The Roller Rink at Canalside is Back for the 2023 Season

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Written by Step Out Staff

Published on August 9, 2023
Photo courtesy of Buffalo Waterfront

If there is one thing we love about Canalside, its the ability to enjoy downtown Buffalo year-round. From the ice rink in the winter months to pedal boating in the summer, Canalside is the epicenter for entertainment in Buffalo. With fall approaching, Buffalo Waterfront Management Group has announced the return of the outdoor roller rink at Canalside!

The opening night at the Roller Rink on August 11, 2023 from 6 pm – 10 pm and will feature a DJ spinning tunes, different games to play, and drink specials from Nosh & Nibble.



AmeriCAN Skate Jam and Health & Wellness Expo

Head to the Canalside Roller Rink from August 18th-20th for the AmeriCAN Skate Jam Festival! This event will include worshops featuring PUSH of the Silver Fox Squad, God’s Wife from Flint Michigan, Kwame (Crowd Cutta) from Canada, 716 Rollers, Rollerline dance, Fan Poppin Session with Poppin Auntee-Marilyn Skatergirl.

There will also be vendors and food trucks plus special guest appearances from SKATELYFETV, Featuring DJ Arson from NYC and DJ Ham from ATL, 716 Dj ReadyRobb, DJ EZ ED & DJ Stoney from Buffalo.

Photo courtesy of Buffalo Waterfront

Returning this Year:

  • Theme Skate Nights every Friday night including Pride Skate, 70’s Groove Night, Salsa Night, Halloween Night and more!
  • Silent Disco skates
  • Skating lessons provided by the 716 Rollers every Saturday from 12 pm to 2 pm
  • Group skate and party packages



Photo courtesy of Buffalo Waterfront

Admission:

  • $6 for adults
  • $2 for children 13 and under
  • You can bring your own roller skates or rentals are available for $4
  • Inline skates are not permitted at the Roller Rink

Hours of Operation:

August 11, 2023 – September 4, 2023:

  • Monday: 1PM – 7PM
  • Tuesday: CLOSED, available for school groups and leagues
  • Wednesday: 1PM – 7PM
  • Thursdays: 1PM – 7PM
  • Fridays: 1PM – 10PM
  • Saturdays: 12PM – 10PM
  • Sundays: 12PM – 7PM

September 7, 2023 – October 29, 2023:

  • Monday: Closed, available for school groups and leagues
  • Tuesday: Closed, available for school groups and leagues
  • Wednesday: Closed, available for school groups and leagues
  • Thursdays: 3PM – 7PM
  • Fridays: 3PM – 10PM
  • Saturdays: 12PM – 10PM
  • Sundays: 12PM – 7PM

Special Hours:

  • Monday, October 9, 2023: 12PM – 8PM

For the most up to date information on the Roller Rink at Canalside, visit buffalowaterfront.com.

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