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Ice skating rinks in Vermont

10 ice skating rinks in Vermont. 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

C Douglas Cairns Arena

600 Swift St, South Burlington, VT

Ice Public skatingSkate rental
4.6Rating
241Reviews
4Programs

“Very fun ice rink center to bring your family to and enjoy skating together.” (Google review, Feb 2026)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Mentioned 11 times in reviews

  • Public skating “Today I took my 2 young kids public skating for the first time.” (Google review, Dec 2019)
  • Skate rental “Open skating hours with skate rentals.” (Google review, Feb 2020)
Admit one · Ice No. 0002

Gutterson Fieldhouse

147 Spear St, Burlington, VT

Ice HockeyFigure skating
4.5Rating
244Reviews
2Programs

“Amazing arena for ice hockey and figure skating” (Google review, Jun 2026)

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

  • Hockey “Nothing like watching an awesome game in a old school hockey arena.” (Google review, Jan 2017)
  • Figure skating Same review as above
Admit one · Ice No. 0003

Essex Junction Skating

2 Educational Dr, Essex Junction, VT

Ice Public skatingSkate rental
4.6Rating
91Reviews
2Programs

“Affordable ice skate rentals.” (Google review, Nov 2018)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Mentioned 7 times in reviews

  • Public skating “Fun times at public skate.” (Google review, Feb 2023)
  • Skate rental Same review as above
Admit one · Ice No. 0004

Riley Rink at Hunter Park

410 Hunter Park Rd, Manchester Center, VT

Ice LessonsSkate rental
4.4Rating
111Reviews
4Programs

“Very awesome ice rink its definitely colder then other rinks but thats ok its great!” (Google review, Mar 2023)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Mentioned 12 times in reviews

  • Lessons Per the rink's website
  • Skate rental “The staff and faculty are amazing and they are great with skate rentals.” (Google review, Dec 2023)
Admit one · Ice No. 0005

The Ice Center

546 River Rd, Waterbury, VT

Ice Skate rentalHockey
4.5Rating
98Reviews
2Programs

“Typical high school rink, the ice is good but, there is minimal seating with a narrow access lane at the glass.” (Google review, Dec 2021)

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

  • Skate rental “The rental skates are pretty uncomfortable though, so definitely best to bring your own skates if you have them.” (Google review, Mar 2019)
  • Hockey “The staff are very friendly and were happy to answer my questions about the facility and the game of hockey due to the fact I am a new fan.” (Google review, Oct 2021)
Admit one · Ice No. 0006

Gordon H Paquette Ice Arena

216 Leddy Park Rd, Burlington, VT

Ice Public skatingLessons
4.3Rating
105Reviews
5Programs

“Ice skating can be dangerous if you’re not careful, but if you are cautious and follow the rules, it’s a lot of fun.” (Google review, Jan 2026)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Mentioned 22 times in reviews

  • Public skating “The ice is often crowded with people during the public skate time.” (Google review, Sep 2026)
  • Lessons Mentioned 3 times in reviews
Admit one · Ice No. 0007

Union Arena

80 Amsden Way, Woodstock, VT

Ice Public skatingBirthday parties
4.6Rating
71Reviews
5Programs

“Very nice rink, my grandson said the ice was good.” (Google review, Dec 2025)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 11 times in reviews

  • Public skating “Public skate today was fairly empty and tons of double milk crates for kids to practice with!” (Google review, Jan 2019)
  • Birthday parties Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0008

Wendell A. Barwood Arena

431 Highland Ave, White River Junction, VT

Ice Outdoor / seasonal Public skatingSkate rental
4.6Rating
57Reviews
4Programs

“There are both hockey and skating programs available here as well as high school practices and meets.” (Google review, Dec 2019)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 13 times in reviews

  • Outdoor / seasonal Per the rink's website
  • Public skating “It's only downfall is the extremely limited public skating.” (Google review, Jan 2023)
  • Skate rental “Great fun at a cheap price and and they have ice skate rentals” (Google review, Feb 2018)
Admit one · Ice No. 0009

Nelson Withington Skating Facility

61 Memorial Park Dr, Brattleboro, VT

Ice Skate rentalHockey
4.6Rating
55Reviews
2Programs

“Friendly local fun for kids, teens, the whole family or if you wanna just learn to skate (figure, too) and play hockey.” (Google review, Oct 2021)

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

  • Skate rental “They rent skates of any size and hey have hard plastic structures to slide on the ice, if you're learning how to skate.” (Google review, Jan 2022)
  • Hockey Same review as above
Admit one · Ice No. 0010

Skatium Ice Rink

40 Slow Rd, Waitsfield, VT

Ice Outdoor / seasonal
4.5Rating
16Reviews
1Programs

Google lists it as an ice skating rink

  • Outdoor / seasonal “There is nothing better than outdoor skating and families and kids laughing and enjoying fresh Vermont air!” (Google review, Jan 2026)

Ice skating rinks by city in Vermont

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