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A Cool Taste of Winter In Time for Christmas in July: Delaware River Waterfront Corporation Announces the Return of Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest, with Special Santa Skate on July 25
PHILADELPHIA (July 17, 2025) – The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (“DRWC”) officially announces the return of Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest for the 2025 – 2026 season, bringing back Philadelphia’s favorite cold-weather tradition beginning Friday, November 29, 2025. To offer visitors an early taste of holiday magic, DRWC will host a special Santa Skate on Friday, July 25...
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Media Advisory: A Cool Taste of Winter In Time for Christmas in July - Delaware River Waterfront Corporation Announces the Return of Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest, with Special Santa Skate on July 25
WHAT: While the Waterfront is currently celebrating Summerfest, the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) recently announced the return of the beloved Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest for the 2025 – 2026 Holiday Season. To offer visitors a cool taste of winter and an early taste of holiday magic, the Independence Blue Cross RiverRink will host a special “Christmas in...
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Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Cashier, Skate Guards, Skate Rental Reps (Seasonal/Part-Time)
Join the Independence Blue Cross RiverRink team! We are currently seeking cashiers (seasonal/part-time), Skate Rentals representatives (seasonal/part-time), and Skate Guards (seasonal/part-time) to join the Independence Blue Cross RiverRink team at Philadelphia's premier outdoor skating rink and seasonal attraction. No experience is required. Training will be provided. Starting salary: $12/hour...
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Philly Skates Free: Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Hosts Free Ice-Skating on January 31, Presented by Rivers Casino Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (January 21, 2026) — Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC), the nonprofit steward of the beloved Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest, today announced it will host Philly Skates Free presented by Rivers Casino Philadelphia on Saturday, January 31, 2026 from 11AM - 11PM. Kicking off America’s 250th Year with a birthday-themed celebration, Philly Skates Free invites...
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Ice Skating Lessons
Pricing Private Lesson (1 Skater): $55 Semi-private lesson (2 Skaters): $70 Private Party (3-8 Skaters): $30 Want to take a skating lesson during your visit to Independence BlueCross RiverRink Winterfest? Fireworks Skating Academy is excited to bring lessons to the Delaware River Waterfront this season. They offer private, semi-private, small group lessons, private parties, and...
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Ice Skating Tickets
Closed for the season Skate Admission: $5 Skate Rental: $12 The number of ice skating tickets is limited, and reservations are highly recommended. Exchanges: If you need to adjust your purchase, you can change 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 initially be...
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Roller Skating Tickets
Returning summer 2026 Skating Admission: $5.00 Skate Rental: $12.00 Group inquiries for 15+ people Reserve Your Roller Skating Tickets Today Special Deals and Discounts Check back for updates. Independence Blue Cross Discount - Free skate admission for four (4) with a card (online and in-person). Skate rental is not included. Military and First Responder Discount -...
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Sweetheart Skate at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
This year’s Sweetheart Skate at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest was featured in roundups by Visit Philly, the Unionville Times, and the Courier-Post: Things to Do for Valentine's Day Weekend in Greater Philadelphia for 2022 (Visit Philly) What To Do: Love is in the air (Unionville Times) South Jersey/Philly things to do: Celebrate Valentine's Day, Black History Month, and more...
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Roller Skating Programming at Blue Cross RiverRink
WE ARE STILL ACCEPTING RFP PROGRAMMING PROPOSALS (INDIVIDUAL WEEKEND DATES MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.) THE DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, APRIL 3, 2020. APPLY TODAY! The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is requesting proposals for programming during the spring (May 15th-16th, 2020 with rain dates of May 29th-May 30th, 2020) at Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest (BCRR Summerfest). DRWC is...
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Free Skating on November 24 at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
Please Note: Advance tickets for opening day (Nov. 24) have already been claimed but a limited number of tickets will be available on-site throughout the day. Join us on opening day, and throughout the weekend, for amazing food, beverage, boardwalk games, rides, and so much more. Free skating for all on November 24! In celebration of the 30th Anniversary season of Independence Blue Cross...
