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Location
Visitor tip
Reserve your skating session in advance as the rink gets very crowded, especially during peak holiday season times
Best time
The rink is relatively small, so manage expectations about skating space and consider visiting on weekdays or non-peak hours to have more room to maneuver
Visitor tip
Bring young children with confidence—this rink is known for being beginner-friendly with skating aids like polar bear skating assists available, and staff are patient with all skill levels
Quick Facts
- Status
- Closed for 2025-26 season
- Reopening Date
- November 4, 2026
- Location
- Union Square, San Francisco
What visitors say
The Safeway Holiday Ice Rink at Union Square brings such joy during the season. The rink is wonderfully accessible, with benches for those who want to watch and cheer on their loved ones. The staff were friendly and patient, and the…
Union Square, in all its curated urban splendor, is a stage where architecture flirts with ambition and the streets hum with possibility. As I strolled through the plaza, taking in the meticulously arranged fountains and the stoic…
Nice place and a good activity during winter! It is very crowded and you need to reserve in advance.
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Did You Know?
- Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square is an outdoor skating venue located in one of San Francisco's most iconic landmarks, adjacent to major tourist attractions including PIER 39 and Golden Gate Park
- The rink experienced a full season closure for 2025-26, with reopening scheduled for November 4, 2026
- Crowding is a significant operational characteristic, with 'crowded' mentioned 34 times in reviews and advance reservations recommended by visitors
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