2023 Winter Sports: MI Outdoor Ice Skating

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1) The Frankenmuth Ice Rink in Frankenmuth

Skating Rink in Northern Lower Peninsula Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at The Frankenmuth Ice Rink
Fully chilled outdoor rink in the heart of Little Bavaria.

Rates:
All day admission - $10
Season pass - $50
Skate rental - $3
Punch rental pass - $25 (punch card with 10 skate rentals)

Concessions available for purchase

Cards only, no cash.

NOVEMBER & DECEMBER HOURS:

Monday - Thursday: 4PM to 9PM
Friday - Saturday: 11AM to 10PM
Sunday: 11AM to 9PM

JANUARY & FEBRUARY HOURS:

Monday - Thursday: 4PM to 8PM
Friday: 4PM to 9PM
Saturday: 12PM to 9PM
Sunday: 12PM to 8PM

More About The Frankenmuth Ice Rink
The Frankenmuth Ice Rink is a fully chilled, outdoor rink located in the heart of downtown Frankenmuth in Zehnder Park.

At This Destination: Ice Skating

2) Campus Martius Park in Detroit

Skating Rink in Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Campus Martius Park
The rink at Campus Martius Park is the premier family-friendly outdoor skating rink in Michigan and the region.

Situated in the heart of downtown Detroit on Woodward Avenue, the rink offers one of the most beautiful skating experiences in the country.

Rentals available

2025/2026 Winter Hours:
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK AND HOLIDAYS!

November 22 - January 4:
Sunday - Thursday: 11 AM - 10 PM
Friday & Saturday: 11 AM - midnight

January 5 - March 1
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 11 AM - 9 PM
Tuesday: 11 AM - 6 PM
Friday & Saturday: 11 AM - 11 PM
Sunday: Noon - 8 PM

Admission Cost:

Adults (Ages 13-58): $12
Children (Ages 12 and Under): $9
Seniors: $9
Active Military & First responders: $8
Skate Rentals: $6

Tickets available for purchase online or upon arrival

More About Campus Martius Park
The first-ever winner of the prestigious, international Urban Land Institute Urban Open Space Award, Campus Martius Park delivers on its promise to be Detroit’s Gathering Place in the immediate downtown community and for the entire city and region. Detroit's signature public space presents spectacular skyline views in an extraordinary setting.

At This Destination: Ice Skating

3) Downtown Lansing Ice Skating Rink in Lansing

Skating Rink in Central Lower Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Downtown Lansing Ice Skating Rink
Free skate rental available across the street at the Capital Area District Library during open library hours.

Weather permitting

More About Downtown Lansing Ice Skating Rink
The City of Lansing in partnership with the Community Foundation is welcoming a 3,300 sq ft synthetic ice outdoor skating rink. Located in Downtown Lansing at Reutter Park on Capitol Avenue and Kalamazoo Street. Colorful lights, benches, and heaters will surround the rink.

At This Destination: Ice Skating

4) Holland Ice Park in Holland

Skating Rink in Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Holland Ice Park
Tickets for Open Skate times reservations MUST be purchased online in advance.

Open skate:
$10 for 90 minutes (skate rental included)

Monday Closed
Tuesday 5:45 PM - 8:45 PM
Wednesday 5:45 PM - 8:45 PM
Thursday 3:45 PM - 8:00 PM (All Thursdays in 2025 are $5)
Friday 5:45 PM - 9:45 PM
Saturday 11:45 AM - 9:45 PM
Sunday 11:45 AM - 7:45 PM

More About Holland Ice Park
Comprised of a refrigerated ice skating pond, 700 foot skating ribbon, and a separate curling sheet, the Holland Ice Park is a much anticipated addition to the Downtown Holland landscape and the City of Holland as a whole.

