Hours of Operation
Rinks are scheduled to be open Friday, December 18, through February 15, weather permitting.
MONDAY–FRIDAY....4–8 p.m.
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY....1–8 p.m.
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
DEC 20: 4–8 p.m.
DEC 21 & 22: 4–8 p.m.
DEC 23: 1–8 p.m.
DEC 24: Closed
DEC 25: Closed
DEC 26–30: 1–8 p .m.
DEC 31 & JAN 1: 1–5 p .m.
WARMING HOUSES
Our warming houses offer the perfect space to take a break from the cold, get concessions, and where to rent ice skates from our friendly staff! Each warming house has a restroom available during business hours.
*note: masks are currently required inside the warming houses by staff and patrons.
Weekends:
1-8 p.m.
When Sioux Falls School District is not in session:
1-8 p.m. Starting Dec 23
Weekdays:
When Sioux Falls School District is in session:
4-8 p.m. Starting Jan 4 (or if we open before Dec 23)
Dec. 24 & 25: Closed
Dec. 31: 1-5 p.m.
Jan 1: 1-5 p.m.
SKATE RENTAL PRICES
YOUTH Ages 2 to 15 years ....$1
SENIORS Ages 55 and better ....$2
ADULT Ages 16 to 54 years ....$3
FRIDAY NIGHT SPECIAL All ages ....$1
HIRING
The coolest job in town is working as a Skating Rink Leader! This important and fun job is the best way to spend the winter earning money, making friends and memories. Ages 15 and up should apply now! Start here: SiouxFalls.org/Parks-Jobs. For questions or assistance with applying, call us at 605-367-8222.
Supervise outdoor ice rinks and enforce ice rink policies. Maintain order and safety on the rinks. Ability to complete and document money transactions with accuracy. Excellent communication and customer service skills a must.
$10.50 per hour December–February (as weather permits)
EVENTS
Annual citywide events happening each year at the rinks:
- Frosty Frolics
- Passport to the Ice Rinks contest
- Winter programming
**NOTICE: All 6 public outdoor ice rinks will CLOSED due to the winter weather advisory on Thursday, January 14, 2021.
**Parents of small children should be especially aware of weather conditions and warming house hours before leaving children at the outdoor rinks when weather conditions are extreme. Children ages 6 and under must be accompanied by someone 16 years of age or older.
SIOUX FALLS HAS SIX BEAUTIFUL ICE RINKS AROUND THE CITY
Each ice rink has a warming house, vending, and skate rentals available. Please follow our current social distancing and mask requirements posted.
LOCATIONS
- Campus Park, 1700 S. Summit Ave. Sioux Falls, SD 57105
- Frank Olson Park, 4001 E. 16th Sioux Falls, SD 57103
- McKennan Park, 400 E. 26th St. Sioux Falls, SD 57105
- Memorial Park, 7500 W. 26th St. Sioux Falls, SD 57106
- Sherman Park, 2705 W. 12th St. Sioux Falls, SD 57104
- Tuthill Park, 3500 S. Cliff Ave. Sioux Falls, SD 57103
PASSPORT TO THE ICE RINKS CONTEST
Discover all six ice rinks during the 2020–2021 season to have your passport punched. Three winners will be announced after ice rinks close for the season! Prize is a gift card.
CONTEST RULES:
A. PASSPORTS MUST HAVE AT LEAST THREE PUNCHES TO BE ENTERED IN THE DRAWING.
B. PASSPORTS MUST BE TURNED IN TO ONE OF THE SIX OUTDOOR ICE RINKS OR THE MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER BY FEBRUARY 15, 2021.
C. THREE WINNERS WILL BE DRAWN AT RANDOM.
D. ALL AGES ARE WELCOME TO PLAY; HOWEVER, ONLY ONE PRIZE PER HOUSEHOLD WILL BE AWARDED, AND ONLY ONE PASSPORT MAY BE TURNED IN PER PARTICIPANT.
SNOWY GLOW CAPTURE THE FLAG
MEMORIAL PARK | AGES: 10-13
Join us for some snowy fun as we play glow-in-the dark capture the flag! Kids will be split up into two different teams, as they try to steal the other team’s flag to secure the victory. Guided only by their teams glow sticks! Get your winter gear on and meet us on the snow-covered field. Participants will meet at the Memorial Ice Rink Warming House. Registration required.
DEC 17 | THU | 6:30-8 P.M. | $5 PER PERSON
CANVAS AND COCOA
FRANK OLSON ICE RINK WARMING HOUSE | AGES: 6-12
Join us for a fun class of painting on a canvas and drinking some hot cocoa. We will be using a canvas to paint a fantastic penguin snow scene. Pack a sack lunch so when you are done, you can stick around and go ice-skating. All supplies are provided. Skate rentals will be available starting at 1 p.m. Registration required.
DEC 30 | WED | 11:30 A.M.-12:30 P.M. | $10 PER CHILD
MILK JUG BOWLING
ALL AGES
Get ready for some winter bowling, with a twist! Your bowling ball will be replaced with a milk jug as you put your aiming skills to the test, on ice! This event will bring the whole family together for an evening of fun. Prizes awarded to top scoring families! Registration required.
JAN 5 | TUE | 6:30–8 P.M. | SHERMAN HOCKEY PEN | FREE
JAN 7 | THU | 6:30–8 P.M. | MEMORIAL HOCKEY PEN | FREE
INTRO TO ICE SKATING
CAMPUS ICE RINK | ALL AGES
JAN 20 | WED | 6:30–7:30 P.M.
Love being outside during the winter? Always wanted to learn how to ice skate, but never had a chance? Well come on over to Campus Ice Rink and learn how to skate like a pro. Program is free with the purchase of skate rental. All ages are welcome. No registration or experience required.
DATE NIGHT SKATE NIGHTS IN FEBRUARY
ALL OUTDOOR ICE RINKS | ALL AGES
BOGO skate rentals are the name of the game for date night at all outdoor public ice rinks. Buy one skate rental and get one of equal or lesser value free of charge for that special someone! No registration required.
FEB 4, 11 | TUE | 4–8 P.M. | BUY ONE GET ONE SKATE RENTALS
SUPER HERO SKATE PARTY
CAMPIS ICE RINK | #325005 | ALL AGES
Come skate with us at Campus Ice Rink while also meeting some of your favorite superheroes. Wear your own superhero costume and snap a photo with your fellow heroes. You’ll even get the chance to show off your superhuman skill of ice skating. Skate rentals will be available. No registration required.
FEB 6 | SAT | 1–3 P.M. | FREE
