A new pop-up skating rink, called San FranDISCO, made its grand debut at the San Francisco Civic Center this past Saturday.
Mayor London Breed announced the opening of the new 5,000-square-foot skating rink at Fulton Plaza.
The pop-up rink will showcase the best of roller skating culture, with live DJ music, disco balls and coloured lights.
The new skating rink is a three-month pilot program with the possibility of extension following evaluation by the city with partners and the community.
San FranDISCO will be open to the public Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 8 p.m. Youth under 18 can skate for $5 and those 18 and older can skate for $15—admission fees cover entry and skate rental.
With something for everyone, the track is a welcome new outdoor entertainment for residents and visitors alike to enjoy.
“I’m happy that our families, kids and residents can come skate right in front of City Hall in Fulton Plaza,” Breed said. “Reclaiming our city will require everyone in our community to work together on ideas like this rink that get people excited about San Francisco. I want to thank the Civic Center Community Benefits District for their support of this project and we are proud to partner with 8 Wheel Church, a San Francisco institution.”
Kate Sofis, executive director of the Office of Economic and Workforce Development, said transforming the city's public spaces for unique activities, such as a roller skating rink, speaks to the fun and spirit of San Francisco, so more events that bring people together and support local businesses are expected in the coming months.
“Bringing families, workers, residents and visitors here to San FranDISCO is the goal of the events and activities the city is organizing as part of our economic recovery,” he said.
In addition to the high-quality rink floor protected from the weather with a roof canopy, the rink facilities feature restrooms, a skate rental kiosk, and spacious public seating areas where anyone can enjoy watching the skaters in action.
Instructors will offer 90-minute skating sessions at 12:00, 14:00, and 16:00, and a two-hour session from 18:00 to 20:00 on Wednesday through Sunday evenings. Interested parties can find out more on the website www.skatesanfrandisco.com.
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