADMISSION
Adults (ages 13-49): $11-$12
Children (through age 12): $10-$11
Seniors (ages 50 and up): $10-$11
Military (with ID): $10-$11
First Responders (with ID): $10-$11
Skate Rental: $5-$6 (Sizes 9 Jr to 15 adult)
Groups of 10 or more can get a group discount by making an advance online ticket purchase only. There are no group discounts available for walk-ins. Group prices range from $8-$10 per person
Note: An online ticketing fee will be added to each online ticket purchase.
Lockers available (one time use, self-service): $1.00
DAILY SPECIALS
Tuesday Family Nights - beginning January 7th, enjoy one free child admission with the purchase of an adult admission!
Wednesday Half Priced Student Nights - beginning January 8th, enjoy a half priced student ticket with a valid ID
Thursday Couple Skate - beginning January 9th, buy one Adult Admission, get one free
Lunchtime Monthly Passes - monthly passes are available in January and February
SPECIAL EVENTS
Tree Lighting and Light Up Night
Saturday, November 23, 2024 | 5 PM
You Can Honor a Loved One and Help The American Cancer Society Light the Way to a Cure!
The Annual American Cancer Society Pittsburgh Tribute of Light Ceremony will begin Saturday, November 23rd as part of our Lighting Spectacular! The UPMC Rink at PPG Place will glow with donated Tributes until Sunday, November 20th.
Show your support for those currently battling cancer or honor the memory of loved ones lost to the disease by making a donation to purchase a Tribute today.
FULL EVENT DETAILS:
4:45 PM: LED baton twirling performance by Natalie’s School of Champions
5:30 PM: RMU Island Sports Ice Figure Skating Show
5:45 PM: American Cancer Society Tribute of Light Celebration starts
6 PM: The UPMC Ultimate Holiday Tree Experience and Tree Lighting by ACS Honoree, Jax H, a local childhood cancer survivor
6:15 PM: East End Kids Performance
7 PM: Open Skate on PPG Ice Rink
Skate with Santa
Sundays, December 8, 15, 22, 2024 | 1 – 3 PM
On Sunday December 8th, 15th and 22nd, you can skate with Santa. Santa will be taking a little break from all his Christmas prep work at the North Pole to come and skate with those at the rink from 1 pm to 3 pm. Come and skate and get your picture taken with old St. Nick! Just buy tickets for the 12pm – 1:45 pm; 1 pm – 2:45 pm or 2 pm – 3:45 pm sessions and make sure you’re here between 1 pm – 3 pm and you see Santa!
Princess and Prince Skate
Sunday, January 26, 2025 | 1 – 3 PM
On Sunday, January 26th, with a touch of pixie dust and some fairy tale magic, the UPMC Rink at PPG Place will transport young families to a magical kingdom where fairy tales come alive. Fairy tale princesses, inspired by much beloved films and legendary stories, will skate and glide alongside families and friends. Young princes and princesses of all ages are invited to join along in the annual “Princess and Prince Skate” at the UPMC Rink at PPG Place for a magical afternoon of skating alongside character favorites. Enjoy even more magic this time of year with seasonal lights, music and Princesses at the UPMC Rink at PPG Place.
Valentine's Day Couple Skate
Friday, February 14, 2025 | 5 – 11 PM
Join is for an enchanted evening of skating with your sweetheart under the starts at the UPMC Rink at PPG Place. With the PPG buildings surrounding the plaza, you can skate hand in hand in the cool night air. Gliding along with a loving tune playing you as you make some magical romantic memories in this charmed setting.
