Christmas Fairs to open as Glasgow ice rink makes welcome return

Glasgow city centre will be home to an ice rink, observation wheel, ice climbing wall and more this festive season when two Christmas Fairs open to the public.

Glasgow Loves Christmas has confirmed St Enoch Square and George Square will soon be transformed into winter wonderlands, featuring everything from carousels and street food hubs to a Bavarian moose bar and bungee trampolines.

The Ice Rink is back!

The welcome additions of 'Christmas Fair @ St Enoch Square' and 'Christmas Fair @ George Square' to Glasgow’s winter offering follow confirmation from Glasgow Loves Christmas that the city’s Christmas lights switch-on will make a highly anticipated return to George Square on Sunday 20 November.

The opening of the Christmas Fair @ George Square, at midday on Thursday 1 December, will present the people of Glasgow and its visitors with a chance to glide across an ice rink in the heart of the city. Held every hour, the 45-minute sessions allow up to 150 skaters to take to the ice, while family and friends can watch on from the viewing gallery.

In keeping with tradition, a crib and 50ft Christmas tree will also take pride of place in George Square.

"So much festive fun to look forward to!"

Glasgow’s Lord Provost, Jacqueline McLaren, said: “There’s so much festive fun to look forward to in Glasgow this winter, with excitement building ahead of the return of the Christmas lights switch-on and the ever-popular Santa Dash.

"The opening of the new Christmas Fairs in St Enoch Square and George Square promise a fantastic day or night of fun for everyone, as well as the chance to make magical memories with family and friends as we count down to Christmas.”

Marc Taylor, CEO of Scotland’s Theme Park, the company delivering the Christmas Fairs, said: “Glasgow is renowned for its Christmas magic and sparkle, attracting visitors from all over to experience the warmth and festivities the city has to offer.

"We are delighted to be delivering this year’s events at both Christmas Fair @ St Enoch Square and Christmas Fair @ George Square. Creating memorable family-friendly experiences is at the heart of what we do as a business and we are looking forward to a fabulous, inclusive community festival that Glasgow does best.”

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