Introduced in 2019, ice bumper cars are popular with kids from four to 98 and are a fun activity to include with parties and company outings. Kids must be at least three years old to ride with an adult; six years old and 42” tall to drive. Rides last for 10 minutes per session. Ice bumper cars are available for private group rentals, birthday parties, and when scheduled alongside select Public Skating events. See when Ice Bumper Cars are in operation by visiting the Northwest Arena calendar.

Driving an ice bumper car is easy! Each car features two joysticks to the left and right of the driver’s seat, allowing riders to steer the car forward, backward, left and right. Moving the sticks in opposite directions allows drivers to spin. Letting go of the joysticks brings the car to a complete stop.

Each ride experience includes a brief safety and instruction video, plus the ride. Riders must be ready 10 minutes before their assigned time slot.

Each car is powered by an electric motor that turns two wheels beneath each car. These wheels feature special, custom-made rubber tires that provide traction but won’t damage the ice surface. They allow riders to slide as they bump into one another. Every car is surrounded by a large PVC air tube that provides protection for the car frame and absorbs the impact of collisions for the rider who is comfortably seated in a molded fiberglass shell.

• Drivers must be age 6 or older and at least 42 inches tall.
• To carry passengers, the operator must be age 18 or older, and passengers are limited to children ages 3–5.
• Riders must wear flat, closed-toe-shoes—flip flops, sandals, and heeled shoes are prohibited.
• Maximum weight per car: 300 pounds