Ice Rinks
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Ice Rinks: Ticketing, Registration, and Event Management
If you need ice rink ticketing software, you probably need more than a checkout page. You need a simple way to sell public skate sessions, manage timed entry, handle memberships or season passes, and keep lines moving at the door. SimpleTix gives ice rinks a faster, lower-cost way to manage ticketing, registration, and on-site sales without contracts or bloated setup.
Get started — $0.79 + 2% per ticket. No contracts. No subscriptions. No fees on free events.
Ice rinks run on tight schedules, so your software has to keep up. Public skate, hockey clinics, figure skating events, birthday parties, and seasonal promotions all create different workflows. SimpleTix helps you manage them in one place while keeping pricing simple and support responsive.
Why ice rink ticketing software matters for rink operations
An ice rink has more moving parts than a basic event venue. You may need timed entry for public sessions, online registration for lessons, in-person sales at the front desk, and flexible passes for repeat guests. If those systems live in different tools, staff waste time and guests feel the friction.
That’s where ice rink ticketing software makes a real difference. With SimpleTix, you can:
- Sell timed-entry tickets for public skate sessions
- Control capacity by session
- Offer memberships and season passes
- Run box office sales on-site
- Scan tickets from mobile devices
- Accept payments through Stripe, Square, PayPal, and Venmo
- Get same-day payouts
In other words, you get one system that fits how rinks actually operate.
Built for public skate sessions, lessons, and special events
Most rinks don’t just sell one kind of ticket. They juggle several event types at once. SimpleTix supports that mix without making setup complicated.
Timed entry for public skate
Public skate often needs session-based capacity control. SimpleTix supports general admission with timed entry, so you can sell by session and avoid overcrowding. As a result, staff can manage flow more easily and guests know exactly when to arrive.
Registration for classes and clinics
Learn-to-skate programs, hockey clinics, and seasonal camps need more than a basic ticket. You may need custom attendee questions at checkout, reminders before the event, and easy check-in on arrival. SimpleTix handles that in one place.
Birthday parties and group bookings
Group events create extra front-desk work. SimpleTix helps by collecting attendee details during checkout and supporting group admit for faster entry. That means less time managing paperwork and more time serving guests.
Special events and reserved seating
If your rink hosts exhibitions or performances, SimpleTix also supports reserved seating with interactive seat maps. So you can use the same platform for everyday sessions and one-off ticketed events.
Ice rink ticketing software that keeps the front desk moving
The front desk gets busy fast. Walk-ups arrive at the same time as online buyers. Staff still need to answer questions, check in guests, and sell add-ons. Good ice rink ticketing software should reduce that pressure, not add to it.
SimpleTix includes box office tools for in-person sales and works with Square hardware. You can use point-of-sale mode, manage staff settings, and keep permissions under control. In addition, the Organizer mobile app supports scanning on iOS and Android.
That matters when lines build up.
SimpleTix also offers:
- Offline scanning mode
- Scan-only mode for staff
- Mobile and PDF tickets
- Apple Wallet and Google Wallet passes
- Ticket printing from the mobile app
So whether guests buy online before arrival or at the counter, your team can move them through quickly.
Flexible passes, memberships, and repeat visits
Ice rinks depend on repeat business, so your software should help you bring people back, not just process one-time purchases.
SimpleTix supports Flex Passes, which are multi-use or re-entry passes with attendee photo verification. That can be useful for frequent skaters or multi-visit promotions. In addition, you can offer one-time or recurring memberships, create tiered levels, and set member-only pricing or complimentary tickets.
For rinks, that opens up practical options like:
- Seasonal skating passes
- Member pricing for public sessions
- VIP or family membership tiers
- Repeat-visit packages
- Special access for loyal customers
Because memberships can be sold online and at the box office, staff don’t need a separate system to manage them.
Sell online, on your website, and at the rink
Your guests expect an easy checkout experience. If the buying process feels clunky, many will drop off before they finish. That’s why ice rink ticketing software should fit into your current website and payment setup.