At This Destination: Ice Skating

5) South Haven Ice Rink in South Haven

Skating Rink in Central Lower Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at South Haven Ice Rink
The covered outdoor ice rink is equipped with a cooling system that runs polyglycols through coils underneath the ice allowing the ice to remain frozen at a consistent temperature.

The ice is professionally cleaned with a full size ice resurfacer allowing for a great skating surface.

Open November 26 - March 28

Skate Admission: $6
Skate Rental: $6
Season Admission Pass: $70

Check their calendar for daily skate hours

Ice Rink Office Phone: 269-637-0797

More About South Haven Ice Rink
The South Haven Ice Rink offers family fun within a walking distance to all the stores and restaurants of downtown. Enjoy the beauty of a winter night while skating under the seasonal lighting. The South Haven Ice Rink is located downtown South Haven across from City Hall, under the Pavilion. Skate rental available.

At This Destination: Ice Skating

6) City Square Ice Rink in Warren

Skating Rink in Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at City Square Ice Rink
The Warren City Square ice rink is located just north of 12 Mile on Van Dyke in front of Warren City Hall.

Free admission
Rentals $5
Sharpening $5

Hours:
Fridays - 5 PM - 8 PM
Saturdays - 12 PM - 8 PM
Sundays - 12 PM - 7PM

Check out their calendar for special holiday hours

More About City Square Ice Rink
Bring friends and family for some outdoor ice skating

At This Destination: Ice Skating

7) Dodge Park Ice Rink in Sterling Heights

Skating Rink in Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Dodge Park Ice Rink
Special events throughout the season include Glo Nights, Superhero Day, Princess Day, and Sensory Friendly Days

Monday through Thursday: 12 PM - 9 PM
Friday: 12 PM - 10 PM
Saturday: 11 AM – 10 PM
Sunday: 11 AM - 8 PM

Sterling Heights Residents: Free only with valid ID.
Non Sterling Heights Residents: $5 per person.
Skate Rentals: $5
Skate Sharpening: $5

Check the Ice Rink Weather Hotline at 586-446-2711 for up to date information on all days prior to coming to the rink, and especially on days where inclement weather is pending or exists.


Special events -
Glow Stick Nights: 7-9 p.m.
70’s Night: Jan. 3
80”s Night: Jan. 10
90’s Night: Jan. 17
2000’s: Jan. 24
Tropical: Jan. 31

Superhero Day
Saturday, Jan. 10, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Princess Day
Saturday, Feb. 14, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Date Night
Saturday, Feb. 14, 7-9 p.m. Each couple will get a sweet treat, and romance will be in the air!

More About Dodge Park Ice Rink
The refrigerated ice rink will be open when winter weather permits

At This Destination: Ice Skating

8) Rosa Parks Circle in Grand Rapids

Skating Rink in West Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Rosa Parks Circle
The 2025-2026 season begins on December

Adult (18 and over): $6
Youth (17 and under): $3
10-hole punch card: $22 (youth admission = 1 punch, adult admission = 2 punches)
Admission price includes skates.

Skate sharpening $6

Ice balance aids are available.

Open skate hours are weather-dependent. To see if the rink has closed, check our Facebook page, or call the cancellation hotline at 616.456.3699.

90-minute skating sessions with resurfacing between. Skate sessions are open to reservations and walk-up skating.

SUNDAY - THURSDAY

12:00 - 1:30 p.m.
2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
FRIDAY - SATURDAY

10:00-11:30 a.m.
12:00 - 1:30 p.m.
2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
8:00 - 9:30 p.m.
HOLIDAY SESSIONS

Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025

12:00 - 1:30 p.m.
2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025: CLOSED

Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026: Open for regular Thursday skate sessions

More About Rosa Parks Circle
This plaza is located in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. It features an ice skating rink that serves as a public seating/concert space in the warmer months.

At This Destination: Ice Skating

9) Midland City Forest in Midland

Skating Rink in Central Lower Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Midland City Forest
City Forest has one large lighted ice skating rink located directly in front of the chalet.

