Lacing on some trusty skates and taking to the glassy ice is an undeniable must for getting into the winter spirit this holiday season. Whether you’re a practiced skater that gracefully glides across the ice or a beginner simply trying to stay upright, ice skating is a merriment like no other in the winter wonderland that is New York City!
There couldn’t be a better way to soak in the season than to delight in the cobblestoned, vibrant streets of New York City’s chic and aesthetic borough- Brooklyn. Here are some of the most magical ice-skating spots that can be found just on the other side of the Brooklyn Bridge.
Glide at Brooklyn Bridge Park
Featuring stunning panoramic views of Manhattan from across the East River, this ice rink is the perfect place to get in the city’s winter spirit. The rink is nestled just below the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, allowing the experience to coast across ice whilst gazing at a magnificent view. Just a few minute’s ferry or subway ride from the University, this rink is open from Nov. 15 until March 1 and offers a uniquely urban ice skating experience. Off-peak hours request only $15 for an adult ticket, along with $12 for skates. Glide is an immersive experience with festivities all around, with the surrounding plaza presenting a variety of treats and refreshments to keep you warm in the winter chill. Grab your mittens and scarves, Glide will have you savoring the frosty season in the city!
LeFrak Center at Lakeside Prospect Park Brooklyn
This stunning rink will have you hooked with its vast expanse of skating space and authentic Brooklyn charm, this historical venue will be brimming with winter cheer. Brooklyn residents voted LeFrak skating rink the best ice-skating in Brooklyn in both 2022 and 2023; illustrating the allure and enchantment of the 150-year-old park and its numerous interactive activities. Drawing locals, families, athletes and armatures to its ice, LeFrak is unique in its massive multi-sectioned rinks that are encased in wintered trees. With both covered and open-air rinks, the quaint appeal of Prospect Park is remarkably warm. Ice skating rates offer weekly admissions at $10.05, weekends at $14.70 and skate rentals at $10.30. Bundle up and head to Prospect Park for this magnificent winter paradise.
Industry City Rink
This ice-skating spot is adorably tucked between two uniquely Brooklyn buildings, welcoming skaters of all kinds to enjoy the winter weather by taking to the ice. Tickets are priced at $15 per skater, with skate rentals costing $10. You’ll be enchanted by the glistening lights strung above the ice, and truly feel the holiday spirit with wintery decorations strewn around the rink’s perimeter. This open-air wintertime experience is worth the visit! Stop by the surrounding buildings to the Reggae Town Café for a decadent dish of the rich Jamaican culture or pop into Tadaima, a Japanese dessert and bakery emporium. This frosty Brooklyn spot is another winter landmark that will satisfy your ice-skating cravings.
Vale Rink at the William Vale
Vale Rink is located on the 23rd-floor rooftop of Williamsburg’s luxurious hotel, The William Vale. Vale rink features “slice” skating- which is a synthetic ice material that encourages and enables this wintery activity any time of year. The icy-looking surface provides a unique encounter with skating, one free of melty puddles and wet socks! This rooftop rink offers a breathtaking view of the city skyline and an unforgettable opportunity to skate under the silhouette of Manhattan. Admission to the rink costs $20 for adults and just $12 for children. This grand ice rink is the perfect spot to celebrate winter in the city; escape the streets and skate in the sky of Brooklyn at Vale Rink this season!
Ice skating is a winter festivity that is truly a beloved, indispensable New York City tradition. This special treat will have you cherishing winter in the city and will awaken your holiday spirits. Gather your warm coats and thick socks- soak in the season at Brooklyn’s finest ice-skating rinks.
