Swonder Ice Arena Community Promotions
Summary
Swonder proposed $2.50 admission over the Fourth of July weekend and "Cool Skate Dollar Days" from June through September — cheap skating options for families over the summer.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
Discounted admission would reduce per-visit revenue but could boost attendance.
Families and skaters looking for affordable summer activities.
Families booking birthday parties at the zoo would pay more.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of Park Commissioners - Oct 07, 2026
Swonder proposed free 'Spooky Skate' admission on Halloween and a promotion offering one free skate rental per donation of boxed Jiffy cornbread mix, October 19 through November 18 — a food-donation drive in disguise.
Board of Park Commissioners - May 20, 2026
Swonder proposed $2.50 admission over the Fourth of July weekend and "Cool Skate Dollar Days" from June through September — cheap skating options for families over the summer.
Mesker Park Zoo Advisory Board - May 12, 2026
The board was scheduled to consider raising prices on the zoo's birthday party packages, which could affect families planning celebrations at the zoo.
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