5th Annual Coastal Christmas 2023
Coastal Christmas returns for its 5th annual event. Monday, December 18 – Saturday, December 23! Bring the whole family and celebrate the season at the best winter wonderland in South Texas! Kids of all ages will enjoy indoor ice skating, family photo ops, holiday characters, holiday refreshments and more!
Interested in hosting your holiday party at Coastal Christmas?! We have party packages just for you!
Event Hours | Skate Sessions
Doors open 30 minutes prior to skate session times.
Monday 18
Skate Times 12pm – 9pm
Event Hours 11:30am-10pm
Tuesday 19
Skate Times 12pm-9pm
Event Hours 11:30am-10pm
Wednesday 20
Skate Times 12pm-9pm
Event Hours 11:30am-10pm
Thursday 21
Skate Times 10am-9pm
Late Night Skate 8pm & 9pm
Event Hours 9:30am-10pm
Friday 22
Sensory Friendly Skating 10am-11am
Skate Times 10pm – 9pm
Late Night Skate 8pm & 9pm
Event Hours 9:30am-10pm
Saturday 23
Skate Times 10am-9pm
Late Night Skate 8pm & 9pm
Event Hours 9:30am-10pm
Attraction Prices
- $12 (Includes One Skate Admission + Skates)
- $8 (With Your Own Skates)*
- $8 ADA (Wheelchair Access on Ice) Must be accompanied by adult.
- Free Entry Into Event
- Free Event Parking
* Ice Skate Blades must be covered when entering American Bank Center
Sensory Friendly Ice Skate Session - Friday, Dec. 22 at 10am
This year we are introducing our sensory-friendly ice skating session on Friday, Dec 22 before public doors.
This session will feature no lights, no sounds and no crowds for sensory-sensitive kids. $6 Sensory Friendly Skating Session includes One Skating Admission + One Pair of Skates. $3 Sensory Friendly Skating Session if you bring your own skates.
To purchase Sensory Friendly Ice Skating use Access Key: SENSORYSKATE to unlock hidden time slots before selecting your tickets.
Corporate Holiday Parties
Interested in American Bank Center hosting your holiday party? $75 per person
- 25-45 Guests, 25 Guest Minimum
- Premium Catered Meal/Menu
- (2) Drink Tickets per Guest, Cashless Bar Included
- Event Space Overlooking the Bay
- 3 Hour Event Space Rental
- 45 Minutes of Ice-Skating Including Skate Rental
- Company Name on Centerhung Main Board
- 3 Hour Party Host
Ask about additional add ons.
Please contact Event Manager, Jesus Del Alto for availability.
Jesus.DelAlto@oakviewgroup.com | 361-826-4759
Birthday Parties
Interested in American Bank Center hosting your birthday party? $50 per person
- 20-35 Guests (20 guest minimum)
- Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza, Lemonade or Water
- Private Party Space with Tables and Chairs
- 3 Hour Event Space Rental
- 45 Minutes of Ice-Skating Including Skate Rental
- Birthday Name on Centerhung Main Board
- 3 Hour Birthday Party Attendant
- Bring Your Own Birthday Cake (Plates & Plasticware additional fees)
Ask about additional add ons.
Please contact Event Manager, Jesus Del Alto for availability.
Jesus.DelAlto@oakviewgroup.com | 361-826-4759
10+ Group Sales
Parties of 10+ Group Sales Prices are not available online. Please email tixinfo.americanbankcenter@cctexas.com
- $10 (Includes One Skate Admission + Skates)
- $6 (With Your Own Skates)
Benefiting Bikes For Kids Saturday, December 23rd
- A portion of the proceeds will go to benefiting Bikes for Kids
- Enjoy DJ Late Night Skate with DJ Chris Fonseca!
- Free Entry Into Event
- Free Event Parking
Late Night Skate
Our popular DJ late-night skate will be held between Thursday, Dec 21 – Saturday, Dec 23 from 8pm–10pm. Each DJ late-night skate will feature neon lights and a new DJ for your musical enjoyment.
