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Outdoor skating in Illinois
17 outdoor or seasonal rinks in Illinois, out of 138 skating rinks we list in the state. A rink is listed here only when a customer review or the rink's own website describes it as an outdoor or seasonal rink. Sorted by Google rating, weighted by the number of reviews.
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.
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)
Bobby Hull Community Ice Rink
“Great outdoor ice but not a whole lot of room to put on gear.” (Google review, Feb 2020)
Mentioned 2 times in reviews
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Lessons “I took my niece's here for their first time skating and they got lessons from 2 nice staff members.” (Google review, Jan 2019)
Warren Park Winter Ice Rink
“outdoor ice rink, community sled hockey with Chicago Police Department, plenty of parking, friendly staff...softball in the summer going there over 25 years..” (Google review, Mar 2018)
Mentioned 3 times in reviews
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Skate rental Mentioned 6 times in reviews
- Hockey Same review as above
Arctic Ice Arena
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
IceLand Ice Arena
“In addition to the indoor rink, there’s also an outdoor rink.” (Google review, Feb 2020)
Per the rink's website · Mentioned 6 times in reviews
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Public skating “Love their family open skate.” (Google review, Aug 2026)
- Birthday parties Per the rink's website
Oakton Sports Complex
Per the rink's website
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Public skating Per the rink's website
- Birthday parties “You have the option to book from their party packages or rent the party room to host your event as you please.” (Google review, Nov 2025)
Riverside Ice Arena at Doty Park
“Nice outdoor rink, especially for gockey.” (Google review, Feb 2018)
Mentioned 2 times in reviews
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Public skating “Open skate is such a great time!” (Google review, Feb 2026)
- Birthday parties “We always have family birthday parties at the pavilion, the splash pad is great for the kids.” (Google review, Aug 2018)
Centennial Ice Rinks
Per the rink's website
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Public skating “Nice rink, longer public skate times than others, and more sessions.” (Google review, Nov 2019)
- Lessons Per the rink's website
Winnetka Ice Arena
Per the rink's website
Mentioned once in reviews
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Public skating Per the rink's website
- Birthday parties “Celebrated my daughter birthday here the staff were amazing!!” (Google review, Mar 2018)
Orland Park Ice Skating Rink (Winter Wonderland Ice Rink)
“It was a cute little outdoor ice rink that had plenty of ice aids for beginners.” (Google review, Jan 2024)
Mentioned 4 times in reviews
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Skate rental “They provide skate rental and have staff on the ice to help if needed.” (Google review, Jan 2021)
Central Athletic Complex
“The outdoor ice rinks are great fun in the winter months.” (Google review, Nov 2019)
Mentioned 2 times in reviews
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Public skating “So thankful the ice rink has an open skate.” (Google review, Dec 2022)
- Birthday parties Per the rink's website
McKinley Park Ice Skating Rink
“The skating rink is so large, unlike other outdoor skating rinks in the city, and it's well taken care of.” (Google review, Sep 2019)
Mentioned 2 times in reviews
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Public skating “Was a good time for open skate.” (Google review, Jan 2022)
- Hockey “It is close to a full size hockey rink.” (Google review, Mar 2019)
Daniel V. Capuano Ice Rink
“Great absolutely no frills outdoor rink.” (Google review, Feb 2026)
Mentioned 2 times in reviews
- Ice In the rink's name
- Hockey “It's small and the ice isn't the best but it's good enough for numerous outdoor hockey leagues and rat skates.” (Google review, Feb 2026)
Winter Club of Lake Forest
“Great ice rinks and very cool outdoor rinks” (Google review, Feb 2019)
Mentioned 2 times in reviews
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Lessons Per the rink's website
- Hockey “A gem of a place to play hockey outside - classic outdoor hockey in a nice old neighborhood” (Google review, Mar 2019)
Weinberg Family Recreation Center
Per the rink's website
Mentioned once in reviews
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Public skating Per the rink's website
- Birthday parties Per the rink's website
Ice Rink Field
Per the rink's website
- Ice Google lists it as an ice skating rink
- Public skating Per the rink's website
- Lessons Per the rink's website
Henry A. Proesel Park Inline Skating Rink
Per the rink's website
- Roller Google lists it as a roller skating rink
By city
- Chicago3 rinks
- Orland Park2 rinks
- Belvidere1 rink
- Cicero1 rink
- Evergreen Park1 rink
- Glencoe1 rink
- Lake Forest1 rink
- Lincolnwood1 rink
- Niles1 rink
- Northfield1 rink
- Park Ridge1 rink
- Wheaton1 rink
- Wilmette1 rink
- Winnetka1 rink
Before you go outdoor skating
- Check the season. Outdoor rinks open and close with the weather. Opening dates change every year, and warm days or rain can close the rink. Check the rink's website or social pages on the day you go.
- Dress for the weather. Wear layers, a hat and gloves, and bring a dry pair of socks. Evenings get cold fast.
- Ask about rentals. Not every outdoor rink rents skates or has a warming room. Check before you go, or bring your own.
- Stay on the rink. Skate only where the rink is open and maintained, not on nearby ponds or lakes unless the local authorities say the ice is safe.
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