The rink is lighted daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Skates can be rented at the chalet (during hours of operation).

There is no hockey allowed on this sheet of ice.

Ideal for ice ice skaters of all levels. Skate rental $5/ 2 hours

Rink is weather dependent, check rain line for any cancellations 989-399-0506

More About Midland City Forest
Midland City Forest is a 520-acre city park open year-round. Winter activities include tobogganing, sledding, skiing, ice skating and snowshoeing.

Please call our weather app, Rainout Line, at 989-399-0506 or go online to check the conditions.

At This Destination: Sledding, Tobogganing, Snow Tubing, Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Ice Skating

10) Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville

Skating Rink in Northern Lower Peninsula Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Crystal Mountain
Guests can enjoy a few whirls on our ice skating rink, located in Barr Park right in the heart of Crystal's village.

All guests must obtain a rink pass from the Park at Water's Edge and complete a Winter On-Site Recreation Waiver prior to ice skating.

Ice skates are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the Park at Water's Edge.

Complimentary for houseguests and four seasons guests. Day pass is $5.

Ice Skate Rentals are $12 per hour, per person. Ice Skate Rental includes rink pass.

Check their daily schedule for rink hours.

More About Crystal Mountain
Families love Crystal Mountain Resort in Benzie County.

This 1500 acre golf, ski & spa resort destination is just over a two hour drive from Grand Rapids, MI, or approximately 30 miles southwest of Traverse City, MI.

The skiing is good, the staff is friendly and accommodating, and the amenities consistently provide what families need to relax and have fun together.

If you’re looking for a Northern Michigan family ski vacation, Crystal Mountain should be on your list.

At This Destination: Fat Tire Biking, Downhill Skiing, Snowboard Ski Lessons, Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Snowboarding, Sleigh Rides, Ice Skating, Lodging

11) Bower's Farm Winter Park in Bloomfield Hills

Skating Rink in East Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Bower's Farm Winter Park
No ice skating available for the 2025/2026 season

More About Bower's Farm Winter Park
Bowers School Farm is owned and operated by Bloomfield Hills Schools. With over 93 acres of forest, fields, gardens, and barns, there is always something new to explore.

In the winter you can:
~ Indulge in the comfort foods of the Farmers Kitchen
~ Warm up next to the bonfire
~ Shop the Farm Store
~ Sip on Hot Cocoa and Enjoy Home-Made Cookies
~ Go snow tubing (reservations required)

At This Destination: Snow Tubing, Ice Skating

12) Mt. McSauba Recreation Area in Charlevoix

Skating Rink in Northern Lower Peninsula Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Mt. McSauba Recreation Area
Outdoor skating rink with warming fire!

Weather conditions may impact the condition of the ice.

Call Mt. McSauba Lodge at 231-547-3267 to confirm the rink is open.

Daily Rate: $3, skate rental: $2

Monday: 4 - 8 PM
Tuesday and Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday and Friday: 4 - 8 PM
Saturday: 12 Noon - 8 PM
Sunday: 12 Noon - 6 PM

All days are weather dependent.

More About Mt. McSauba Recreation Area
Rated one of the top three small ski areas in the U.S. by Ski Magazine, Mt. McSauba offers truly affordable family skiing. More than just a ski slope, Mt. McSauba is a winter recreation playground.

There is a skating rink with a warming cabin on the south side, a lighted sledding hill on the north side and behind the towering dune, a cross-country ski trail.

At This Destination: Sledding, Snow Tubing, Downhill Skiing, Snowboard Ski Lessons, Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Snowboarding, Ice Skating

13) Buhr Outdoor Ice Arena in Ann Arbor

Skating Rink in Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Buhr Outdoor Ice Arena
Buhr Park's outdoor ice rink is covered and has a cooled subfloor that allows us to maintain ice even when it is over 60 degrees outside!

