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Ice skating rinks in Connecticut

36 ice skating rinks in Connecticut, out of 41 skating rinks we list in the state. A rink is listed here only when Google lists it as an ice skating rink, its name says so, or a customer review or the rink's own website describes ice skating there. Sorted by Google rating, weighted by the number of reviews.

Ice time is shared with hockey, figure skating and lessons, so public skate sessions can be short and change week to week. Check the rink's schedule before you go.

Admit one · Ice No. 0001

Sports Center of Connecticut

784 River Rd, Shelton, CT

Ice Public skatingBirthday parties
4.2Rating
1,093Reviews
4Programs

“Great long drive, mini golf, mini bowling, and arcades and even ice skating!” (Google review, Mar 2020)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 4 times in reviews

  • Public skating Per the rink's website
  • Birthday parties Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0002

Danbury Ice Arena

1 Independence Way, Danbury, CT

Ice Public skatingLessons
4.3Rating
507Reviews
4Programs

“Excellent arena, looking forward to the next season of hockey here but for now skating is open, the rink looks great and there's a sweet arcade 🕹️” (Google review, Aug 2021)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 22 times in reviews

  • Public skating Per the rink's website
  • Lessons Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0003

Wonderland of Ice

123 Glenwood Ave, Bridgeport, CT

Ice Public skatingLessons
4.2Rating
448Reviews
4Programs

“I must say that if your son or daughter plays hockey or any ice skating activity then you will enjoy it much more at The Wonderland of Ice.” (Google review, Feb 2019)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Mentioned 47 times in reviews

  • Public skating “Great place for families during open skate.” (Google review, Mar 2019)
  • Lessons “Wonderland Learn to Skate program is amazing.” (Google review, Aug 2024)
Admit one · Ice No. 0004

Northford Ice Pavilion

24 Fire-Lite Pl, Northford, CT

Ice Public skatingLessons
4.3Rating
362Reviews
4Programs

“Ice is well maintained and stands for observation of games, skating, activities etc provide great views.” (Google review, Jul 2023)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 29 times in reviews

  • Public skating Per the rink's website
  • Lessons Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0005

Veterans Memorial Ice Rink

56 Buena Vista Rd, West Hartford, CT

Ice Public skatingAdult nights
4.4Rating
281Reviews
7Programs

“They even have public ice skating times available which is great, check out their schedule for the facility online.” (Google review, Mar 2024)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 16 times in reviews

  • Public skating “It was relaxing to watch the figure skating after the public session was over.” (Google review, Feb 2020)
  • Adult nights “I will mention that if you are an advanced adult who wants to practice a certain skill with less crowd, go to the adult skate in the morning on the weekdays.” (Google review, Aug 2022)
Admit one · Ice No. 0006

RoseGarden Ice Arena

641 New London Tpke, Norwich, CT

Ice Public skatingBirthday parties
4.5Rating
242Reviews
6Programs

“Only rink in the area, very well maintained, clean lockerooms and bathrooms, friendly staff and the ice is usually pretty decent.” (Google review, Aug 2026)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 20 times in reviews

  • Public skating “We do open skate and lessons for our kids and they love it.” (Google review, Mar 2026)
  • Birthday parties Mentioned 2 times in reviews
Admit one · Ice No. 0007

Ingalls Ice Rink

Ingalls Rink, 73 Sachem St, New Haven, CT

Ice Public skatingHockey
4.7Rating
186Reviews
2Programs

“This organic form mimics the dynamic movement of ice skating while maintaining a sense of monumental stability.” (Google review, Apr 2026)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 22 times in reviews

  • Public skating Per the rink's website
  • Hockey “In short, Ingalls is a special place, an architectural treasure, a great place to watch hockey.” (Google review, Nov 2018)
Admit one · Ice No. 0008

International Skating Center of Connecticut - ISCC

1375 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT

Ice Public skatingBirthday parties
4.5Rating
234Reviews
6Programs

“Best ice rink in Connecticut really great hockey teams and the gym is amazing😁😁🏒🏒🏆🏆” (Google review, Aug 2026)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Mentioned 13 times in reviews

