6th Annual Coastal Christmas 2024
Coastal Christmas returns for its 6th annual event. Wednesday, December 18 – Monday, 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!
Please view our venue clear bag policy HERE
Event Hours | Skate Sessions
Doors open 30 minutes prior to skate session times.
Wednesday 18
Sensory Friendly Skating 3pm
Skate Times 4pm – 9pm
Event Hours 3:30pm-10pm
Thursday 19
Sensory Friendly Skating 3pm
Skate Times 4pm-9pm
DJ Late Night Skate 8pm & 9pm
Event Hours 3:30pm-10pm
Friday 20
Skate Times 10am-9pm
DJ Late Night Skate 8pm & 9pm
Meet with Santa 11am-9pm
Event Hours 9:30am-10pm
Saturday 21
Skate Times 10am-9pm
DJ Late Night Skate 8pm & 9pm
Vendor Market 10am-10pm
Meet with Santa 11am-9pm
Event Hours 9:30am-10pm
Sunday 22
Skate Times 10am – 9pm
Vendor Market 10am-10pm
Meet with Santa 11am-9pm
Event Hours 9:30am-10pm
Monday 23
Skate Times 10am-9pm
Meet with Santa 11am-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 - Wednesday, Dec. 18th at 3pm and Thursday, Dec. 19 at 3pm
This year we are bringing back our sensory-friendly ice skating session for two days! It will be on Wednesday, Dec 18 and Thursday, Dec 19 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.
10+ Group Sales
Parties of 10+ Group Sales Prices are not available online. Please email tixinfo.americanbankcenter@cctexas.com
- $8 (Includes One Skate Admission + Skates)
- $6 (With Your Own Skates)
Benefiting Bikes For Kids Thursday, December 19th
- 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 19 – Saturday, Dec 21 from 8pm–10pm. Each DJ late-night skate will feature neon lights and a new DJ for your musical enjoyment.
DJ Schedule:
Thursday – DJ Chris Fonseca
Friday – DJ Jay Ree
Saturday – DJ Manuel Solano
Meet with Santa
Come meet with Santa. Take complimentary family pictures with Santa in his light-up Christmas chair!
- Fri, Dec 20 | 11am-9pm
- Sat, Dec 21 | 11am-9pm
- Sun, Dec 22 | 11am-9pm
- Mon, Dec 23 | 11am-9pm
Holiday Market
Come shop our holiday market featuring local businesses!
- Saturday, December 21, 2024
10AM-10PM - Sunday, December 22, 2023
10AM-10PM
Come and check out these vendors!
- Lemon Box Beauty
- 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
- Sacred Flame
- Hair Tinsel and Glitter
- Face Painting by Raquel
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 get your face painted!*
Tuesday-Thursday
4PM-9PM
Please note: Face painting services are available for an additional charge
Group Sale Tickets Available Now!
Public On Sale Monday, December 2nd.
For Group Sale Inquiries Please Email tixinfo.americanbankcenter@cctexas.com
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?
Each skate sessions are 45 min with 15 min breaks.
Wednesday 4pm-10pm
- 3:00pm-3:45pm (Sensory Friendly Ice Skating)
- 4:00pm-4:45pm
- 5:00pm-5:45pm
- 6:00pm-6:45pm
- 7:00pm-7:45pm
- 8:00pm-8:45pm
- 9:00pm-9:45pm
Thursday 4pm-10pm
- 3:00pm-3:45pm (Sensory Friendly Ice Skating)
- 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-Saturday 10am-10pm
- 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
- 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)
Sunday-Monday 10am-10pm
- 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
- 5:00pm-5:45pm
- 6:00pm-6:45pm
- 7:00pm-7:45pm
- 8:00pm-8:45pm
- 9:00pm-9:45pm
How do I purchase the Sensory Friendly Skating Session?
- Click the “Get Tickets” link
- Choose either Wednesday, December 18 or Thursday, December 19, and select the time of 3:00-3:45PM
- 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?
Toddler size 8 up through adult size 15.
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 48hrs before your original ticketed timeframe.
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 beverages available?
Yes! We will have complimentary hot chocolate and coffee.
Do you have skate helpers available?
Yes, we have skate helpers available. 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. They are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. More info to rent a skate helper will be provided day of.
What's your clear bag policy?
- Clear Bags no larger than 12″W x 12″H x 6″D will be permitted inside American Bank Center. Bag must not have obstructive patterns.
- Guests with bags larger than this size will be asked to return them to their vehicles.
- Small clutch bags or purses do not have to be clear but cannot exceed 4.5″ x 6.5″
- We allow each party member to bring in a large (up to 1 gallon) clear plastic storage or Ziploc bag, including children, of their belongings.
All bags will be searched for prohibited items at entry before walking through the metal detectors.
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