This post is sponsored by Brenton Skating Plaza.
Each year, we kickoff the holiday season with celebratory events around Greater Des Moines (DSM). This year, there’s the Holiday Promenade, Jingle in the Junction and even Virtual Visits with Santa, just to name a few. But there’s one thing that always puts me in the mood for the holidays — ice skating in Downtown DSM!
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, I wasn’t sure I’d have the chance to lace up my skates and hit the ice, but with extra safety precautions, including limited hours and reservations through a new ticketing system, I’m excited to finally get the chance to skate at Brenton Skating Plaza.
Here’s what to expect if you’re planning to skate in 2020:
Ice Skating in Downtown DSM
Opening day is Friday, November 20! Daily sessions are 1.5 hours long and capacity will be limited to 99 skaters. Pre-registration is highly encouraged, but a few walk-up slots will be available. The Plaza will be cleaned in between sessions and all skates will be sanitized. All skaters and viewers are required to wear masks.
Sessions Schedule
The following sessions will be available through Sunday, January 3, with additional weekday skating sessions during school holiday breaks:
Monday – Thursday
3:30 – 5 p.m.
5:30 – 7 p.m.
7:30 – 9 p.m.
Friday
3:30 – 5 p.m.
5:30 – 7 p.m.
7:30 – 9 p.m.
9:30 – 11 p.m.
Saturday
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
1:30 – 3 p.m.
3:30 – 5 p.m.
5:30 – 7 p.m.
7:30 – 9 p.m.
9:30 – 11 p.m.
Sunday
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
1:30 – 3 p.m.
3:30 – 5 p.m.
5:30 – 7 p.m.
Skating FAQ
If you have questions about COVID-19 precautions, holiday skating sessions, pricing or rentals, check out the Brenton Skating Plaza FAQ. Don’t forget to Mask Up, socially distance and wash your hands when planning your visit!
Downtown Des Moines (DSM) is a growing, vibrant community that offers the energy, sophistication, housing and attractions of a burgeoning city with a brilliant future. It’s also easy to visit with plentiful and affordable street and ramp parking options.
All photos courtesy of Brenton Skating Plaza.
