Ice Skating in Kansas City
Winter in Kansas City means it’s time to hit the ice! Whether you're a seasoned skater or trying it for the first time, these local ice skating rinks in Kansas City offer fun and festive experiences for the whole family. Some options are seasonal and others offer year-long skating opportunities, hockey lessons, figure skating, and public skate. Check out our top picks for ice skating spots around the city!
Ice Skating in Kansas City: Your Guide to the Best Rinks
1. Ice Pond at Chicken N Pickle - Overland Park
The Ice Pond at Chicken N Pickle in Overland Park offers a unique combination of ice skating and dining. Enjoy skating on the outdoor ice rink and then grab a bite at the restaurant. This is a fun spot for families looking to enjoy both food and ice time together.
Monday – Friday: 4 PM – close || Saturday: 10 AM – close || Sunday: 10 AM – close
Admission: $11 || Children 3 and under free
Skate Rental: $4
5901 W. 135th St. Overland Park, Kansas
2. Independence Community Ice
Independence Community Ice is an affordable local indoor rink that offers public skating sessions and special events throughout the year. During their public skate hours, you can enjoy a winter ice skate. They also offer parties, lessons, hockey, and figure skating.
Check the online calendar for public skating times
Admission: $10 || Child (12 and under) $8 || Senior (55 and older) $8
Skate rentals $5
19100 E. Valley View Pkwy Independence, MO
3. Ice Rink at BluHawk
The brand new, state-of-the-art indoor sports park, BluHawk, is now open in Overland Park! They offer it all: hockey, figure skating, skating lessons, and public skate sessions. The indoor ice rink is light and bright and top quality. Experience the ice rink during public skating all year round!
Check the online calendar for dates and times.
Admission: $12 per person
Skate Rentals: $5
Monday – Thursday: 12:30 – 2:00pm || Friday: 2:00 – 4:00pm | 8:00 – 10:30pm || Saturday: 2:00 – 4:00pm | 8:30 – 10:30pm || Sunday: 2:00 – 4:00pm
16201 Shawnee Drive, Overland Park KS, 66223
4. Ice Terrace at Crown Center
Experience the magic of ice skating at the Ice Terrace at Crown Center in Kansas City! This is the quintessential Kansas City ice skating experience! Nestled in the heart of downtown, this outdoor rink is a local favorite. After skating, explore the nearby Crown Center shops, a visit with Santa at Gingerbread Station, the brand new Hallmark Christmas Experience, LEGOLAND, or restaurants.
Admission: $9 || Children under age 4 free
Skate Rental - $6
Sunday – Thursday, 10 AM – 9 PM || Friday – Saturday, 10 AM – 11PM (November - January)
Sunday, 10 AM - 9 PM || Monday – Thursday, 11 AM – 9 PM || Friday, 11 AM – 10 PM || Saturday, 10 AM – 10 PM (February - March)
Various holiday hours
2425 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO
5. Jingle! Christmas Experience
The Jingle! Christmas Experience is a gorgeous outdoor holiday display with ice skating (additional fee), Santa Claus, children’s activities, ice maze, food and beverage vendors, and more. This limited-time event combines skating with festive activities, lights, and decorations—making it a wonderful experience to gift to your family during the holiday season. This is a pricey event and will get very crowded the closer you get to Christmas, so I recommend going early in the season and beginning your visit during the daytime pricing.
November 22 - December 31
Tickets between $26 - $38
Ice skating is an additional free
1800 Village West Pkwy, Kansas City, KS
6. Kansas City Ice Center and Pavilion - Shawnee
KC Ice Center is known for its indoor hockey teams and ice skating. They offer public skating sessions, freestyle skating sessions, ice hockey leagues, and themed events throughout the season. It’s a great place to skate and socialize all year round!
Admission: $10 || Children under age 4 free
$5 skate rental
19900 Johnson Drive Shawnee, Kansas
7. Line Creek Community Center - Kansas City
Line Creek Community Center features an indoor rink perfect for cold winter days. All are welcome during public skating hours and they also offer hockey and ice skating lessons. This is an underrated Kansas City ice skating rink!
Skate with Santa on December 7! (free admission with a canned good)
Admission: $8
$2 skate rental
Various dates and times
5940 N.W. Waukomis Drive Kansas City, MO
8. Summit Ice - Lee's Summit
For outdoor skating, head to Summit Ice in Lee's Summit. This facility boasts a spacious rink and hosts numerous public skating sessions. It's a great place for families! There patio seating, fire pits, concessions, and restrooms available.
Admission: $12.00 || Children under 3 free
Skate Rental: $4
Discounts for Lee’s Summit residents, early bird pricing, and frequent skater passes
Hours depend on if Lee’s Summit schools are in session.
Opens November 27, 2024 at noon
120 NE Chipman Road, Lee's Summit, MO 64063
9. The Ice at Park Place - Leawood
Located in the Park Place shopping district, The Ice at Park Place is a charming outdoor rink perfect for skaters of all levels. Cozy fire pits are nearby, and the rink is surrounded by a variety of shops and restaurants, making it a fantastic spot for a fun day out. Seasonal events include Skating with The Grinch, Frozen Sisters Skate, and Barbie & Ken Skate. The Ice is also available for group bookings, birthday parties, field trips, and other special events, with options for group discounts and charitable fundraising opportunities.
Open mid-November through March 2
Admission: $11 || Children 3 and under free
Skate Rental: $4
Mon-Thurs: 4 pm – 9 pm || Fri: 4 pm – 10 pm || Sat: 11 am – 10 pm || Sun: 11 am – 9 pm (Holiday hours may vary)
11549 Ash Street Leawood, KS 66211
10. The Rink at Zona Rosa - Kansas City
The Rink at Zona Rosa is ideal for a family outing, located in a popular shopping center with family-friendly restaurants, unique shops, a playground, and festive holiday events. Enjoy themed nights and special events that add a memorable touch to each visit! The Rink offers group rates, skating lessons, birthday party packages, and options for private events.
Open mid-November through February 17, 2025
Admission: $12 || Children age 3 and under free
Skate Rental: $5
Open Skate (While School in Session) Mon – Thurs: 3pm – 9pm || Fri: 3pm – 11pm || Sat: 11am – 11pm || Sun: 11am – 9pm
8731 N Stoddard Avenue Kansas City MO 64153
Ice skating is a fantastic way to enjoy the winter season in Kansas City. With so many rinks to choose from, there’s no excuse not to grab your skates and hit the ice! Gather your family and friends for a memorable skating adventure this winter.
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