WinterFest has landed at Hay St Market at Paddy's!

And it's exactly the kind of low effort, high fun outing your family deserves this winter.

From 1 July to 2 August, we're turning Hay St Market at Paddy's into a month-long winter wonderland, at Haymarket off the lightrail or a short walk from Central station.

Make a day of it. Start with a wander through Paddy's Markets Haymarket for your weekly shop, fresh finds and bargains, and photobooth fun - then head straight over to Hay St Market at Paddy's to keep the fun going.

What the kids (and you) will love:

⛸️ A real ice rink, minus the frostbite. Our synthetic ice rink is safe and easy for all ages and skill levels, so even first time skaters can join in. Sessions run for 30 minutes, daily from 10am to 7:30pm.

❄️ Snowfall, on the hour, every hour. Indoor snow drifting down every hour is genuinely one of the best photo opportunities you'll find this winter, perfect for capturing the kids' faces (and yours) mid giggle. Have your camera ready.

🍜 A winter menu worth the trip. Warm up afterwards with cosy dishes and drinks from our traders, and every skate ticket comes with a 25% off voucher to use on the day.

The details:

$15 per person, includes 30-minute session and skate hire

Find us in the Main Quarter, right in front of Pasta e Basta
Spaces are limited, so booking ahead is recommended
Kids under 18 need a parent or guardian present to sign the waiver
It's the easiest yes for a school holiday outing, a weekend treat, or just an excuse to get everyone off their screens for an hour.

☃️ Book Your Family's Skate Session 

See you on the ice!