Downtown Santa Monica announces the return of Ice at Santa Monica presented by Disney+ and Hulu, the city’s beloved holiday tradition, now celebrating its 17th season. From November 7, 2025, through January 19, 2026, the seasonal ice rink at 1324 5th Street will transform Downtown Santa Monica into a winter wonderland by the beach, welcoming families and friends to create unforgettable holiday memories.
The festivities kick off with the Grand Opening Celebration on Friday, November 7, from 6 to 10 p.m. Guests can enjoy free ice skating (available on a first-come, first-served basis), a live DJ, on-ice skating performances, giveaways and a magical “snow” surprise.
Admission to the Ice at Santa Monica skating rink is $22 for a 60-minute session, including skate rental. The rink will be open daily through January 19, 2026 from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. Throughout the season, visitors can also indulge in rink-side fire pits, rent private party tents and participate in themed events including:
- Taylor Swift Birthday Celebration | Friday, December 13 during 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. sessions
- New Year’s Eve East Coast Countdown | Tuesday, December 31 from 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
- Disney+ and Hulu Themed Nights | Every Tuesday will feature rotating themed programming inspired by Disney+ and Hulu favorites, from a Home Alone Night to a Die Hard Night, with more exciting themes to be announced.
- Classical Sundays presented by KUSC | 12:00 pm and 1:30 pm sessions
With the Disney+, Hulu Bundle, guests can bring the holidays home with their favorite movies like Home Alone, The Santa Clause, Die Hard, and The Polar Express (arriving Nov. 20), and unwrap brand-new premieres like A Very Jonas Christmas Movie (Nov. 14) and the highly anticipated second season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians (Dec. 10).
For more information on Ice at Santa Monica, please visit iceatsantamonica.com or call 310-807-4822. For details on all holiday happenings in Downtown Santa Monica, visit downtownsm.com/calendar.
