Riverside Pub opens at Rivercity Sportsplex in Grand Junction

New restaurant and bar aims to enhance experience for athletes, families, and fans at local ice rink

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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The Rivercity Sportsplex in Grand Junction, Colorado held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the Riverside Pub, a new restaurant attached to the facility's indoor ice rink. The pub features a large outdoor patio and is designed to improve the experience for visitors to the ice skating rink, which is home to several local hockey and skating programs.

Why it matters

The addition of the Riverside Pub is expected to boost the appeal and amenities of the Rivercity Sportsplex, which serves as a hub for youth and community sports in Grand Junction. The new restaurant and bar aims to create a more welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere for athletes, families, and fans who frequent the ice rink.

The details

The Riverside Pub features a large outdoor patio and is designed to enhance the experience for athletes, families and fans who visit Grand Junction's premier ice skating rink, home to the River Hawks Youth Hockey program, Caprock Eagles High School Hockey, CMU Hockey, the NCDC River Hawks, River City Skating Club and the River Hawk Curling Club. General Manager Thomas Haggard said he has anticipated the opening since August and called the turnout 'amazing.'

  • The ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Tuesday, February 12, 2026.
  • The Riverside Pub has been in development since August 2025.

The players

Rivercity Sportsplex

A sports facility in Grand Junction, Colorado that houses an indoor ice rink and is home to several local hockey and skating programs.

Thomas Haggard

The general manager of the Rivercity Sportsplex and the Riverside Pub.

David and Amanda

The owners of the Riverside Pub.

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What they’re saying

“It was great to see everyone who supported us come out and be proud of us.”

— Thomas Haggard, General Manager (westernslopenow.com)

What’s next

The Riverside Pub plans to host a grand opening celebration for the public on Saturday, February 22, 2026.

The takeaway

The opening of the Riverside Pub at the Rivercity Sportsplex is a positive development for the Grand Junction community, as it provides a new dining and social option for athletes, families, and fans visiting the popular ice rink facility.