Learn to Drive the Ice Resurfacer!

2025-26 ICE SEASON IS OVER
2026-27 DATES WILL BE RELEASED IN JUNE VIA THE LINK BELOW

The Hopkins Pavilion offers two bucket list opportunities to learn about and operate the ice resurfacer. Details on both options are listed below.  Participants must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license. Friends and guests are welcome to watch from our heated bleachers and take photos/videos. 

JOYRIDE - $50 (plus tax)

  • Typically, Thursday AM
  • Can be done solo or in a small group (5 max)
  • Approximately 20 minutes
  • Drive the ice resurfacer (w/o blade/water)
  • Receive printed/digital photo on the ice resurfacer

FULL TRAINING - $200 (plus tax)

  • Typically, Tuesday/Wednesday AM
  • One-on-one training
  • Approximately 1.5-2 hours
  • Detailed education on the ice resurfacer
  • Make a full sheet of ice
  • Receive printed/digital photo on the ice resurfacer
  • Receive Zamboni trademarked novelty

Learn to Drive schedule is subject to change.
Hopkins Pavilion ice season runs September to February

View available openings 

Looking for more information? Contact the Hopkins Pavilion at 952-548-6390.