SimpleTix offers embeddable widgets for external websites, custom registration pages, and custom CSS for checkout and event pages. So you can keep your brand consistent while making it easy to buy.
On the payment side, SimpleTix supports:
- Stripe for online and in-person payments
- Square integration for POS, gift cards, and catalog upsells
- PayPal and Venmo checkout
- Same-day payouts
If Square matters to your operation, see our Square ticketing software page. You can also review all ticketing features or compare costs on our pricing page.
Ice rink ticketing software with lower fees and fewer headaches
Many platforms get expensive fast. Extra fees, subscriptions, and contract terms add up. SimpleTix keeps it straightforward.
You pay $0.79 + 2% per ticket. There are no contracts, no subscriptions, and no fees on free events. In addition, you can pass fees to attendees or absorb them yourself.
That pricing works well for seasonal businesses and variable schedules. If your volume changes throughout the year, you’re not stuck paying for a plan you don’t need.
Just as important, SimpleTix is easy to use. You don’t need an enterprise rollout to launch public skate sessions or a weekend event. You can set up events, manage sales, and start scanning without a long learning curve.
If you’re comparing options, our Eventbrite alternatives guide and SimpleTix vs Eventbrite comparison can help.
Marketing tools that help fill more sessions
Selling the ticket is only part of the job. You also need to fill slower sessions, promote special events, and bring back past guests. SimpleTix includes practical marketing tools for that work.
For example, you can use:
- Promo codes and special offers
- BOGO and quantity discounts
- Waitlists for sold-out sessions
- Abandoned cart recovery emails
- Automated reminder emails
- Email blasts to attendees
- Conversion tracking with Google and Facebook pixels
As a result, you can promote weekday public skate, boost attendance for themed nights, or re-engage past buyers before school breaks and holidays.
If you use outside tools, SimpleTix also integrates with Mailchimp, Constant Contact, HubSpot, Zapier, Make, and SmartWaiver. For broader event industry context, the International Association of Venue Managers offers resources on venue operations and guest experience.
Support that helps when your schedule is packed
When your rink is busy, you don’t want to wait around for help. You need answers fast. SimpleTix is known for responsive support, and that matters when you’re setting up a new season, training staff, or troubleshooting before a crowded session.
We also serve a wide range of venues and attractions, including ice rinks, farms, festivals, and more. You can see more on our who we serve page.
A simpler choice for ice rinks
The best ice rink ticketing software should make life easier for your staff and guests. It should handle timed entry, front-desk sales, memberships, and repeat visits without high fees or unnecessary complexity.
SimpleTix does exactly that.
You get simple pricing, same-day payouts, strong payment options, mobile scanning, and the flexibility to run public skate sessions, classes, passes, and special events in one platform.
Try SimpleTix free and see how simple rink ticketing can be.
Get started — $0.79 + 2% per ticket
FAQ
What makes SimpleTix a good fit for ice rinks?
SimpleTix works well for ice rinks because it supports timed entry, box office sales, mobile scanning, memberships, Flex Passes, and same-day payouts. In addition, it keeps pricing simple with no contracts or subscriptions.
Can SimpleTix handle public skate sessions and classes?
Yes. You can create timed-entry public skate sessions and also manage registration for lessons, clinics, and camps. Custom attendee questions and reminder emails help streamline operations.
Does SimpleTix support in-person sales at the rink?
Yes. SimpleTix includes box office and point-of-sale tools for in-person ticket sales. It also integrates with Square and supports mobile scanning through the Organizer app.
Can we offer memberships or season passes?
Yes. SimpleTix supports one-time and recurring memberships, tiered membership levels, member-only pricing, and complimentary tickets. It also supports season tickets and Flex Passes.
How much does SimpleTix cost for ice rinks?
SimpleTix costs $0.79 + 2% per ticket. There are no contracts, no subscriptions, and no fees on free events.
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