Chicago · October 22, 2026
Chicago's McCormick Tribune Ice Rink Returns to Millennium Park in November 2026
The downtown rink by Cloud Gate is scheduled to return November 20, 2026, with free admission and rentals available.
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Original updates from official rink announcements, with source links and practical visitor information.
Washington · October 22, 2026
National Gallery Sculpture Garden Ice Rink Announces November 23 Opening in Washington, DC
Washington, DC's National Gallery Sculpture Garden skating rink returns November 23, 2026, with a planned season through March 7, 2027, weather permitting.
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Hartford · October 19, 2026
Winterfest Hartford Brings Free Ice Skating Back to Bushnell Park on November 27
Winterfest Hartford is back November 27 with free public ice skating and free skate rentals.
Read story →Nashville · October 19, 2026
Nashville Yards Switches to Real Ice for 2026 Holiday Skating Season
Rink Under Broad opens November 21 with real ice, a tree lighting and holiday events.
Read story →California · October 19, 2026
Thousand Oaks Has Two Holiday Ice Rinks for 2026–27: Compare Prices and Dates
The Lakes returns and Ice at The Oaks debuts November 6. Compare skating prices, rental skates and activities.
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Season announcements
Bryant Park’s holiday rink returns for the 2026–27 season
New York visitors can plan for skating, rental options, and extended holiday hours at Winter Village.
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Coastal skating
Beachfront ice skating returns to Hotel del Coronado
Skating by the Sea brings 90-minute sessions and Pacific views back to Coronado for the holidays.
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City skating
Maggie Daley Park Ice Skating Ribbon: 2026–27 Season
Here’s what visitors should know about reservations, rental prices, and free skate opportunities.
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More ice skating guides →Ice Skating Explained
Useful answers to questions that come up before your first holiday rink visit.
How ice rinks work
How is a real ice rink built in a parking lot?
Where the ice comes from, what the chiller does, and why removing heat is the secret.
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Visitor questions
Why do I have to sign a waiver before ice skating?
What rink waivers say, why they're used and why the rules differ by state.
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Going Outdoor Ice Skating in the South?
Warm-weather first-timer checklist: spare gloves, socks and weather planning.
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Skate fitting
How Tight Should Your Rental Ice Skates Be?
Tips for skate sizing, ankle support and comfortable lacing.
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