Skate the Skyline
The Vale Rink
The William Vale re-launches the iconic Vale Rink for the third Winter season. Immerse yourself in a magical winter wonderland and glide into the New Year with a breathtaking backdrop of the Manhattan skyline. The rink is specially made with Glice's sustainable synthetic ice, requiring no use of power or water. A one-of-a-kind alternative to a traditional ice skating rink, Glice's technology provides a similar skating surface to ice without the cold and wetness, allowing visitors the opportunity to enjoy the rink in chilly weather.
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Location:
The William Vale | 23rd Floor
111 N. 12th St Brooklyn, NY 11249
Hours of Operation:
- Monday - Friday: 2pm – 10pm
- Saturday & Sunday: 12pm – 10pm
Pricing:
- $20.00 + taxes for Adults (13 and above)
- $12.00 + taxes for Children (12 and below)
Pricing includes skate rental and locker use
Contact: [email protected]
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Rink Pricing
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$20.00 + taxes for Adults (13 and above)
$12.00 + taxes for Children (ages 4-12)
Pricing includes skate rental and locker use
FAQ
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WHAT IS THE SKATING SURFACE AT THE VALE RINK?
The Vale Rink is specially made with Glice's sustainable synthetic ice, requiring no use of power or water. A one-of-a-kind alternative to a traditional ice skating rink, Glice's technology provides a similar skating surface to ice without the cold and wetness, allowing visitors the opportunity to enjoy the rink in chilly weather.
WHERE IS THE VALE RINK LOCATED?
The Vale Rink is located on the 23rd floor rooftop of The William Vale in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. 111 N. 12th Street Brooklyn, NY 11249.
WHEN IS THE VALE RINK OPEN?
The Vale Rink is open seasonally Monday – Sunday with hours of operations as follows:
- Monday - Friday: 2PM - 10PM
- Saturday & Sunday: 12PM -10PM
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO SKATE AT THE VALE RINK?
Admission to The Vale Rink is $20 + taxes (adults ages 13+) and $12 + taxes (children ages 4 to 12).
HOW DO I MAKE A RESERVATION FOR SKATING TIME?
Book your reservation by purchasing a ticket here.
WHAT ARE THE TIME SLOTS?
Time slots run every half hour (as indicated in hours of operation below):
Monday - Friday: 2PM - 10PM
Saturday & Sunday: 12PM -10PM
WHAT IF I NEED TO CANCEL MY RESERVATION?
Should your plans change and you need to cancel, please let us know 24 hours in advance of your scheduled time. For any cancelations within 24 hours, please email us directly at [email protected]
MAY I VISIT THE VALE RINK WITHOUT BOOKING A SESSION?
Yes, you can visit The Vale Rink without booking a session. However, masks are required at all times. Those 5 years of age and older must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
WHAT TYPES OF PAYMENT DO YOU ACCEPT AT THE VALE RINK?
The Vale Rink only accepts credit/debit card payments (Visa, Mastercard and Amex). We do not accept cash, checks, apple pay or google pay.
DO YOU HAVE SKATES AND LOCKERS AVAILABLE FOR RENT?
Yes. In fact, skates and locker rentals are included in the price of admission.
DO YOU HAVE FIGURE SKATES OR HOCKEY SKATES?
Neither! We offer Glice skates that are compatible with Glice’s surface.
CAN I BRING MY OWN SKATES?
Yes. However, skates must be sharp and in excellent skating condition to be used on our glice surface. Final discretion will be made by The Vale Rink team.
DO YOU OFFER SKATE SHARPENING?
Unfortunately, no. If you want to use your own skates, you need to ensure that they are sharpened prior to your arrival at The Vale Rink.
IS THERE AN AGE LIMIT TO SKATING AT THE RINK?
Children between the ages 4 and 17 must be supervised by an adult. Glice skating is not suitable for children ages 3 or younger.
DO YOU HAVE SKATES FOR SMALL KIDS? WHAT’S THE LARGEST SIZE?
Yes, our smallest size US 1 and our largest size is US 13.
DO YOU DO GROUP ADMISSION RATES OR PRIVATE PARTIES?
For Glice skating reservations greater than 10 people, please email us at: [email protected]
MAY I BRING MY OWN FOOD AND BEVERAGE TO THE VALE RINK?
Unfortunately, no.
WHAT IF IT RAINS/SNOWS?
Rink closures or delays in admission due to inclement weather are subject to the discretion of the management team.
Safety Commitments
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WE PROMISE TO:
- Wear a mask or face covering to protect our guests and those around us.
- Wash our hands frequently.
- Clean + sanitize high contact surfaces throughout the day, as well as rental equipment between uses.
- Perform staff wellness checks and require any sick employees to stay home.
- Make hand sanitizer stations available wherever possible.
- Require online booking and contactless pre-payment to limit touchpoints between our team and guests.
OUR GUESTS PROMISE TO:
- Wear face coverings over their noses and mouths for the duration of their visit to The Vale Rink
- Wash or sanitize their hands before entering The Vale Rink.
- Stay home if they are not feeling well. We will be happy to reschedule for a future date!
- Maintain a distance of at least 6 feet between yourself and those who are not part of your household.
- Make a reservation online and pre-pay through our online system. Reservations are required for both skaters and non-skating guests.
- Follow all guidelines and protocols released by the NYS DOH and CDC regarding COVID-19, as well as direction from the team at The Vale Rink.
