Cupid's Skate Party 2026

Posted in 2026 in Promotions & Events

Gallagher Square transforms into an outdoor roller skating rink for a four-day Valentine’s celebration at Petco Park. This limited-run event combines skating with live music, shopping, and festive photo opportunities.

The rink operates Thursday through Sunday, with special themed nights for Galentine’s celebrations and family skating.

Event Dates & Hours

Thursday, February 12 – 2:00-10:00 PM
Friday, February 13 – 2:00-10:00 PM
Saturday, February 14 – 2:00-10:00 PM
Sunday, February 15 – 2:00-10:00 PM

Pricing

General Entry: $12

Access to Gallagher Square, shopping, photo ops, and live DJ from 2-10 PM

Skating Session: $27 total

Includes general entry + 2-hour skating session with skate rentals

What’s Included

Outdoor roller skating rink
Live DJ and music
Valentine’s-themed décor
Photo opportunities
Shopping vendors
Food & drinks (available for purchase)

Shopping & Vendors

Chocolates
Candles
Floral bouquet stations
Local artists
Permanent jewelry

Special Event Nights

Galentine’s Night – Friday, February 13

Time: 8:00-10:00 PM

After-dark themed skating session designed for groups of friends. The rink takes on a different atmosphere for this Friday night celebration.

Family Day – Sunday, February 15

Special moments throughout the day highlighting parent-child skating, including dedicated times for mother-son and father-daughter skating pairs.

Know Before You Go

Location

The skating rink is set up in Gallagher Square, the open plaza area on the south side of Petco Park. This is the same location that hosted Holiday Wonderland.

Skating Sessions

If you purchase the $27 skating package, you get a two-hour session. Skate rentals are included in this price. General entry tickets ($12) allow you to enjoy the atmosphere, shopping, and entertainment without skating.

Getting There

Gallagher Square is accessible from Park Boulevard and from inside the ballpark during games. For this standalone event, use the Park Boulevard entrance. Public parking is available in surrounding lots, or book ahead with SpotHero for guaranteed spots near the stadium.

Diamond Room

The new Diamond Room cocktail lounge sits at the edge of Gallagher Square and will feature a Valentine’s-themed cocktail menu during the event. It operates as a separate venue with its own entry.

Event Tickets

Tickets are available through MLB.com for all four event days. Purchase options include general entry or the full skating package.

View Official Event Page

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