  • Public skating “Highly recommend for your next event or even for open public skate!!” (Google review, Apr 2023)
  • Birthday parties “I just hosted my daughter's 9th birthday party here and I can't say enough about how wonderful the event was.” (Google review, Apr 2023)
Admit one · Ice No. 0009

Stamford Twin Rinks

1063 Hope St, Stamford, CT

Ice Public skatingBirthday parties
4.4Rating
224Reviews
5Programs

“Great ice, great atmosphere and an amazing bar upstairs where you can view both rinks.” (Google review, Apr 2025)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Mentioned 18 times in reviews

  • Public skating Per the rink's website
  • Birthday parties Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0010

Newington Arena

300 Alumni Rd 2nd floor, Newington, CT

Ice Public skatingBirthday parties
4.1Rating
295Reviews
5Programs

“Overall, the ice quality is very good, I think once the humidity issue is fixed, the rink will be even better.” (Google review, Jun 2026)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 30 times in reviews

  • Public skating “Youth Hockey, open skate.” (Google review, Oct 2026)
  • Birthday parties Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0011

The Rinks at the Sports Center

784 River Rd, Shelton, CT

Ice Public skatingBirthday parties
4.4Rating
198Reviews
6Programs

“For the past few, years my 3 children have enjoyed summer camp and skating/hockey programs.” (Google review, Oct 2020)

Per the rink's website · Mentioned 20 times in reviews

  • Public skating Per the rink's website
  • Birthday parties Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0012

Milford Ice Pavilion

291 Sub Way, Milford, CT

Ice Public skatingAdult nights
4.3Rating
187Reviews
7Programs

“While it's not a modern facility, it's a family run business that helps promote and support youth skating and hockey.” (Google review, Jul 2016)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 19 times in reviews

  • Public skating “Great place for a birthday party and public skate sessions are very affordable for the entire family.” (Google review, Jul 2016)
  • Adult nights Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0013

Terry Conners Ice Rink

1125 Cove Rd, Stamford, CT

Ice Public skatingBirthday parties
4.4Rating
145Reviews
5Programs

“Hard ice, full team benches, excellent stadium seating and site lines anywhere in the rink, ample parking, easy access (near the highway I-95).” (Google review, Feb 2022)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 9 times in reviews

  • Public skating Per the rink's website
  • Birthday parties Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0014

Champions Skating Center

6 Progress Dr, Cromwell, CT

Ice Public skatingBirthday parties
4Rating
216Reviews
5Programs

“The ice was in great shape and everyone there was great from the employees to the other skaters.” (Google review, Jan 2022)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 26 times in reviews

  • Public skating “Hockey, figure skating, open hockey, and public skating are all available.” (Google review, Jan 2026)
  • Birthday parties Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0015

Ralph Walker Ice Rink Powered by Elm City Sports Group

1080 State St, New Haven, CT

Ice Public skatingAdult nights
4.4Rating
132Reviews
6Programs

“Our family with 3 boys attended Ralph Walker Ice Rink Powered by Elm City Sports Group's Opening Night for Rock & Skate and had a blast!” (Google review, Oct 2026)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 15 times in reviews

  • Public skating “We went to the first open skate of the season last night and was thoroughly impressed.” (Google review, Oct 2026)
  • Adult nights Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0016

Enfield Twin Rinks

1 Prior Rd, Enfield, CT

Ice Public skatingBirthday parties
4Rating
201Reviews
5Programs

“They have public skate available as was well as hostimg many different hockey teams.” (Google review, Mar 2019)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 6 times in reviews

  • Public skating Same review as above
  • Birthday parties Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0017

South Windsor Arena

585 John Fitch Blvd, South Windsor, CT

Ice Public skatingLessons
3.9Rating
195Reviews
5Programs

“I take Learn to Skate USA basic skills classes and attend the figure skating shows put on by students and coaches” (Google review, Jun 2026)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 16 times in reviews

