Skates on in Downtown Tifton — pop-up ice rink provides free household enjoyable

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TIFTON, Ga. (WALB) – Downtown Tifton is popping right into a winter wonderland this weekend because the City of Tifton hosts free ice skating for households, simply in time for Good News Friday and the town’s month-to-month Second Saturday celebration.

The non permanent ice rink is ready up within the Commerce Way Public Parking Lot, between First Street and Third Street, giving residents an opportunity to get pleasure from a winter custom with out the fee.

Skating is free and open to the general public:

• Friday (Good News Friday): 4 p.m. to eight p.m.

• Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

City leaders say the occasion is a component of a bigger effort to carry individuals downtown whereas supporting native retailers and eating places.

Abbey McLaren, Director of Main Street, says

” This is a fun way for downtown to strengthen our local community. It strengthens connections, meets in the heart of downtown. We’re excited about bringing some foot traffic in through our exciting event.”

Second Saturday is designed to encourage households to discover Downtown Tifton, store native, and spend time collectively in a enjoyable, welcoming surroundings. Organizers say the ice rink provides an interactive expertise that makes downtown really feel extra full of life and festive.

Families who stopped by Friday night say the rink provides children an opportunity to strive one thing new and create recollections near house — with out having to journey or spend more money.

City officers additionally say occasions like this assist increase foot site visitors for close by companies whereas offering residents with one thing optimistic to get pleasure from.

The ice rink will stay open via Saturday afternoon, welcoming skaters of all ages.

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