The mall rink where they fell in love and skated for nearly 60 years is closing

The Lloyd Center in Portland is closing its doors, marking the end of an era for a location that operated for decades and served as the city's unofficial municipal ice rink. The closure brings an end to the venue where community members built lifelong memories, including couples who fell in love and skated there for nearly 60 years.

Before the final shutdown, the space hosted its last events, including a Beyblade community tournament held at the mall's food court, which was documented by Oregon Public Broadcasting as a gathering space described as a safe space for weirdos. Media coverage across outlets such as KOIN.com, KATU, and The Washington Post has heavily documented the historic milestone, looking back through photographs at the site's longevity.

Coverage does not yet specify future plans for the sprawling property, leaving open questions about what will replace the multi-decade Portland landmark.