Ice Lights at Sprinker Recreation Center
Visitors can skate on the ice or drive bumper cars that slide and spin 360 degrees. The arena is decorated with over 35,000 twinkling lights, a giant light curtain wrapping the rink, and snow falling inside. Attractions also include a 20-foot choreographed holiday tree, seasonal photo opportunities, and a Santa Mail Station.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Ice skating: adults $10.00; youth ages 6–17 $9.00; seniors ages 62 and over $8.00; children ages 5 and under $5.50, including skate rental; skate rental $5.00; ice walker rental $6.00, with limited availability. Ice bumper cars: $12.00 per person per session; prices include tax, a 10-minute safety video/loading, and a 15-minute ride. Party room rental: $100 for a 2.5-hour rental; skating admission and rental are not included. Skate rentals for the party room are at regular rental rates; skate availability is first come, first served, and prepayment is unavailable. Room rental does not include decorations, tableware, table covers, food, drink, cake, or candles.
Ages
All ages
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Location
Tips & Advice
- Reserve bumper cars online early; holiday-season sessions fill quickly, and advance reservations open October 1.
- Ice skating tickets are sold at the door for every session, so buy them there rather than looking for online skating reservations.
- Skates are first-come, first-served and cannot be prepaid, so allow time to get rental skates before skating.
- Ice walker rentals have limited availability, so ask about one early if you need support on the ice.
- Wear warm layers for time on the ice, where skating and bumper car rides take place inside the rink.
Special Events & Promotions
- Ice skating has separate admission; children ages 5 and under, youth ages 6–17, and seniors have age-based admission categories.
- Ice bumper cars are a separately priced activity; reserve sessions online in advance.
- The party room is a separately priced add-on; skating admission and rentals are not included.
- Ice bumper car reservations open October 1.
Links & Contact
Run by Pierce County Parks & Recreation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ice Lights suitable for?
The event is described as fun for all ages, with skating and activities for families and friends.
Do I need to book activities in advance?
Ice skating tickets are sold at the door. Reserve ice bumper car sessions online in advance; reservations fill quickly during the holiday season.
What can visitors do and see?
Visitors can skate, ride ice bumper cars, see the light displays and choreographed tree, enjoy seasonal photo opportunities, and use the Santa Mail Station.
Are food and drinks included with the party room?
No. The party room rental does not include food, drinks, cake, or candles.
Are ice walkers available for skating?
Ice walker rentals are available in limited quantities.
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