Fans of the festive season in Leeds can look forward to an incredible Winter Wonderland where you can enjoy a drink and cocktail - inside an inflatable igloo bar.
Millennium Square in Leeds City Centre is set to be transformed into the coolest Christmas celebration with a 4,300 square foot outdoor ice rink for all skaters to enjoy.
While fans of the German markets will be gutted that they will not be making their way to the city this year, they can look forward to drinks inside the Igbloo Bar.
To read more about Christmas events happening this year across Yorkshire, visit our dedicated Christmas page here.
The spectacular inflatable structure has a winter garden-themed interior decor and staff in ice-themed costumes who will greet you.
Live music, entertainment and a large festive drinks menu will all be available for the Yuletide celebrations.
James Mallinder, artist, founder and managing director of Igloo Disco said: “After working with many blue-chip companies and providing inflatable structures all over the UK, I am so excited to be able to create something beautiful for my much-loved home city of Leeds.
“Our new bar installation is fully immersive, totally bespoke and I hope it gives everyone who visits a whole load of festive Joy, especially after last year’s lockdown Christmas.”
A selection of street foods and drinks will also be available in chalet style huts which will serve up bratwurst, glühwein, Yorkshire pudding raps, poutine, pizza and more.
Millennium Square will also see outdoor covered seating and tables for people who want to take a break from shopping or to have a sit-down and a bite to eat.
Thrill-seekers will also be able to climb aboard the 100 foot high Star Flyer, as well as family-friendly fun on the giant festive helter-skelter, North Pole Funhouse among other enjoyable activities.
As part of the wider city offer, the 110ft Leeds Wheel of Light and Golden Gallopers traditional carousel ride will also be located just a short walk away from Millennium Square.
Roger Tuby of International Funfairs said: “After working in partnership with Leeds City Council for many years, we are really excited to be able to help bring back a bit of the traditional Christmas look and feel to Leeds.
“With a variety of alpine style cabins serving tasty hot food and drink, a brand-new stall from Germany featuring a 35ft high Christmas tree on the roof, and a selection of themed attractions, rides and games, there really is something for all the family to enjoy this Christmas in Leeds.”
Councillor Jonathan Pryor, deputy leader of Leeds City Council and executive member economy, culture and education, said: “The Ice Cube is always one of the highlights of our events calendar, so to see the ice rink on Millennium Square over Christmas for the first time ever will mean 2021 will be the extra special festive season the city deserves after such an extraordinarily hard year.
“Christmas was so difficult for many of us last year, so our events team and our partners have really pulled out all the stops to make this year one to remember.
“I look forward to seeing everyone out there enjoying a wonderful Christmas and celebrating all that Leeds has to offer.”
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The Ice Rink is launching on November 26, and will be open for public skating every day from 12pm until 9pm, Monday to Friday, 11am until 9pm on Saturday and school holidays and 11am until 7pm on Sundays.
Ice Rink admission tickets for all public ice-skating sessions go on sale from Friday, November 12.
They are priced at £11 adults, £9.50 for Students and LEEDSCard holders and £8.50 for children under 13.
Breeze Pass holders will also benefit from an exclusive 10 per cent discount off all admission prices.
Tickets are available to purchase in advance either online at www.millsqleeds.com/christmas or by telephone on 0113 376 0318.
For further event details and ice rink booking information including skating session times please visit this website.
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