With frosty temperatures and snow flurries in the air, the season of outdoor ice skating surrounded by the wintery wonderland of the Windy City is upon us.
Though some are already open, many outdoor rinks around the Chicago suburbs require colder outdoor temperatures than the area has seen this season — especially those at public parks.
However, the recent drop in temperatures and the snowfall expected over Thanksgiving weekend could mean those rinks are ready for skaters sooner than later.
Either way, outdoor rink options are plentiful throughout the winter season in the Chicago area.
Whether you’re an aspiring hockey player, parent of a future figure skating champion or simply looking to lace up for a holiday season skate session, no further for where you can hit the ice outdoors in the Chicago suburbs this winter.
Chicago Wolves Ice Rink at Parkway Bank Park – Rosemont
Located at 5501 Park Place in Rosemont, the Chicago Wolves Ice Rink at Parkway Bank Park is open from Nov. 26 through Jan. 25. Admission to the rink is free and skates can be rented for $8. Folks who own skates are welcome to bring them and skip the rental.
More information, including regular hours of operation and holiday hours, can be found here.
Park District of Oak Park rinks
The Park District of Oak Park offers two outdoor ice rinks, one at Longfellow Park and another at Taylor Park.
Both rinks are currently closed for the season as the conditions needed to prepare the ice have yet been met, however, the park district has an “Outdoor Ice Rink Status” feature on their website that will update when they’re ready for skaters.
The Rink at Block 59 – Naperville
Naperville welcomed a new outdoor skate rink this year to the Block 59 shopping center, located at 404 Illinois Route 59. The rink opened Nov. 20 and will remain through Jan. 18.
Additional details on ticket prices and hours can be found here.
Arlington Heights Park District rinks
There are several parks in Arlington Heights that offer outdoor ice rinks, including Frontier Park, Heritage Park and Pioneer Park. The rinks are open from Dec. 15 through Feb. 15 weather permitting.
The rinks are designated for free skate or hockey, according to the park district website.
A complete list of parks with rinks and additional information can be found here.
Citizens Park – Barrington
The ice rink at Citizens Park, located at 511 North Lake Zurich Road in Barrington, is open for the season, seven days a week. The rink has to pass a daily inspection to open, and the front desk will provide daily updates after 10 a.m. if you call 847-381-0687.
More information, including hours of operation, can be found here.
Community Ice Rink at Central Park – Oak Brook
The Oak Brook Park District’s Community Ice Rink, located at 1510 Forest Gate Road, is free to the public and features both overhead and unique under-ice lights.
The rink is unsupervised, and parents are responsible for their children, according to the park district website.
Additional information can be found here.
Daniel V. Capuano Ice Rink – Evergreen Park
The Daniel V. Capuano Ice Rink in Yukich Fields, near 89th and South Kedzie Avenue, is not yet open for the season — though the rink typically opens in December. T
Hours of operation are weather dependent, according to the Village of Evergreen Park. However, updates and additional information can be found on their website and social media.
Open skate fees range from $4 to $8, depending on age and residency. Hockey skate feeds range from $7 to $8. Skate rental is $5 and if you bring skates from home, you can get them sharpened for $10 a pair.
Winter Wonderland Ice Skating Rink – Orland Park
Expected to open Nov. 29, the Winter Wonderland Ice Skating Rink in south suburban Orland Park is located at 1500 West Avenue and Fun Drive.
The opening is contingent on weather conditions, according to the Village of Orland Park. The rink will close if more than one inch of snow accumulates on the ice and maintenance crews are not available, or in the case of extreme temperatures.
Details on hours and rental costs can be found here.
Weinberg Family Recreation Center Ice Rink – Glencoe
The Weinberg Family Recreation Center offers two ice rinks, located at 305 Randolph Street in Glencoe, that are set to open on Black Friday and stick around until the end of February.
According to the Glencoe Park District, the rinks are lighted and refrigerated.
More information, including cost of admission and skate rental, can be found here.
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