SF’s New Year’s Eve Holiday Ice Skating at Union Square

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One of San Francisco’s favorite holiday traditions returns for its 19th season. The Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square opens November 4, 2026, bringing outdoor ice skating to the heart of downtown San Francisco through January 18, 2027. Skate beneath the holiday lights in Union Square, with themed nights throughout the season ranging from ’80s music and country glam to a silent disco on ice. The rink is open daily, with hour-long skating sessions starting every 90 minutes. This year's ...