National Gallery Sculpture Garden Ice Rink
Ice skating in Washington, Washington, DC • Outdoor skating among landmark sculptures, within walking distance of museums and the National Mall.
National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Ice Rink, Washington, DC, January 2011. Photo: AgnosticPreachersKid (CC BY-SA 3.0), via Wikimedia Commons. Resized from the original; this adapted image is shared under CC BY-SA 3.0.
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The official page currently shows last winter's schedule, not confirmed dates for 2026–27. Check before visiting.
What makes this rink distinctive
Skating in the National Gallery's Sculpture Garden on the National Mall, surrounded by the garden's landmark sculptures. The surrounding blocks are lined with museums, making this a skate stop in the middle of a museum day.
Official tickets and session information
Schedules, prices and closures can change. Check the venue's own site before setting out.
Season status: 2026–27 season details pending.
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