Activities include public ice skating, drop-in hockey and rental hours.​

Skate rentals and sharpening are available.

The rink is open for 2025/2026 seasons and the season runs through March 22, weather dependent.

Admission Fee:
​Ages 3 and under FREE with a paid adult
Youth ages 4 to 17 $5
Adult ages 18+ $6
Senior ages 60​+ $5
Skate rental $3

*Skate learners are free. Rental skates are available on a first come first serve basis.

Open Skate Hours:
Monday: 4 - 8 PM
Tuesday and Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday and Friday: 4 - 8 PM
Saturday: 12 Noon - 8 PM
Sunday: 12 Noon - 6 PM


Frosty Fridays happen every other Friday complete with themes and music.

More About Buhr Outdoor Ice Arena
Buhr Park is a 39-acre park serving the south central part of Ann Arbor. The park is open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. year round and features softball diamonds, two tennis courts, play equipment, a basketball court, open field play, a sledding hill, picnic facilities with a grill, an outdoor pool with a family activity pool (open in the spring/summer) and an open-air ice arena (open in the fall/winter).

At This Destination: Sledding, Ice Skating

14) Petoskey Winter Sports Park in Petoskey

Skating Rink in Northern Lower Peninsula Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Petoskey Winter Sports Park
Rink currently closed for ice making, check their website for updates

Outdoor ice rink and hockey rink with free admission and limited skate rental ($7.00 fee) and skate sharpening ($7.00).

PARK HOURS (Weather Pending):
Monday - Friday: 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Noon - 8:00 PM
Petoskey School District snow days and days off: Noon - 8:00 PM

The ice rinks are resurfaced daily.

Eight free high quality ice "scooters" are available to assist those that need some help learning how to ice skate.

Park features a warming house with concessions available for purchase. Also equipped with free internet, large HDTV and board games available for check out.

More About Petoskey Winter Sports Park
Seasonal park with ice rinks, sledding/skiing/snowboarding hills & a warming house with concessions.

At This Destination: Sledding, Downhill Skiing, Snowboarding, Ice Skating

15) Boyne Mountain Ski Resort in Boyne Falls

Skating Rink in Northern Lower Peninsula Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Boyne Mountain Ski Resort
Currently closed, check their website for updates

A maintained ice rink is located outside Stein Eriksen's behind the Clock Tower Lodge and is open daily in the winter season, weather permitting.

Complimentary figure and hockey skates are available in the chalet next to the rink on a first come, first serve basis.

Ice skating is complimentary for resort lodging guests.

More About Boyne Mountain Ski Resort
Boyne Mountain is a favorite when it comes to Michigan ski resorts.

Located in Boyne Falls, this family destination has a lot to offer.

In addition to 60 downhill ski runs on 415 acres of skiable terrain, Boyne Mountain also has other winter activities to keep you busy, like cross country skiing, snowshoeing, fat tire snow biking, and even a winter zipline course.

Beyond that, you'll find fun at Avalanche Bay, Michigan’s largest indoor waterpark, or at their spa.

In the summer, two golf courses, disc golf, lift-serviced mountain biking, and beach activities are a big draw.

At This Destination: Snow Tubing, Fat Tire Biking, Downhill Skiing, Snowboard Ski Lessons, Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Snowboarding, Ice Skating, Lodging

16) Grand Traverse Resort in Acme

Skating Rink in Northern Lower Peninsula Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Grand Traverse Resort
Outdoor rink available some years. Contact resort for current availability.

More About Grand Traverse Resort
Our 900-acre property is located 10 miles northeast of downtown Traverse City and features 3 golf courses, spa, private beach club and more.

At This Destination: Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Ice Skating, Lodging

17) Meridian Skating Rink in Okemos

Skating Rink in Central Lower Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Meridian Skating Rink
Open 7 days a week from dawn until 9 PM

Free admission and limited free skate rental

More About Meridian Skating Rink
The 40’x92’ outdoor artificial ice rink located at the Marketplace on the Green Pavilion.

