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This summer is all about you! Jump-start your epic summer with an action-packed opening day weekend at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest.
All ages are welcome. The site is free and open to the public, but skating, amusements, food, and drinks are available on a pay-as-you-go basis. Skate admission is $5, and skate rental is $12. Reserve now at RiverRink.com.
Schedule
Friday, May 23
7 pm – 10 pm: Live DJ
Saturday, May 24
2 pm – 4 pm: Flower making with Amy Kelly (free and open to the public. Available while supplies last)
7 pm – 10 pm: DJ curated Shekhinah B. of The Women’s Coalition for Empowerment, Inc.
Sunday, May 25
1 pm – 5 pm: Face painting and glitter tattoos
2 pm – 4 pm: Skate with Characters
Monday, May 26
1 pm – 3 pm: Balloon twisting
3 pm – 5 pm: Craft with Walls for Justice (free and open to the public. Available while supplies last)
Find more info about Summerfest at Riverrink!