Where to Go Ice Skating Around the Philly Suburbs This Winter

There are plenty of local rinks where you can lace up your skates for ice skating throughout the Main Line region.

Ice skating is a quintessential winter activity, and the western suburbs are home to plenty of skating rinks. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned skater, be sure to hit the ice at some point this season!

The Campus

4533 Lincoln Hwy., Downingtown

This state-of-the-art ice rink in Downingtown is great for family outings during public skating times on Friday nights and weekend afternoons. The Campus also offers learn-to-skate, hockey and figure skating programs for locals who want to improve their skills.

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Energy Transfer Veterans Memorial Rink

4901 West Chester Pke., Newtown Square

 

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This Delaware County spot is perfect for a night out with music, festive lighting, food and beverages and heated hospitality tents. A portion of all proceeds will be donated to the Delaware County Veterans Memorial Association, so you can skate for a good cause. Though this outdoor rink is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, it’s open every evening from Wednesday to Sunday, weather permitting.

Haverford Skatium

1018 Darby Rd., Havertown

Check the Haverford Skatium’s website for designated public skating times, which vary throughout the season. The rink also offers clinics to teach individuals how to skate.

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Ice Line Quad Rinks

700 Lawrence Dr., West Chester

This indoor rink is the perfect date night or family outing spot. Public skating is available on Fridays, weekends and most holidays. A pub within the building offers an extensive menu for dining before or after your session.

Oaks Center Ice

100 Pennco Rd., Oaks

Public skating is offered here several days a week, and metal skate trainer bars are available to assist children under the age of eight. For more serious athletics, public hockey for adults and kids is also available.

Philadelphia Skating Club & Humane Society

220 Holland Ave., Ardmore

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Step onto the ice on Friday evenings or Sunday afternoons during this rink’s public skate sessions, which have a $10 admission fee. Instructional programs are available, and memberships can be purchased for the winter season.

PNY Sports Arena

1646 West Chester Pke., West Chester

At this West Chester rink, you can step onto the ice or cheer your friends and family on from the club box lounge. Check out the Skating with Santa event, which is perfect for little ones, on December 21.

Power Play Rinks

710 Haywood Dr., Exton

 

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This family-friendly rink hosts public skating year-round. Skating lessons are available, with a specialized program for adults and teens over the age of 14.

Springfield Ice Skating Rink

400 W Sproul Rd., Springfield

On Friday and Saturday nights or Sunday afternoons, you can skate freely or with a skating aid at this Delaware County rink. The venue offers some of the most affordable skating opportunities anywhere in the region, with admission and skate rentals coming out to just $10 total.

Winter Park at the Creamery

401 Birch St., Kennett Square

Through the winter season, the Creamery of Kennett Square adds an ice rink to its winter activities lineup. The rink is made of Glice, a form of eco-friendly, synthetic ice. It’s open for public skating on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. and 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., respectively.

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