The Best Outdoor Ice Skating in Los Angeles
Enjoy a Winter Wonderland throughout the holidays
One of LA's most popular holiday traditions is ice skating at the various outdoor rinks throughout the city. Take advantage of the beautiful Los Angeles winter weather and get a tan as you skate on a sunny afternoon. Or you can bundle up and enjoy the crisp night air while skating under the stars. Just remember the rules of the rink and enjoy the holidays.
Holiday Ice Rink Pershing Square (through Jan. 8, 2023)
The Holiday Ice Rink Pershing Square returns to Downtown LA for its 2022-23 season and runs daily through Jan. 8, 2023. Framed by skyscrapers and adorned with festive holiday lights, LA's largest outdoor ice skating rink spans 7,200 square feet and welcomes more than 54,000 skaters and 450,000 spectators annually.
Pricing is $20 per person (all ages) for a one-hour session. Skates are included with admission. Figure and hockey skate sizes range from toddler’s size 8 to adult’s size 15. Guests can also bring their own ice skates.
Lockers are available to rent for $5. For beginning skaters under 48" tall, Skate Helpers ($6) glide with the skater along the ice and help with balance and control.
Private parties are available on select Mondays and Tuesdays during the 5:30pm and 7pm sessions on or before December 13. The rate for a private party is $5,000. Sessions are not open to the public if sold to a private party.
The 2022 season kicked off with the annual Icebreaker Opening Celebration, which featured a live performance, special guests and more. After the “icebreaking” ceremony, where a large ice sculpture was shattered, The Holiday Ice Rink Pershing Square’s first skaters were youth from South Los Angeles.
On Wednesdays, get into the groove with DJ HowLy, an Old School turntablist with a cutting-edge, New School vibe. Each week has a different theme:
- Nov. 23 - Holiday Hits Night
- Nov. 30 - Ugly Sweater Night
- Dec. 7 - Onesie Night
- Dec. 14 - Icons Night
- Dec. 21 - Disco Night
- Dec. 28 - Share the Love Night
Advance tickets must be purchased online and are now on sale at the Holiday Ice Rink website.
LA Kings Holiday Ice (through Jan. 8, 2023)
The annual LA Kings Holiday Ice brings outdoor ice skating to L.A. LIVE on Xbox Plaza, in front of Crypto.com Arena. Gather with friends and family, or enjoy a date night before and after a game or concert! The LA Kings Holiday Ice rink will run through Jan. 8, 2023.
General Admission tickets are $25 and only sold on-site at the rink. Pricing includes skate rental and admission. Discounted tickets are $20 for Children (ages 6 and under), Seniors (62 and over), and Military with ID (up to 4 guests). A limited number of Fast Pass tickets will be available daily at the L.A. LIVE website.
For Group Pricing (25 or more people), call (818) 209-7948. The rink is available for Private Rental during non-public hours - email ngrodotzke@cryptoarena.com for more info.
Present your LA Kings Holiday Ice ticket at these restaurants for a Supper & Skate discount:
- Fleming's (10% off)
- Katsuya (15% off)
- Lucky Strike (10% off)
Ice at Santa Monica (through Jan. 16, 2023)
Downtown Santa Monica once again transforms the corner of 5th Street and Arizona Avenue into Ice at Santa Monica. Each year, the outdoor ice skating rink brings a winter wonderland to the beachside community and has become a beloved annual tradition. Admission is $20 for all-day skating and includes skate rental. Ice at Santa Monica is open daily from noon to 10pm.
Priced at $350, a Party Cabana rental gives you exclusive use of one 20'x20' cabana for two hours. Cabanas can comfortably accommodate up to 25 people and are equipped with three tables and 16 chairs. Food and beverage options are available through Ice at Santa Monica's concession partner.
For those interested in renting out the ice rink for a private party or hosting a special event, contact Ice at Santa Monica via email at ice@downtownsm.com ice@downtownsm.comor call 310.260.1199.
The Shops at Santa Anita (Dec. 2-18, 2022)
Located in Arcadia, The Shops at Santa Anita is embracing the spirit of the season with Skate Through the Holidays - a synthetic ice rink on The Promenade. Enjoy complimentary outdoor ice skating Monday through Thursday from 2pm to 7pm, and Friday to Sunday from 1pm – 8pm.
Skating in the Park - Rancho Palos Verdes (Dec. 16 - Jan. 8, 2023)
Presented by the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, Skating in the Park features outdoor ice skating on a synthetic ice rink, surrounded by palm trees with amazing views of the Pacific.
Taking place at the Ken Dyda Civic Center, Skating in the Park is open from 12:30pm to 7pm on select dates:
- Dec. 16: Opening Night (tree lighting, food, crafts, inflatables)
- Dec. 17-18
- Dec. 26-31
- Jan. 2-8, 2023
Theme days include Ugly Sweater (Dec. 26), '80s (Dec. 31), Under the Sea (Jan. 3) and Winter Wonderland on January 7.
Skate sessions are 30 minutes. Pricing is $7 for residents and $10 for non-residents, and includes skate rental. Reservations at the RPV website are recommended and must be made at least 12 hours in advance.