DJ Manuel Solano Thursday 12/21 from 8-10pm
DJ Jello Shot Friday 12/22 from 8-10pm
DJ Chris Fonseca Saturday 12/23 from 8-10pm
Meet with Santa
Come meet with Santa. Take complimentary family pictures with Santa in his light-up Christmas chair!
- Tue, Dec 19 | 4pm-9pm
- Wed, Dec 20 | 4pm-9pm
- Thu, Dec 21 | 4pm-9pm
- Fri, Dec 22 | 4pm-9pm
- Sat, Dec 23 | 12pm-9pm
Holiday Market
Come shop our holiday market featuring local businesses!
- Friday, December 22, 2023
4PM-9PM - Saturday, December 23, 2023
12PM-9PM
Lemonade Stand Cosmetics
Hinz Home Company
Tassel Me Pink
Visit Corpus Christi – The Gulf Coast Capital Store
Bec’s Creations
Wild P’s Southern Boutique
Lavishly Lauren Designs
Chito’s & Lili’s
Silver Edge Lining
Local Face Painter
Skate Helpers
Skate helpers are a new addition to the event! They will be available day of on a first come first serve basis. More info TBD.
Face Painting
Come grab face painting!
Tuesday-Thursday
4PM-9PM
GET TICKETS NOW!
Coastal Christmas event tickets are available now! Use the calendar to select your date and timeslot.
Coastal Christmas Photo Gallery
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to pay to enter Coastal Christmas if I'm not planning on skating?
How long are each skate session?
Monday 12pm-9pm
- 10:00-10:45am (Sensory Friendly Ice Skating)
- 12:00pm-12:45pm
- 1:00pm-1:45pm
- 2:00pm-2:45pm
- 3:00pm-3:45pm
- 4:00pm-4:45pm
- 5:00pm-5:45pm
- 6:00pm-6:45pm
- 7:00pm-7:45pm
- 8:00pm-8:45pm
- 9:00pm-9:45pm
Tuesday-Thursday 12pm-9pm
- 12:00pm-12:45pm
- 1:00pm-1:45pm
- 2:00pm-2:45pm
- 3:00pm-3:45pm
- 4:00pm-4:45pm
- 5:00pm-5:45pm
- 6:00pm-6:45pm
- 7:00pm-7:45pm
- 8:00pm-8:45pm (Late Night Skate)
- 9:00pm-9:45pm (Late Night Skate)
Friday 10pm-4pm
- 10:00am-10:45am
- 11:00am-11:45am
- 12:00pm-12:45pm
- 1:00pm-1:45pm
- 2:00pm-2:45pm
- 3:00pm-3:45pm
- 4:00pm-4:45pm
How do I purchase the Sensory Friendly Skaing Session?
- Click the “Get Tickets” link
- Choose Friday, December 22, and select the time of 10:00-10:45AM
- Under Ticket Types click “Have an access key?”
- Enter SENSORYSKATE and click UNLOCK to reveal ticket types
- You can now continue with securing your skate session
Please note this is before public doors.
Sensory-friendly ice skating will feature no lights, no sounds, and no crowds.
What skate sizes are available?
Subject to availability.
Can I purchase skating tickets on-site?
We do suggest purchasing online in advance as skating sessions are predicted to sell out.
Can i change my ice skating date and time?
You may change your ice skating date and time up to 72hrs before your original ticketed timeframe. Please contact Clarissa Casanova at tixinfo.americanbankcenter@cctexas.com
I purchased the $8 ticket by accident and I need skate rentals. How do I get skates?
What is your refund policy?
Please arrive on time for your skating reservation and make sure to follow all safety protocols. If your skates are uncomfortable, please visit the skate shack and they can offer sizing/fit solutions.
Where can I park?
Parking is FREE in lots 3 & 5.
More parking information is here.
Will you have holiday themed snacks available?
Themed snacks TBD.
Do you have skate helpers available?
This is the first year we are offering skate helpers. These will be available for guests who are needing additional stability on the ice. They are 29 inches high and are ideally suited for children ages 3 to 9 years of age. More info to rent a skate helper will be provided day of.
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