‘Tis the Season for Fun with Gold Runner

Winter Wonderland Ice Rink | Hanford | open november 23rd to january 12th

All aboard for a family trip to the Winter Wonderland Ice Rink in Downtown Hanford-where kids ride Amtrak FREE with purchase of an adult ticket! Take Gold Runner to get to Hanford’s Winter Wonderland open November 23rd through January 12, 2025. Upon arrival, it‘s just a short 10-minute walk from all the holiday fun! Enjoy ice skating, festive music, visits with Santa, tasty food vendors, and more. Kick off the holiday season right!

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