Ice Skating Returns To Railroad Park Nov. 23

BIRMINGHAM, AL - For the third year, Birmingham's Railroad Park will set up its outdoor ice skating rink for kids and families to enjoy through the holiday season. Brrrmingham, presented

by VIVA HEALTH returns Friday, November 23.

The 50’ by 80’ rink will be on the brick surface of Railroad Park’s Regions Bank 17th Street Plaza. The rink will be open seven days a week through January 6, only closing on Christmas Day. Hours of operation for the rink are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

“This is our third year with a rink at Railroad Park, and we’re always awed by the transformation
into a winter wonderland,” said Camille Spratling, Executive Director, Railroad Park Foundation.
“We are expanding the viewing platform this year to welcome more spectators. As always, it is
free to visit Railroad Park and we encourage everyone to come enjoy the atmosphere.
Particularly in the evening, the lights in the rink area create a truly magical space. One of our
privileges at Railroad Park is to create memorable, quintessentially Birmingham experiences,
and we’re thrilled to do that for those who come from near and far to ice skate.”

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Ticket prices include skate rental, tax, and unlimited time on the ice. Children 12 and under are $10, adults are $12, and groups of 20 or more skate for $9 per person. Tickets are available online or at the rink. Though skates are included in the ticket price, individuals are welcome to bring their own skates. Tickets are valid for the entire day. Season passes are also available.

Photo via Railroad Park