  • Public skating Per the rink's website
  • Lessons Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0018

Plainville Indoor Sports Arena

161 Woodford Ave, Plainville, CT

Ice Birthday partiesLessons
4.4Rating
100Reviews
3Programs

“It's not a 5 star because the rink is on the smaller side, even for roller hockey.” (Google review, May 2025)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Mentioned 13 times in reviews

  • Birthday parties “I was just here for a birthday party and my experience was great!” (Google review, Nov 2023)
  • Lessons Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0019

East Haven Veterans Memorial Ice Rink

71 Hudson St, East Haven, CT

Ice Public skatingLessons
4.4Rating
90Reviews
3Programs

“Ive been going to this ice rink for over 25 years!” (Google review, Feb 2023)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Mentioned 19 times in reviews

  • Public skating “Took my daughter and her friends to open skate at the rink.” (Google review, Oct 2025)
  • Lessons “Watched the grandson take skating lessons .” (Google review, Mar 2025)
Admit one · Ice No. 0020

Dorothy Hamill Skating Rink

1 Sue Merz Way, Greenwich, CT

Ice Public skatingBirthday parties
4.3Rating
97Reviews
5Programs

“Even though we didn't even set foot on the ice this time, we'll get there, and we'll get there at Dorothy Hamill skating rink.” (Google review, Feb 2022)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 7 times in reviews

  • Public skating Per the rink's website
  • Birthday parties Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0021

SoNo Ice House

300 Wilson Ave, Norwalk, CT

Ice Public skatingHockey
4.1Rating
114Reviews
3Programs

“Skating around before it sets makes the ice 'muddy' before the game even starts.” (Google review, Sep 2017)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 31 times in reviews

  • Public skating Per the rink's website
  • Hockey “The hockey coaches are very good with the kids. its great that they have a bar/restaurant upstairs too” (Google review, Jan 2020)
Admit one · Ice No. 0022

Bolton Ice Palace

145 Hop River Rd, Bolton, CT

Ice Public skatingBirthday parties
4Rating
128Reviews
6Programs

“Great ice rink indoors awsome Skating program for kids our grandson just turned 4 and is having a blast learning to skate there” (Google review, Jan 2022)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 23 times in reviews

  • Public skating Per the rink's website
  • Birthday parties Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0023

Westport PAL Rink at Longshore

260 Compo Rd S, Westport, CT

Ice Outdoor / seasonal Public skatingBirthday parties
4.5Rating
70Reviews
5Programs

“I think for ice rink (as they go), this one is the best.” (Google review, Jan 2023)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Mentioned 8 times in reviews

  • Outdoor / seasonal “This well-run rink is a must visit in the winter season in Westport.” (Google review, Mar 2018)
  • Public skating Per the rink's website
  • Birthday parties Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0024

Winter Garden Ice Arena

Upper level, 111 Prospect Ridge, Ridgefield, CT

Ice Public skatingLessons
4.3Rating
82Reviews
4Programs

“My son learned how to skate and play hockey here so ....” (Google review, Aug 2019)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 16 times in reviews

  • Public skating Per the rink's website
  • Lessons “Learn to skate lessons are great.” (Google review, Feb 2025)

More ice skating rinks in Connecticut

Best rated first. The proof is under each name.

Ice skating rinks by city in Connecticut

Cities with two or more ice skating rinks.

Before you go ice skating

  1. Check the public skate schedule. Ice time is shared with hockey, figure skating and classes, so public sessions can be short and change week to week. The ice is resurfaced between sessions.
  2. Dress warm, in layers. Rinks are cold. Wear gloves to protect your hands if you fall, and one pair of thin or medium socks so the skates fit well.
  3. Rentals vary. Most rinks rent figure or hockey skates. Lace them snug around the ankle. If you bring your own, keep the blades sharp and use guards off the ice.
  4. Helmets help beginners. A helmet is a good idea for kids and first-timers. Stay near the boards until you find your balance and skate with the flow of traffic.

More: lessons, hockey and figure skating · guides for first-time skaters