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Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
101 South Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Buy and save! Rentals are now 50% off Mondays through Thursdays for the remainder of the 2024 season. No promo code is needed. 
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Semi-Private Rinkside Lounge  

Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest is excited to bring back the Rinkside Lounge, an outdoor experience for those seeking to host a special event at the rink. Enjoy this heated, après-skate experience featuring plush seating areas, rustic decor, and picturesque views. 

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Guests will be able to have exclusive rink-on; rink-off access with a private entrance to the Lounge from the ice.

The lounge is available 7 days a week for 2.5-hour time slots. It holds up to 45 guests standing. Seating is available, but limited. The reservations can be made for the following time slots:

  • Monday to Thursday time slots ($300 per time slot): 1 pm - 3:30 pm; 4 pm - 6 pm; 7 pm-9:30 pm 
  • Friday time slots ($350 per time slot): 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm; 4 pm – 6 pm;  7 pm – 9:30 pm 
  •  Saturday time slots ($350 per time slot): 11:30 am – 2 pm; 2:30 pm – 5 pm;  5:30 pm – 8 pm; 8:30  pm - 11 pm 
  • Sunday time slots ($350 per time slot): 11:30 am – 2 pm; 2:30 pm – 5 pm; 5:30 pm – 8 pm

Add on a skate concierge for $75 to assist with picking up and dropping off your skates and returning them to the skate rental kiosk. Bar packages are available.

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  • If you book your Rinkside Lounge less than four (4) days in advance, food and beverage packages cannot be guaranteed. 
  • Ice skating tickets are NOT included with the Rinkside Lounge. Order skating tickets separately. Discounted skating is also available for groups of 15 or more. Contact riverrink@drwc.org for more information.


Cabin Rentals

Our warming cabins are the perfect place to hold your next gathering with friends or family. Whether it's a special occasion, or just because, our specialty cabins provide a unique experience you can't get anywhere else. Each cabin is decorated with a festive theme and features comfortable seating. 

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  • Single Cabin: $78 per 90 minutes. Ideal size for a gathering of 8 people. Site-Map.

  • Wide Cabin: $125 per 90 minutes. Ideal size for a gathering of 12 to 15 people. Site-Map.

  • Pay-as-you-go food and beverages are available at the Lodge. Interested in a pre-paid food package and other add-ons? Contact our team at riverrink@drwc.org

Review our bar packages, before your next booking.

Review Group Rates and Rental Packages.

Please note: Cabin sessions and skating sessions should be booked at separate times to ensure maximum ice time, as skates are not allowed in the cabins.

Exchanges: In the event that you need to adjust your purchase, you can adjust your ticket for another date/time of equal value via the self-service ticket exchange option on your Showclix account. Again, tickets can be exchanged but they must be the exact value and quantity of the tickets that were originally purchased. 

Firepit Rentals

Back by popular demand, firepits can be reserved in advance to ensure a comfortable outdoor experience for you and your family and friends. 

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Review our bar packages, before your next booking.

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Please note: Firepit sessions and skating sessions should be booked at separate times to ensure maximum ice time, as skates are not allowed outside of the ice skating zone.

Exchanges: In the event that you need to adjust your purchase, you can adjust your ticket for another date/time of equal value via the self-service ticket exchange option on your Showclix account. Again, tickets can be exchanged but they must be the exact value and quantity of the tickets that were originally purchased. 

Semi-Private Events in the Lodge

Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest is the perfect place to host your holiday party or special event. Enjoy a dazzling atmosphere with views of the Delaware River and Ben Franklin Bridge.

We provide group skating and special event options in the Lodge (see below for Lodge event rental images) for groups of 15 or more. 

  • Quarter Lodge rental holds up to 60 people, seated and standing ($300 for 90 minutes)
  • Half Lodge rental holds up to 180 people, seated and standing ($600 for 90 minutes)
  • Full Lodge rental holds up to 360 people, seated and standing ($1,300 for 90 minutes)

It is recommended that group skating tickets and lodge rentals are booked for two (2) separate time frames so that time is not missed out on your reservations. Ice skates are not permeated in the Lodge. The group skating rates are as follows:

  • $14 per person for groups with 15-50 skaters
  • $13 per person for groups with 51+ skaters
  • $12 per person for groups with 100+ skaters

Please fill out the form below to start the reservation process. For general inquiries about our rental experiences, please contact riverrink@drwc.org.

Review our bar packages, before your next booking.

Review Group Rates and Rental Packages.

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Buy Now and Save: Cabins, Firepits, and Rinkside Lounge

Buy now and save! Rentals are now 50% off Mondays through Thursdays for the remainder of the 2024 season. No promo code is needed. Reserve your cabin, firepits, or Rinkside Lounge today