Ice at Canalside Celebrates Black History Month
To recognize and celebrate Black History Month, Rich Entertainment Group will host pop-up shops for Black-owned businesses at the Ice at Canalside and run a clothing drive and promotions to benefit community organizations in East Buffalo.
Each weekend, a black-owned business will set up shop in an igloo beside the ice rink
On Sundays in February, $1 from each admission will be donated to the following local organizations dedicated to the advancement of Buffalo’s Black community:
Feb. 4: Colored Musicians Club
Feb. 11: Colored Girls Bike Club
Feb. 18: Black Boys Read Too
Feb. 25: African American Cultural Center
On Sundays in February, any patron who donates a piece of winter clothing will receive a free skate rental. Clothing donations will benefit Ladies Let’s Be Real, a women’s ministry developed to help and strengthen women of all ages to increase their self esteem
Music at the ice throughout the month will feature a playlist exclusively dedicated to Black artists
“At the Ice at Canalside, we like to take this time each year to celebrate the contributions of our city’s Black-owned businesses and dedicated community organizations,” said Lauren Ford, general manager, Buffalo Waterfront. “We’re looking forward to a great final month at the ice to cap off the 2023-2024 season.”
The Ice at Canalside remains open through Feb. 25. During the final month, Buffalo Waterfront offers discounted curling reservations and igloo rentals. Learn more at:
Hours of Operation
Monday: CLOSED, leagues and private parties welcome
Tuesday: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; leagues and private parties welcome during off hour
Wednesday: 3 to 7 p.m.
Thursdays: 3 to 7 p.m.
Fridays: 1 to 10 p.m.
Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sundays: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Special Winter Break Hours
February 19 – 22: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
February 23: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.