East Tennessee State University will welcome the holiday season with the return of its popular synthetic ice-skating rink at University Commons, opening Tuesday, Nov. 17, and offering opportunities for students, faculty, staff and community members to enjoy a seasonal campus tradition.
The rink will open from 6-8 p.m. on Nov. 17, with additional skating opportunities available throughout the week. Operating hours will be Wednesday through Friday, 5-9 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 2-7 p.m.
Admission is free for ETSU students, faculty and staff with a valid ETSU ID. Community members may skate for $5, with skate rentals included in the admission price.
Located at University Commons, the synthetic rink offers visitors of all ages the opportunity to enjoy the winter season without traveling far from home. Skaters are encouraged to review the rink’s safety guidelines before visiting.
For more information about ETSU’s holiday events, visit etsu.edu/holidays.
Synthetic Ice Rink Rules and Regulations
To help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, all visitors must follow these rules:
- Skate at your own risk.
- Protective equipment is recommended.
- Helmets are recommended for children under 10.
- Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult.
- No pushing, shoving, racing or dangerous skating.
- Carrying children while skating is prohibited.
- Sitting on rink barriers is prohibited.
- Bare feet and shoes are not permitted on the ice. Skates must be worn.
- Food, drinks, gum, etc. are not permitted on the ice. Tobacco and alcohol are prohibited.
- Skates are not permitted on brick or concrete surfaces.
- ETSU reserves the right to remove patrons from the rink.
- ETSU is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
- ETSU is not responsible for accidents or injuries.
More details and a liability form will be provided at the rink.