At This Destination: Ice Skating

18) Muskegon Winter Sports Complex in North Muskegon

Skating Rink in West Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Muskegon Winter Sports Complex
Our rink is built with natural ice (no refrigeration).

The rink is located right beside our lodge, with space for family skating and for playing hockey.

Skate at night too! The ice rink and trail are lighted and open every day from 10:00 am to 9:45 pm, weather permitting.

Our one-of-a-kind ice skating trail takes you on a 1/4 mile figure-eight loop through the white pine forest.

The trail is about 5 feet wide with smooth ice and is lighted every night.

Figure and hockey skate rentals available

Daily Rink Pass $10
Daily Skate Rental $10
Hockey Stick $3
Helmet $1

Rink is currently open, but changes day by day depending on weather. Check back often for latest updates.

More About Muskegon Winter Sports Complex
Muskegon is your place for adventure sports with an ice luge and wheel luge track featuring a 1/4 zip line and several other outdoor recreation sports.

At This Destination: Luge, Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Ice Skating

19) The Homestead in Glen Arbor

Skating Rink in Northern Lower Peninsula Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at The Homestead
Skate rentals are based on a first come, first served basis.

Homestead and Beach Club members are eligible for discounts.

Member Prices:
Child - $8
Youth (6-17) - $10
Adult (18-64) - $12
Senior (65-79) - $10
Super Senior - Free

Non-Member Prices:
Child - $11
Youth (6-17) - $13
Adult (18-64) - $15
Senior (65-79) - $13
Super Senior - Free

Rentals available

More About The Homestead
It may be small when it comes to skiable terrain, but The Homestead (near Sleeping Bear Dunes and situated on Lake Michigan) has one of the best ski resort views in the state.

The Homestead is a beachfront resort offering a wide range of unique lodging choices supported by luxurious facilities designed for romantic getaways, family vacations, weddings, reunions and corporate meetings.

At This Destination: Downhill Skiing, Snowboard Ski Lessons, Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Snowboarding, Ice Skating, Lodging

20) Royce Park in Escanaba

Skating Rink in Upper Peninsula Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Royce Park
closed for 2025/2026 season

More About Royce Park
The City of Escanaba builds and maintains two outdoor neighborhood ice skating rinks at Royce Park and at the Webster School.

At This Destination: Ice Skating

21) Riley Park Ice Rink in Farmington

Skating Rink in Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Riley Park Ice Rink
The 4,800-square-foot refrigerated ice rink can hold up to 50 skaters at a time.

Admission is FREE, but donations are appreciated to help offset the maintenance costs.

The ice rink does not have skate rentals, but does have skates on hand to borrow.

Special events throughout the season.

The Riley Park Ice Rink is open daily, weather permitting.

Rink Hours:
Sunday - Thursday, 10 AM -10 PM
Friday - Saturday, 10 AM -11 PM

More About Riley Park Ice Rink
The Riley Park Ice Rink is a 4,800-square-foot refrigerated rink, located in the heart of Downtown Farmington, opens in mid-December. It turns Riley Park into a Currier and Ives-type setting, making the park an all-season destination. Riley Park is home to the Farmington Farmers & Artisans Market, Rhythmz in Riley Park and the Harvest Moon Celebration.

At This Destination: Ice Skating

22) Bear Creek Nature Park in Rochester

Skating Rink in Michigan

Outdoor Ice Skating at Bear Creek Nature Park
When rink is closed and the no skating sign is permitted, no use of the rink is permitted.

No hockey permitted. Children 12 years old and under must have adult supervision. Children 6 years old and under must wear a helmet.

Hours: 10 AM-5 PM

Call 248-651-4440, ext. 289, to verify rink is open.

More About Bear Creek Nature Park
Oakland Township park. Outdoor ice rink is open daily weather permitting.

At This Destination: Ice Skating