(FOX40.COM) \u2014\u00a0The Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink is making its return for the holidays with a grand opening on Thursday.<\/p>\n
The official ribbon cutting will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Nov. 6 at 7th\u00a0and K Streets in Ali Youssefi Square. The rink will then be open to the public at 2 p.m. with a $2 opening day admission.<\/p>\n
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Regular hours of operation are 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. The rink will be closed on Monday.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Downtown Sacramento\u00a0Ice\u00a0Rink\u00a0represents what downtown does best \u2013 bringing people together to create lasting memories,\u201d Michael Ault, Executive Director of the Downtown Sacramento Partnership, said. \u201cIt\u2019s a cherished Sacramento tradition and we\u2019re grateful to our community leaders and partners for their support in bringing this tradition to life year after year.\u201d<\/p>\n
The ice rink is steps away from Golden 1 Center, DOCO and dozens of shops and restaurants, which are all perfect stops for those looking to celebrate the season, officials said.<\/p>\n
Groups of 10 or more people can reserve two-hour sessions for a private event or party by booking online or calling 916-442-8575.<\/p>\n
Guests can also enjoy holiday and themed events, including:<\/p>\n
Veterans Day, Nov. 11: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.<\/p>\n
Princess & Superhero Day, Nov. 15: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.<\/p>\n
Donation Weeks, Nov. 17 through Nov. 30: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.<\/p>\n
Thanksgiving Day: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n
Christmas Eve: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.<\/p>\n
Christmas Day: 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/p>\n
New Year\u2019s Eve: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.<\/p>\n
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.<\/p>\n
Tickets are available at the rink and are $15 for general admission and $8 for children 6 years old and under.<\/p>\n
Officials said that seasonal discounts include: <\/p>\n
Dignity Health card: $5 off<\/p>\n
Western Health Advantage card: $5 off<\/p>\n
Same-day SacRT pass or ticket: $2 off<\/p>\n
Skaters using their own skates: $2 off<\/p>\n
Sacramento Kings Kids Club All-Star Members: Free skate<\/p>\n
Active military or veterans with a valid military ID: Free skate<\/p>\n
Officials said that skaters can call 916-738-0703 to find out if the\u00a0rink\u00a0is open during inclement weather.<\/p>\n
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