Thanks for an amazing 5th season of Oly on Ice! We had a record-setting attendance of 23,138 skaters. We're looking forward to seeing you for season 6 - stay tuned in early fall for more details.
A huge thank-you to all of the sponsors who helped to bring another successful season of Oly on Ice to Downtown Olympia! Interested in joining us as a partner for the 2024-25 season? Contact
auyeda@ci.olympia.wa.us by Aug. 1, 2024 for details.
Oly on Ice is managed by
Ice Rink Events, the USA’s largest and most-experienced designer, manufacturer, installer, and owner-operator of seasonal, temporary, portable, and special-event ice skating and ice sports venues. With hundreds of successful installations from coast-to-coast and around-the-world.
1. Click the link above and select the date, time and number of tickets you wish to purchase.
2. Fill out required information for purchase.
3. Assign a skating participant to each admission ticket.
4. Each skating participant must sign their own waiver. A legal guardian must sign a waiver for minors.
5. Once your waiver is completed, you will see the QR code to be used as an E-Ticket when entering the facility. Each skater on your reservation will have a unique QR code.
6. After completing payment, a receipt will be emailed and a separate email will include a link to your reservation management page, that you can access at any time and will use to enter the facility.
7. If you’re not able to assign skaters and complete your waivers at the time of purchase, you can return to your Reservation Management page later to complete them.
a. You will receive two separate emails: One is your receipt and the second includes a link to your Reservation Management page, where you can assign the names of the skating participants and complete electronic waivers.
b. After you have assigned the names of the skating participants, you can also forward the email with the link to the Reservation Management page to any skaters you have purchased tickets for who need to sign their own waivers or sign on behalf of their children.
8. Once your waivers are completed, you will receive an email with a unique QR Code for each skating participant to use as their E-Ticket. You will show these codes at the Admission counter when arriving at the ice rink. NOTE: You will not receive your E-ticket(s) until you have completed the waiver(s).
No, your ticket is non-refundable and non-transferrable.
To reschedule your skating reservation, go to the email where you received the ice-skating waiver and then click on the link. This will take you to the Reservation Management page. After you log in, click on "Info & Help", then click "Reschedule Reservation". Here you can select your new desired reservation date and time. Rescheduling is subject to ticket availability.
If severe weather results in a venue closure, all ticket purchasers will be notified by email and will automatically be refunded.
For all issues or questions related to e-ticketing, please visit the “Info and Help” tab on your Reservation Management page, then click the “Contact Support” page.
The rink is 5,000 sq. ft. with a max capacity of 155 skaters.
Peak times are 5-8 p.m. and can be especially busy on weekends and during winter break for local schools. If you’d prefer to skate when it’s less crowded, the beginning and end of each day are typically a little less busy.
Yes! There is no cost to come and watch. We have limited seating available for spectators and recommend you dress to stay warm.
There is no age restriction, however, we do ask that anyone under the age of 12 be accompanied by an adult. We also have limited sizes for toddlers or youth with smaller feet - please see the answer to the question below regarding skate sizes for more information. Please note: Parents are not allowed to carry their children while skating, nor are baby/toddler strollers permitted on the ice.
Our skate sizes are as follows: 8-13 J and 1-15. We have a limited number of J sizes for our smallest skaters, and we do not have half sizes. Skate sizes are not necessarily equivalent to shoe size and skates fit differently on every child. If your child’s foot cannot securely fit in the available sizes, they will unfortunately not be allowed on the ice for safety reasons. Please ask on-site staff for sizing assistance. We encourage you to call or visit the rink in advance to understand the sizing and fit requirements prior to arriving at the rink with your child.
No. Only ice skates are allowed on the ice.
Yes, however, rental skates are included in the admission pricing, and there is no discount for using personal skates.
We do not. Elevate Sporting and the Sprinker Pro Shop in Tacoma are the closest outlets that sell figure and hockey skates. They also have skate sharpening services.
No. Oly on Ice is not set up to accommodate ice hockey, recreational or otherwise. Hockey sticks or pucks are not allowed on the ice.
We have a limited number of skate aids that are available to rent and are available on a first come, first serve basis.
We welcome all guests at Oly on Ice. Guests who utilize mobility aids or who otherwise might need support on the ice are able to skate with the assistance of ice rink staff. This is dependent on availability of staff and if it is determined it will be safe to do so. Please contact rink staff at olympia@icerinkevents.com to discuss your specific accessibility questions.
As you might expect, to ensure the ice stays frozen, it means it’s also cold under the tent! Please be sure to dress in layers so you’ll stay nice and warm, whether skating or just watching. Also, as condensation builds up in the rink, water does drip down from the tent structure above from time to time.
We recommend dressing in layers and wearing a hat and or raincoat with a hood to keep yourself nice and dry. We also recommend thick, crew-length socks to keep your feet comfortable while skating. We do not have helmets available, however, you are welcome to wear your own.
We have a limited number of open-front cubbies you are welcome to put your belongings in while you are skating. We are not responsible for any lost or stolen items while visiting the rink, so please leave all valuables at home.
We have temporary restrooms available during the run of the ice rink.
We will have occasional food vendors on site during the season. Keep an eye on the event calendar for all vendors and special events. If you’re interested in being a food vendor at Oly on Ice, please contact lburns@ci.olympia.wa.us for more information. Food and drink are limited to the spectator area.
Gift certificates are available for purchase at the rink during regular operating hours.
The Party Space at Oly on Ice is available on a limited basis, during regular, off-peak hours for Birthday Parties. The Party Space must be reserved and is available for $59 for a 2-Hour Party (includes set-up and clean-up). The Party Space is under the main tent – it is not a private room. The space includes three tables and benches, with approximate seating for 24 youth or 15 adults.
If after reviewing the above information, you are interested in hosting your birthday party at Oly on Ice, please give us a call at 360.753.8380 or contact
olympiaparks@ci.olympia.wa.us to request our Party Space request packet.
Oly on Ice is available on a limited basis, outside of regular operating hours, for private events. The rink is not available for private rentals during regular operating hours, which can be found at OlyOnIce.com. Private rental of Oly on Ice is $600 for 90-minutes of skating time and includes up to 25 skaters. Each additional skater over 25 is $10. We can accommodate up to 155 skaters on the ice at any one time, with additional room for spectators inside the tent. There is a maximum of 50 K-5 student-skaters or 20 pre-K student-skaters per 90-minute time block, due to limited skate sizes. Sizes begin at toddler 9/10.Rentals include the use of our “Party Space,” which consists of three tables and benches.
If after reviewing the above information, you are interested in hosting a private rental at Oly on Ice, please give us a call at 360.753.8380 or contact olympiaparks@ci.olympia.wa.us to request our Private Party request packet.
No. Smoking and vaping are banned in all City of Olympia parks.
If you have lost something while ice skating, please contact olympia@icerinkevents.com. Generally, items are cleared out and donated every few weeks.
