Valencia, Calif. – The Cube – Ice and Entertainment Center | Powered by FivePoint Valencia is excited to host the 2023 California Amateur Hockey Association (CAHA) state championships this weekend, March 10-12 andthe weekend of March 24-26. Ice athletes from Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles, Santa Clarita and more will compete in their respective divisions to win the coveted State Championships title.
The first competition weekend will feature hockey players at the AA-level, while the second weekend will be A-level athletes. The ages for state championships range from 11-years-old to 18-years-old. Residents and visitors are encouraged to come out to The Cube and cheer on the teams as they skate towards a win.
For attendees who want to snack on ice rink favorites or order delicious plates inspired by Maria’s Deli can head over to the on-site restaurant, The Grille at The Cube. Attendees can also check out the City Store to purchase a wide variety of cozy clothing to keep them warm while watching the games. For more information about the championship or CAHA, please visit TheCubeSantaClarita.com or call (661)257-2823.
VALENCIA, CA – Calling all Los Angeles Kings fans – in coordination with the 2023 We Are All Kings Rink Tour, The Cube – Ice and Entertainment Center | Powered by FivePoint Valencia is excited to host 3-4 current Kings players this Sunday, January 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Local ice athletes who are members of the Special Needs Athletes and Peers (SNAP) Hockey Club will get a unique opportunity to work one-one-one with players from the LA Kings. Residents and visitors are encouraged to come out to The Cube and watch this practice.
Los Angeles Kings to visit the The Cube – Ice and Entertainment Center in coordination with the 2023 ‘We Are All Kings Rink Tour practice on January 15 in Valencia, (Pictured here in a past away game against the New Jersey Devils, photo, LA Kings)
The “2023 We Are All Kings Rink Tour” showcases the wide range of opportunities within the sport of ice hockey in the Los Angeles area, including for disabled, special needs, female, underserved athletes as well as affordable entry hockey. As partners with the LA Kings, the City of Santa Clarita is proud to offer inclusive and dynamic programming for all residents and visitors at The Cube and honored to provide opportunities like this for our ice athletes.
Los Angeles Kings to visit the The Cube – Ice and Entertainment Center in coordination with the 2023 ‘We Are All Kings Rink Tour practice on January 15 in Valencia, Pictured here in a past game against the San Jose Sharks, photo, LA Kings)
As a reminder, this practice is for spectators only, there will not be an opportunity for attendees to interact with the athletes. For more information about the practice, or about the SNAP Hockey Club, please visit TheCubeSantaClarita.com or call (661) 257-2823.
Valencia, Calif. – Join Cindy Lou Who and the Grinch in Whoville as the 2nd annual Holiday Skate Show returns to The Cube – Ice and Entertainment Center | Powered by FivePoint. This year, the show will be an adaptation of the timeless classic, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” on Saturday, December 10, and with two separate times to attend (12:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.).
“How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” adaptation heading to The Cube – Ice and Entertainment Center in Valencia featuring beloved Whoville characters, Saturday, December 10, 2022.
The all-local cast includes more than a dozen featured skaters, a supporting cast of over 60 skaters and a special guest skater who has yet to be announced. The 90-minute performance will take place on the NHL Rink at The Cube. With the temperature kept at 54 degrees, attendees are encouraged to bring jackets, hats, mittens and blankets.
Two seating areas will be available for each show, giving attendees the chance to immerse themselves in the action. Seating in on-ice bleachers is $25 per person and upstairs bleacher seating is $15 per person. The Grille will also be serving fan-favorite meals, in addition to hot chocolate, coffee and churros to keep attendees warm during the show.
Tickets can be purchased online by visiting TheCubeSantaClarita.com/HolidayShow. “The Grinch’s Holiday” show at The Cube is being produced by The Cube’s certified Ice Skating Directors, Kymberly Tompkins and Linda Stroh.
For more information about the event, please visit TheCubeSantaClarita.com or call (661) 257-CUBE.
Valencia, Calif. – Join the City of Santa Clarita and The Cube for the inaugural Community Skate Day! Residents are invited to join us at The Cube – Ice and Entertainment Center, Powered by FivePoint | Valencia (27745 Smyth Drive) on Sunday, September 11, from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. during public skate for a family-friendly event! First responders, veterans and up to four of their family members will have admission and skate fees waived. The public will also be able to skate at a reduced rate of $5, which includes admission and rentals.
Attendees will have the opportunity to join free skate lessons, meet the Los Angeles Kings Crew and Bailey, enter to win a raffle for Kings tickets, take holiday family photos on the Zamboni and so much more! All day long, The Grille at The Cube will be serving up Maria’s Deli fan-favorite meals, while the pro-shop will be offering a variety of deals! Also stop by the City Store for all of your City of Santa Clarita merch like hats, shirts, sweatshirts and more. For every purchase, receive a free skate pass.
For more information about the Community Skate Day, please contact Jessica Terzian at jessica.terzian@thecubesantaclarita.com or call The Cube at (661) 257-2823.
Valencia, Calif. – This weekend, The Cube – Ice and Entertainment Center, Powered by FivePoint | Valencia (The Cube), is excited to host the United States Figure Skating National Qualifying Series (NQS) and the ISI Inaugural Open Competition. Events will begin on Friday, August 19, and last until Sunday, August 21. All of the events will run between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. at The Cube (27745 Smyth Drive).
