IF YOU GO
› What: Ice on the Landing Grand Opening› Where: Chattanooga Choo Choo gardens, 1400 Market St.› When: 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 16› Admission: $10 adults, $8 children ages 12 and under, includes skate rental› For more information: www.iceonthelanding.com
Chattanooga Presents is partnering with presenting sponsor Volkswagen Chattanooga to return the popular ice-skating rink, Ice on the Landing, to the gardens of the Chattanooga Choo Choo.
Beginning Friday, Nov. 16, the 120-foot by 40-foot, open-air rink will offer the fun and nostalgia of outdoor ice-skating surrounded by gas lanterns, fountains and the holiday grandeur of the iconic Chattanooga Choo Choo.
The rink will open at 6 p.m. Friday with a live, hour-long performance by organist Buddy Shirk.
Ice on the Landing will be open every day for a nine-week season, closing Jan. 21, 2019. Hours Nov. 16 to Dec. 19 are 2-9 p.m. Monday-Wednesday, 2-11 p.m. Thursday-Friday, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, noon-9 p.m. Sundays. Holiday hours will go into effect Dec. 20, which can be found on website.
Ticket pricing is $10 for an adult ticket, $8 for children ages 12 and under. Season passes are $100 for individuals, $200 for a family of four. Admission includes skate rental and a minimum two-hour skate session.
Weekly promotions will range from charity nights to pajama nights to tacky Christmas sweater nights. Ice on the Landing can host birthday parties for groups of up to 15 people. The rink is also available for private rentals for nonprofits and businesses.
Rink-side vending will include hot chocolate, coffee, soft drinks and water, along with Nutella crepes and ham-and-cheese crepes from Adelle's Creperie.
Ice on the Landing was recently named Best (Outdoor) Ice Rink in Tennessee by Step Outside magazine. More than 31,000 skaters enjoyed Chattanooga's only open-air holiday ice rink during the 2017 holiday season.
"We love being part of the entertainment district in the Southside, and it would be hard to imagine a more picture-perfect setting than the beautiful gardens in the Choo Choo," says Carla Pritchard, Chattanooga Presents owner.
"We are thrilled to return to this iconic landmark that offers so many amenities for our guests, such as convenient parking, shuttle services, indoor restrooms, area restaurants and a new holiday market."
Don't know how to skate? No problem - Ice on the Landing will offer a basic skills skating class each Saturday morning prior to opening hours.
Check www.iceonthelanding.com for updates of special theme nights and holiday hours.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What if the weather is too hot or too cold?
The ice is not formed by the weather, it's formed by a chiller that runs 24/7, so it's never too hot to skate. When the temperature goes below 20 degrees, it's uncomfortable for guests to skate, no matter how bundled up they are. When the temperature goes to 20 or below, staff will close the rink.
May skaters bring their own skates to the rink?
Yes. The fee will still be $10 or $8.
Are gift cards available?
Yes. Cards are available at the rink for any amount over $10.
What skate sizes are available?
Child 8 to adult 14.
May skaters leave Ice on the Landing and come back the same day without having to pay again?
No.
Can staff sharpen skates brought in by skaters?
Yes, usually while they wait. There is a $10 charge.
Are spectators allowed?
Yes. Ice on the Landing has plenty of places to watch friends and family skate while enjoying a cup of hot chocolate.
What are acceptable forms of payment?
Ice on the Landing accepts cash, debit and credit cards. There is an ATM on-site. No personal checks. Company checks will be accepted for large groups.
What type of clothing should be worn?
Patrons are advised to dress warmly and dress appropriately for the weather. They must also wear socks if they plan to skate. Socks, gloves and hats are available for sale on-site.
Is there a place for personal belongings?
Ice on the Landing has limited storage in lockers for personal belongings. Skaters should plan appropriately. Patrons' shoes will be held in exchange for rental skates, and will be held until the skates are returned.
Must skaters sign a waiver?
Yes. Recognizing that ice skating can be dangerous, everyone who skates must sign a waiver that they take responsibility for any injuries for themselves and any person under 18 that they accompany.
Source: Iceonthelanding.com
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Weekday promotions will keep the schedule lively at Ice on the Landing. Take note of these upcoming special events.› Nov. 20: College Student Night, 5-9 p.m. Every Tuesday a discount will be offered college students of $2 off admission with valid student ID.› Nov. 21: Children’s Hospital at Erlanger Charity Night, 5-9 p.m. Ice on the Landing will donate 20 percent of ticket proceeds between the hours of 5 to 9 p.m.› Nov. 22: Family Night, 5-9 p.m. Each child age 12 or younger is admitted free with a paying adult.› Nov. 25: Little Debbie Day, noon-9 p.m. Skaters will receive a free package of McKee Foods’ vanilla Christmas tree cakes while supplies last.