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321 outdoor and seasonal rinks in 44 states and DC, including 302 ice rinks and 18 roller rinks. Pick a state, or use the map to find outdoor ice skating near you.
Outdoor rinks open and close with the weather, so check this season's dates before you go. Under every rink is the review sentence or website note that says it's outdoor or seasonal.
Outdoor rinks open and close with the weather. Opening dates change every year, and a warm spell or rain can close the rink for the day. Check the rink's website or social pages before you go.
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Outdoor ice rinks by state
321 outdoor or seasonal rinks in 44 states and DC.
- Alabama1
- Alaska4
- Arizona1
- Arkansas1
- California34
- Colorado14
- Connecticut2
- Delaware1
- District of Columbia4
- Florida1
- Georgia7
- Idaho7
- Illinois17
- Indiana4
- Iowa1
- Kansas1
- Kentucky1
- Maine6
- Maryland7
- Massachusetts8
- Michigan12
- Minnesota31
- Missouri5
- Montana3
- Nebraska2
- Nevada1
- New Hampshire2
- New Jersey9
- New Mexico3
- New York33
- North Carolina3
- North Dakota10
- Ohio12
- Oklahoma3
- Oregon6
- Pennsylvania12
- Rhode Island1
- South Carolina1
- South Dakota2
- Texas12
- Utah8
- Vermont2
- Virginia5
- Washington5
- Wisconsin16
Cities with more than one
- New York, NY8
- Bloomington, MN7
- Fargo, ND6
- Brooklyn, NY4
- Houston, TX4
- Washington, DC4
- Ann Arbor, MI3
- Buffalo, NY3
- Chicago, IL3
- Los Angeles, CA3
- San Diego, CA3
- San Francisco, CA3
- Superior, WI3
- Anchorage, AK2
- Austin, TX2
- Bismarck, ND2
- Cincinnati, OH2
- Cleveland, OH2
- Coeur d'Alene, ID2
- Colorado Springs, CO2
- Dayton, OH2
- Denver, CO2
- Detroit, MI2
- East Aurora, NY2
Most-reviewed outdoor and seasonal rinks
Sorted by Google rating, weighted by the number of reviews, one location per rink name. Under each rink is the proof it's listed for, then the proof for each other badge on its ticket.
Per the rink's website
Mentioned once in reviews
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
Boston Common Frog Pond
“This outdoor ice rink is in the oldest public park in the country.” (Google review, Jan 2020)
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Public skating “Public skating hours are offered morning, afternoon, and evening.” (Google review, Jan 2020)
- Lessons “No worries, this rink has a Learn to Skate program.” (Google review, Jan 2020)
Maggie Daley Park Ice Skating Ribbon
“It was my first time at an outdoor rink and I loved that it was a path vs a standard rink.” (Google review, Jan 2026)
Mentioned 2 times in reviews
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Skate rental “Skate rentals were good, our friends young boy wasn't allowed to wear the strap on kids skates, but they were able to rent some skates his size.” (Google review, Dec 2025)
The Rink At Rockefeller Center
“The setting really comes alive during skating season and is one of the most iconic winter spots in the city.” (Google review, May 2026)
Mentioned 2 times in reviews
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Skate rental “Everything was very smooth - we came at our slot time and were quickly directed to the skate rental and then the lockers.” (Google review, Mar 2025)
Clinton Square Ice Rink
“Beautiful outdoor ice rink, with a fantastic view of the architecture in the area.” (Google review, Jan 2024)
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
Buffalo RiverWorks
Per the rink's website
- Roller Google lists it as a roller skating rink
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Birthday parties Per the rink's website
- Hockey Per the rink's website
The UPMC Rink at PPG Place
Per the rink's website
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Birthday parties Per the rink's website
- Skate rental “Only critique would be for the place to open an alternate area one for purchase of skate rentals and different one for returns would help with the flow of people and give more space.” (Google review, Dec 2025)
Ice at the Galleria
“During the holiday season, this venue takes on a truly enchanting character, with a grand Christmas tree gracing the center of the rink.” (Google review, Sep 2023)
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Public skating Per the rink's website
- Birthday parties Per the rink's website
Skatetown Ice Arena
“There were two indoor and one outdoor rinks available.” (Google review, Dec 2018)
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Public skating “Public skate sessions are fun, classes are quick but good value, and the pro store on-site is awesome.” (Google review, Jun 2026)
- Adult nights Per the rink's website
Centene Community Ice Center
“There are 3 indoor rinks and one seasonal outdoor rink.” (Google review, May 2025)
Mentioned 4 times in reviews
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Public skating “Tons of rinks, open skates, clinics, hockey, etc.” (Google review, Jul 2024)
- Birthday parties “What a birthday party show!!!!!!!” (Google review, Aug 2023)
Las Vegas Ice Center
“Great place to ice skate, especially during the Christmas season.” (Google review, Jan 2020)
Mentioned 2 times in reviews
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Public skating Per the rink's website
- Birthday parties “We love the place a lots of my friends does the birthday parties here.Las Vegas Ice Centers is the best place for my daughter to skate” (Google review, Dec 2022)
Wollman Rink
Per the rink's website
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Public skating Per the rink's website
- Birthday parties Per the rink's website
How outdoor rinks work
Outdoor rinks run in season. Some are natural ice that needs a stretch of hard freezing weather; others are refrigerated and can open earlier and handle milder days. Many are run by cities and parks, and some are seasonal rinks set up for the holidays in a downtown plaza or a shopping center. Either way, the weather decides: a warm spell, rain or a big snowfall can close the ice for the day.
Check before you go
- Opening and closing dates for this season. They change every year.
- Whether the rink is open today. Rinks often post closures on their website or social pages.
- Whether it rents skates and has a warming room or lockers.
Dress for the weather
Wear warm layers, a hat and gloves, and bring a dry pair of socks for afterwards. Evenings get cold quickly once the sun goes down. A helmet is a good idea for kids and beginners.
Stay on the rink
Skate only where the rink is open and maintained. Don't go out on ponds or lakes nearby unless the local authorities say the ice is safe. When the outdoor season is over, indoor ice rinks keep skating going.
Questions
- When do outdoor ice rinks open?
- Outdoor rinks open and close with the weather. Many open for the winter once it's cold enough to hold the ice and close when it warms up. Refrigerated rinks can open earlier and stay open on milder days. Dates change every year, so check the rink's website or social pages.
- Are outdoor rinks open when it is warm or raining?
- Not always. Warm weather, rain or heavy snow can close an outdoor rink for the day or soften the ice. Check the rink's website or social pages on the day you plan to go.
- Do outdoor rinks rent skates?
- Some do and some don't. 197 of the outdoor and seasonal rinks we list have a review or website that mentions skate rental. Ask before you go, or bring your own skates.
- What should I wear to an outdoor rink?
- Dress for the weather: warm layers, a hat, gloves and one pair of medium socks under your skates, plus a dry pair for afterwards. A helmet is a good idea for kids and beginners.
- How do you know a rink is outdoor or seasonal?
- Each rink on these pages has a customer review that describes skating outdoors or in season there, or a website that says so. The review sentence and its month, or a note that it comes from the rink's website, are shown under each rink.