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Ice skating rinks in Traverse City, MI

2 ice skating rinks in Traverse City. 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

Centre Ice Arena

1600 Chartwell Dr A, Traverse City, MI

Ice HockeyFigure skating
4.6Rating
366Reviews
2Programs

“Was here for a figure skating competition.” (Google review, May 2025)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 14 times in reviews

  • Hockey “Great hockey program ran out of here!” (Google review, Jan 2026)
  • Figure skating Same review as above
Admit one · Ice No. 0002

Howe Ice Arena

1125 W Civic Center Dr, Traverse City, MI

Ice Public skatingSkate rental
4.6Rating
195Reviews
3Programs

“Ice is usually great, and open skate or sticks and pucks are typically pretty busy unless it's during school hours.” (Google review, Jan 2020)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 18 times in reviews

  • Public skating Same review as above
  • Skate rental Per the rink's website

Map of ice skating rinks in Traverse City

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