Chattanooga now has that ice skating rink that so many of us have been asking for. It’s only temporary: now through February 1st. It’s not very big, 50 x 70 feet, slightly smaller than a high school basketball court. But, it’s a start!
Chattanooga Presents executive director Carla Pritchard has been working hard on the project for several months, and says, “It’s an expensive proposition.” The admission price is ten dollars, or eight dollars for children 12 and under, including skate rental.
WEEKDAYS THRU JANUARY 7:
MON-WED 11AM-9PM
THURSDAY & FRIDAY 11AM-11PM
WEEKDAYS FROM JANUARY 8 -30:
MON-WED 3PM-9PM
THURS-FRI 2PM-11P
WEEKEND HOURS THROUGH FEBRUARY 1
SATURDAY 10AM-11PM
SUNDAY 12PM-9PM
Here are holiday hours: New Years Eve from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m. New Years Day from 11:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m.
The location is in the heart of Chattanooga’s tourist district, on the “green” space area in front of the Blue Plate restaurant at Ross’s Landing. It is being modeled after similar open-air rinks in the Southeast, which have proven successful in recent years. Although temperatures are rarely frigid in Chattanooga in December, a company called Magic Ice USA has experience in creating the technology to keep the skating surface at the proper level.
Here are frequently asked questions from the Ice on the Landing website:
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How much does it cost to skate? $10 for adults and $8 for children 12 and under. This includes skate rental.
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May I bring my own skates to the rink? Yes. The fee will still be $10.
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What skate sizes are available? Youth 9 to adult 13.
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Where is Ice on the Landing located?On the Chattanooga Green at Ross’ Landing across from the Chattanooga Pier, 100 Riverfront Parkway, Chattanooga TN 37402
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Are there season passes available? Ice on the Landing does not offer season passes.
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How long may I skate? Each ticket is good for two hours of skating.
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May I leave Ice on the Landing and come back the same day without having to pay again? No.
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May I be a spectator? Of course! Ice on the Landing has plenty of places for you to watch your friends and family skate while enjoying a cup of hot chocolate. Enjoy a cozy warming area with benches and heaters provided by Southern Hearth and Patio.
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What are the acceptable forms of payment? Ice on the Landing accepts cash and credit cards. There will be an ATM on-site. No personal checks. Company checks will be accepted for large groups.
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Do you offer large group discounts? Yes. Groups with 10 or more will receive $1 off, groups with 20 or more will receive $2 off.
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If we are visiting Chattanooga for Ice on the Landing, are there hotels nearby? Please visit www.chattanoogafun.com for listings of area hotels.
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Where can I park? There is on-street parking, surface lots at Power Alley and Riverfront and Chestnut and Aquarium Way. There are garages at River Pier Landing and the CARTA Garage at Broad and Third Streets.
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Are there any available restrooms? Yes, restrooms will be available.
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Are food and beverages available at the rink? Yes. There are also several restaurants within walking distance of Ice on the Landing.
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What type of clothing should I wear? Ice skating is an outdoor activity and our rink is in the open. We advise patrons to dress warmly and for the weather. You should also wear socks if you plan to skate.
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What if it rains? Ice on the Landing staff will determine any changes in schedule due to rain. If a skating period is stopped by the staff with over half the scheduled time remaining, rain checks for future use will be available.
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What do I do with my personal belongings? Ice on the Landing will have limited storage for personal belongings. Please plan for any needs. Patrons’ shoes will be held in exchange for rental skates and will be held until the skates are returned.
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What if I don’t know how to skate? Ice on the Landing is fun for everyone, regardless of your skating experience. There will be knowledgeable rink guides available to assist you and answer any of your questions. We will have “skate buddies” available for a rental fee of $2.
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Is there a smoking area? No. Ice on the Landing and the entire Chattanooga Green are smoke free.
Hi, David! Thanks for sharing all the info. Happy Thanksgiving!
This will be huge! Thanks for sharing this. Congratulations to Carla, Ann and the Chattanooga Presents! Staff for putting this together. They do so much for our fair city.