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THE RINK AT WINTERFEST RETURNS TO CONVENTION CENTER PLAZA ON NOVEMBER 23
November 18, 2024
THE RINK AT WINTERFEST RETURNS TO CONVENTION  CENTER PLAZA ON NOVEMBER 23

El Paso, Texas – The City of El Paso and Destination El Paso proudly announce the return of The Rink at WinterFest to the Convention Center Plaza, November 23 – January 10, 2025. Glide into the holiday season with friends and family as Downtown El Paso transforms to celebrate the annual WinterFest celebration. The Rink at WinterFest offers fun for all ages, with skating sessions priced at $12 per person. Guests are invited to skate at The Rink and enjoy weekly activations throughout WinterFest. Rink packages will be available for groups to book and enjoy unique experiences for private gatherings. All guests are encouraged to visit the Convention Center Plaza and attend themed event nights, including Taylor Swift Night “In My WinterFest Era” and “The Happiest Rink on Earth,” musical acts, concessions and holiday markets.

The Rink at WinterFest Hours of Operation:

• Monday – Thursday: 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

• Fridays: 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

• Saturdays: 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

• Sundays: 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Promotions, Events and Pricing:

• General Admission (All Ages): $12

• Military & First Responders (with ID): $8 (In Person Only)

• Family 4-Pack (Monday – Thursday): $8 per person, increments of 4 (In Person Only)

• Groups of 10 or More: $10 per person (Any day; In Person Only)

• Mommy & Me Mondays: Kids 10 and under skate for $5.

• Teacher Tuesdays: Teachers receive $4 off their session.

• Sweater Weather Wednesdays: Wear an ugly sweater for $4 off your skate session.

• Ice Skating 101 (Thursdays): Join a 6:00 p.m. session to learn basic skating techniques.

• Rock at The Rink Fridays (presented by KLAQ): Skate to rock hits every Friday!

Sensory Hours:

The Rink will offer special sensory-friendly hours on the first hour of skating on November 23, as well as Monday – Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., creating an inclusive environment for all guests.

Holiday Hours:

• Thanksgiving Weekdays: 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

• Thanksgiving Day: 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

• Winter Break (Dec 23 - Jan 3): 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

• Christmas Eve: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Christmas Day: 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

• New Year’s Eve: CLOSED

• New Year’s Day: 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m


The mission of Destination El Paso is to provide convention, tourism, venue, and event management services to visitors, clients and the greater El Paso community so they can enjoy a pleasurable experience that enhances quality of life and generates economic growth.

ABOUT ASM GLOBAL

Award-winning ASM Global is the world’s No. 1 development and full-service venue company focused on client-first approaches for driving significant financial success. The company’s elite network spans five continents featuring a portfolio of more than 400 of the world’s most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention/exhibition centers and performing arts venues.

ASM Global translates its unique visionary ownership experience into innovative project development, planning and execution; content programming; curated guest-immersive experiences; locally tailored solutions; and optimized revenue streams for our client’s properties and surrounding communities. Focused on value creation and economic growth, ASM Global realizes venue business potential to elevate the profitability and profile of our clients and partners. We cultivate strong, inclusive relationships with the communities we work and live in while championing the welfare and development of our employees and small-business partners, resulting in a more cohesive, resilient and vibrant community.

ASM Global’s expertise and commitment extends across existing venue management, new venue development, and transformative renovation projects across the most exciting properties in the industry, including Kai Tak Sports Park (Hong Kong), Caesars Superdome (New Orleans, Louisiana), The Moscone Center (San Francisco, California), AO Arena (Manchester, U.K.), The Greek Theatre (Los Angeles, California), Desert Diamond Arena (Glendale, Arizona) and Fishers Event Center (Fishers, Indiana).