Residents are encouraged to come beat the heat and support our local skaters and those from across the United States as they compete in singles and pairs events. Athletes competing in the NQS will have the chance to advance to the U.S. Pairs and U.S. Dance Final in November. The ISI Inaugural Open will feature skaters from across the Southern California region who will compete in a broad set of events on Saturday and Sunday.
While you enjoy the competitions, be sure to stop by The Grille to quench your thirst or try a wide variety of menu items, which features favorites from Maria’s Deli. Additionally, competitors and visitors can check out the pro shop for merchandise.
Be sure to follow The Cube on Instagram and Facebook for updates throughout the weekend. For more information about the competitions, please contact Jessica Terzian at jessica.terzian@thecubesantaclarita.com or call The Cube at (661) 257-2823.
The City of Santa Clarita’s Cube Entertainment Center, formerly the site of the Ice Station Valencia, is now open to the public by reservation, offering variety of program.
Valencia, Calif. – The Cube – Ice and Entertainment Center is now open to the public. Residents and visitors alike can now register for programming at The Cube to once again enjoy ice sports in the Santa Clarita Valley. The Grand-opening took place on Tuesday, April 12, 2021, celebrated by the special appearance of LA Kings President Luc Robitaille and community attendees.
The newly renovated site was formerly known as Ice Station Valencia for 20 years under pervious owners and management and was purchased and now owned by the City of Santa Clarita.
To get started, visit The Cube’s website at TheCubeSantaClarita.com and click the button to “Create an Account” for the DASH registration platform. Individuals can create their own accounts or set one up for their entire family.
The Grand-opening of the newly minted Cube took place on Tuesday, April 12, 2020, celebrated by the special appearance of LA Kings President Luc Robitaille and community attendees. The newly renovated site was formerly known as Ice Station Valencia for 20 years under pervious owners and management.)
Once an account has been created, available open sessions and other programming schedules are available to view through the “Registration” menu. Advance registration and payment are required for all available programs at The Cube. Sessions at The Cube are available in four categories:
Family Camps – Camps consist of open ice skating for all ages with a variety of times available during the week.
Freestyle – These sessions are for ice skaters with their coaches who are teaching them how to improve techniques and working on routines for competition.
Pick Up Hockey – Pick Up games are for hockey players 18 years old and older. Each game lasts approximately one hour and fifteen minutes, and games are limited to 22 skaters and three goaltenders.
Stick Time – Open practice sessions for hockey players to improve skills and/or conditioning.
“The City knows that the community is anxious to utilize The Cube for events, both on the covered ice and in The Top Shelf banquet area. The necessary amenities are in the process of being procured to support these events. In addition, rental fees are still being set. The City looks forward to welcoming the community to utilize The Cube for events and appreciates their patience as we put all the pieces in place to make it a superior experience. Further details regarding facility rentals will be made available once finalized.”
For employment opportunities at The Cube, please email General Manager Larry Bruyere at larry.bruyere@thecubesantaclarita.com. For more information on daily schedules and programs taking place at The Cube, please call (661) 257-CUBE (2823) or visit TheCubeSantaClarita.com.
City-Owned Ice Rink Anticipated to Open This Spring.
Santa Clarita, Calif. – Following months of renovations and preparation for a grand reopening, the City of Santa Clarita-owned ice rink has a new name and brand. The Cube – Ice and Entertainment Center is anticipated to open to the public in Spring 2021.
The City of Santa Clarita Announces “The Cube” as the New Name of the Former Valencia Ice Station.The Cube – Ice and Entertainment Center is anticipated to open to the public in Spring 2021.
“We wanted a name that would be catchy and also appropriate to cover the wide range of uses The Cube will play host to,” said Santa Clarita Mayor Bill Miranda. “Of course, The Cube will offer residents and visitors an unrivaled place to participate in hockey, figure skating, curling, recreational skating and more. It will also be a new entertainment hub with space to host conventions, conferences, non-profit events, business mixers, concerts, sports competitions, banquets and more. The new unique logo and branding elevate The Cube’s reputation and will attract users from throughout the Southern California region.”
The new identity for the Cube takes inspiration from carved ice block sculptures and features cool, crisp icy blues inside a clean, minimalist design to give off a welcoming, friendly, crisp and “cool” vibe that is versatile enough for a variety of purposes, which it will soon host. In February, the City awarded a contract to the Los Angeles Kings and American Sports Entertainment Company (ASEC) for the operation of The Cube, which is located at 27745 Smyth Drive. The Cube is owned by the City but will be operated by ASEC in partnership with the LA Kings.
Business sponsorship opportunities are available at The Cube, which is anticipated to see an annual attendance of more than 500,000 visitors. In addition to naming rights for The Pond, Olympic and NHL rinks, interested businesses can purchase wall banners, dasher board signage and even sponsor The Cube’s Zambonis with a custom wrap. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Chris Page at cpage@santa-clarita.com.
Since being acquired by the City in Fall 2020, The Cube has undergone a number of renovations, including technology system upgrades and interior and exterior branding changes. The City also completed repairs to the facility’s roof and cooling system, restored skate surfaces, upgraded plumbing fixtures, updated fire safety systems and more to ensure The Cube meets high safety standards.
Renovations are anticipated to be completed in March, and a grand reopening date will be announced at a later date.
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