The 11 Best Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks in Boston: Winter 2024

There’s snow place like an ice rink. This season, grab your loved ones and head to Boston’s best outdoor rinks for a hot cup of cocoa and a chance to glide all day. Whether you’re dropping in for a hockey game or sharpening your figure skating skills, these rinks have something for everyone.  1) <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/boston-s-winter-fest-2024-winter-wonderland-with-ice-skating-rink-artisan-marketplace-life-size-ice-castle-gingerbread-house-apres-ski-gondola-lounge-more-boston-1009161">Boston's Winter Fest 2024</a> When: Open Thu, 12/5 Cost: TBD Where: Charlestown What: Winter Fest in Charlestown’s Hood Park is a sprawling wonderland featuring an ice skating rink as well as a whimsical toy workshop, an artisan shopping market, a life-size ice castle, and Après Ski Veuve Clicquot Gondola Lounge, and much more. 2) <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/ice-skating-on-the-frog-pond-at-boston-common-boston-397497">Ice Skating on the Frog Pond</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1700070944/outdoor%20ice%20skating%20rinks/ice_skating_around_boston.001_q6qc4d.jpg"> When: Open Sat, 11/30 Cost: $10 admission for adults; $15 for skate rental  Where: Downtown What: Enjoy the most wonderful time of the year at Boston’s most magical rink. Skating on the Frog Pond is a holiday tradition, so lace up those skates and hit the ice. Also, don’t miss out on the <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/boston-common-frog-pond-skating-spectacular-2023-boston-437065">Frog Pond Skating Spectacular</a> for a chance to see professional skaters showcase their spins. [<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/ClxSftBMLfs/">Photo</a> by @oschapov] 3) <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/ice-skating-at-skate-canal-district-kendall-cambridge-398092">Skate @ Canal District Kendall</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1700070944/outdoor%20ice%20skating%20rinks/ice_skating_around_boston.004_qkhed9.jpg"> When: Open Fri, 12/6 Cost: $6 admission for adults; $10 skate rental Where: Cambridge What: This seasonal outdoor ice skating rink is opening from mid-December through mid-March. Plus, don’t miss out on this year’s <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/canal-district-winter-market-cambridge-397854">Canal District Winter Market</a>. 4) <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/ice-skating-on-jack-kirrane-ice-skating-rink-brookline-398090">Jack Kirrane Ice Skating Rink</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1700070944/outdoor%20ice%20skating%20rinks/ice_skating_around_boston.003_ywz9oe.jpg"> When: Open Mon, 12/9 Cost: $7-9 admission; $7 for skate rental Where: Brookline What: Whether you’re looking for skating lessons, drop-in hockey games, or private rentals, Kirrane Ice Skating Rink has it all. Sharpen your blade and get ready for an unforgettable season. 5) <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/ice-skating-on-dcr-kelly-outdoor-rink-jamaica-plain-398091">DCR Kelly Outdoor Rink</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1700070943/outdoor%20ice%20skating%20rinks/ice_skating_around_boston.005_rjshpx.jpg"> When: Open Fri, 11/29 Cost: FREE admission; $3 skate rental Where: Jamaica Plain What: Skate your heart out– on a budget. DCR Kelly Outdoor Rink is the most affordable option, and for just a few bucks you can be gliding around all day. OUTSIDE OF THE CITY: 6) <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/kilroy-square-outdoor-skating-rink-quincy-1009434">Kilroy Square Outdoor Skating Rink</a> When: Open Mon, 12/2 Cost: Free Where: Quincy | 9.8 miles from Downtown Boston What: Enjoy free admission and free skate rentals to this charming Kilroy Square skating rink in Quincy. In a new location and covering a larger footprint this year, even more people will be able to enjoy this neighborhood rink. 7) <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/stoneham-town-common-skating-rink-stoneham-437077">Stoneham Town Common Skating Rink</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1700070946/outdoor%20ice%20skating%20rinks/ice_skating_around_boston.008_isb4w2.jpg"> When: TBA, weather dependent  Cost: FREE, bring your own skates Where: Stoneham | 10.4 miles from Downtown Boston What: Embrace the Stoneham skating legacy with free public skating on Stoneham Town Common. This town has proudly contributed athletes to five Winter Olympics, including the renowned medalist Nancy Kerrigan. 8) <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/ice-skating-at-marketstreet-lynnfield-lynnfield-398229">The Rink at MarketStreet</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1700070946/outdoor%20ice%20skating%20rinks/ice_skating_around_boston.007_wmmszr.jpg"> When: Open Sat, 11/16 Cost: $12 admission, $6 skate rental Where: Lynnfield | 15.3 miles from Downtown Boston What: Why not combine holiday shopping with family fun in one day? At MarketStreet Lynnfield, you can pick up those perfect holiday gifts before hitting the ice with your kiddos. 9) <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/ice-skating-on-the-oval-worcester-398228">The Oval Ice Skating Rink</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1700070944/outdoor%20ice%20skating%20rinks/ice_skating_around_boston.006_fsuurq.jpg"> When: Open Fri, 12/6 Cost: $6 admission for adults; $6 skate rental  Where: Worcester | 43.5 miles from Downtown Boston When: Taking a trip to Worcester is worth it for a chance to skate on the famous Oval. This 12,000 square-foot ice skating rink is even 4,000 feet bigger than New York’s Rockefeller Center Rink. 10) <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/the-providence-outdoor-ice-skating-rink-at-banknewport-city-center-providence-437078">The Providence Outdoor Ice Skating Rink</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1700070943/outdoor%20ice%20skating%20rinks/ice_skating_around_boston.009_qbeumb.jpg"> When: Open Fri, 12/20 Cost: $7 admission for adults; $6 skate rental  Where: Providence | 49.6 miles from Downtown Boston What: Discover the excitement at The Providence Rink, boasting a sprawling 14,000 square feet for ice skating enjoyment, whether you're gliding on ice, maneuvering an ice bumper car, or twirling across the expansive icy surface. 11) <a href="https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/events/winter-skate-at-patriot-place-2021/362844">Winter Skate at Patriot Place 2024</a> When: Open Thu, 11/14 Cost: $10-12 admission for adults; $3-6 skate rentals Where: Foxborough | 27 miles from Downtown Boston What: Whether you’re looking to spend some time before a Patriots game or just enjoy a day outside the city, the skating rink at Patriot Place offers affordable winter fun. Afterwards, check out the shops and restaurants in the complex. ‘Tis the season to skate. Whether you’re a seasoned hockey player or you’ve never touched the ice, these rinks are the perfect places to try a lap. Time to get gliding. -- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl4Y_nQvI8F/">Main photo</a> by @oschapov

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