Ice Skating in Indianapolis | Indoor & Outdoor Ice Rinks

It’s time to kick off your shoes, lace up those skates, and hit the ice!

Gather the family and explore these fantastic ice skating spots around Indianapolis, where fun meets fitness. We’ve put together a list of both indoor and outdoor rinks, so you’ll have options no matter the weather. New to skating? No problem—many places offer lessons to help you get started and feel confident on the ice. Bundle up and get ready to make some memories together!

And remember: dress in layers to stay comfortable and warm! (Skate times can change, so we recommend calling ahead just to confirm.)

Best Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks in Indianapolis 2024:

The Ice at Center Green

  • Location: 10 Center Green, Carmel
  • Dates: November 23, 2024 – February 2, 2025 | Daily Schedule 
  • Price: $9 for kids 10 and under, $11 for ages 11 and up; skate rentals are $4

The Ice at Center Green, located in the heart of Carmel, offers a fun and affordable way for families to embrace winter together. This rink is open from mid-November to late February, with 90-minute skating sessions (Wednesday & Thursday sessions extend beyond 90 minutes).

After skating, grab a bite near the rink, or venture to City Center, Midtown Plaza, or the Carmel Arts & Design District for local food. If you’re visiting between Nov. 23 and Dec. 24, be sure to check out the Carmel Christkindlmarkt—a holiday favorite!

The Ice at Carter Green
The Ice at Carter Green; Photo Credit: facebook.com/TheIceAtCarterGreen

Ice Rink at Holliday Park

  • Location: 6363 Spring Mill Rd, Indianapolis
  • Dates: November 29, 2024 – March 1, 2025
  • Price: $14 per person; kids 4 and under skate free (includes skate rental)

Opening its third season, Holliday Park’s ice rink has become a winter staple for locals of all ages. This spot is perfect for families looking to make some memorable winter moments together.

Bicentennial Unity Plaza in Downtown Indianapolis

  • Location: 125 S Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis
  • Dates: November 22, 2024 – January 26, 2025
  • Price: $11–$14; skate rentals are $4

Right in downtown Indianapolis, the Elevance Health Rink at Bicentennial Unity Plaza is a new favorite for winter fun. Reserve your session and kick off the season starting Friday, November 22!

downtown indianapolis ice skating

*Ice Ribbon Skating Rink

2024 info coming soon!

  • Location: 133 Jersey Street, Westfield
  • Dates: 2024 dates have not been announced
  • Price: $12 for adults (ages 11+), $10 for kids (10 and under), includes skate rentals

Westfield’s Ice Ribbon Skating Rink is unique—it’s shaped in a figure 8, the only one like it in the Indianapolis area! This design makes it extra fun to skate, adding a twist to the usual rink experience. Sessions run Thursday through Saturday, with each session lasting 90 minutes.

*Lawrence Civic Plaza

2024 info coming soon!

  • Location: 5710 Lawrence Village Pkwy, Indianapolis
  • Dates: 2024 dates have not been announced
  • Price: $10 for adults, $5 for kids, includes skate rentals

Lawrence Civic Plaza offers a unique skating experience on a synthetic surface that feels almost like real ice!

Ice Skating at Winterfest Lawrence Civic Plaza
Ice Skating at Winterfest Photo Credit: facebook.com/cityoflawrencein

 

Federal Hill Commons Ice Plaza

  • Location: 175 Logan St, Noblesville
  • Dates: November 23, 2024 – January 6, 2025 | Find Hours Here
  • Price: $13 for ages 13 and older, $11 for ages 12 and younger

Skate, take a break, shop, grab lunch & come back to skate later the same day for no additional cost!

Federal Hill Commons Ice Plaza , Ice Skating in Noblesville, Indiana
Federal Hill Commons Ice Plaza

Penguin Park at Washington Township Park (Synthetic Ice Rink)

2024 info coming soon!

  • Location: 15 S. County Rd. 575 E., Avon
  • Dates: 2024 dates have not been announced
  • Price: $8 per person; children 3 and under are free, skates included

Penguin Park’s synthetic ice rink is a family favorite, where guests can strap on roller skates or roller blades for a fun skating experience. Skate aids are available for beginners.

Best Places in Indianapolis to go Ice Skating Indoors:

Carmel Ice Skadium

Carmel Ice Skadium is a welcoming spot where you can skate to music with friends and family. For a twist, try Cosmic Skating on Friday and Saturday nights with fun lighting and tunes. Plus, if your little one wants to learn, the Carmel International Ice Skating Academy takes kids as young as 3!

Arctic Zone Iceplex Westfield

Arctic Zone is a local favorite with options for everyone—from casual skating to lessons and even high-energy hockey programs for teens.

Ice Skating in Indianapolis, Indoor Ice Skating at Arctic Zone
Westfield’s Arctic Zone Iceplex; Photo Credit: Facebook.com/arcticzoneiceplex

Fuel Tank at Fishers

Fuel Tank has public skating sessions every day, plus extra times around the holidays. If you’re looking to get serious about skating, they also offer lessons all year round, starting for kids as young as 3. Whether it’s figure skating or ice hockey, they’ve got classes for every skill level with the USFS Basic Skills program, so you can build confidence on the ice no matter where you’re starting from.

Pop Weaver Youth Pavilion at the Indiana State Fairgrounds and Event Center

The Pop Weaver Youth Pavilion, connected to the Indiana Farmers Coliseum, is a popular spot for skating from September through February. Managed by the Fuel Tank team, it offers public sessions every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, making it a perfect weekend activity during the winter months.

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