The 17 Best Ice Skating Rinks on Long Island-New York Family

The 17 Best Ice Skating Rinks on Long Island

Long Island has a lot to offer, including ice skating. From adventure parks to winter wonderlands, there are countless family activities to do. One of the best parts of the island is the ice skating rinks. There's a great mix of indoor and outdoor courts, with beautiful views and hot chocolate, perfect for the holidays.

We've rounded up indoor and outdoor skating rinks in Nassau and Suffolk County that offer public skating sessions. Bonus: Going to an ice skating rink on Long Island is a great way to keep the kids active during the winter months!

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Ice Skating in Nassau County

Grant Park Skating Rink – Hewlett

Indoor ice skating rink

1625 Bdwy

516-571-7821

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Enjoy the view of the park as you slide on smooth ice in the open air. Grant Park offers an abundance of skating opportunities for families during the winter and warmer months.

Andrew Stergiopoulos Ice Rink/Parkwood Ice Rink – Big neck

Indoor ice skating rink

Parkwood Sports Complex

65 Arrandale Ave.

516-487-4673

Price: From $9 for adults and $7 for children; Skate rental €5

Part of the Great Neck Park District, this Long Island ice skating rink offers public skating rinks and a skating school for all ages and skill levels. Slide over the slippery ice or enjoy a snack in the on-site café. Free WiFi is available and several skating sessions take place during the week, so be sure to check the website to plan your visit. They also offer a Snow Plow Sam program for toddlers ages 3 to 6, designed to give kids a fun introduction to the world of skating.

Newbridge Arena – Bellmore

Indoor ice skating rink

2600 Newbridge Road

516-783-6181

Price: $13; $10 resident; $8 military, fire, police, volunteer ambulance; Skate rental €6

This Nassau County ice skating rink has been a local favorite for more than 25 years. It is known for its Hot Shots ice hockey league, starring the NYPD and FDNY, and also offers public skating, skating lessons and hockey programs.

Northwell Health Ice Center – Oostweide

Indoor ice skating rink

Merricklaan 200.

516-441-0070

Prices: $16; Skate rental €7

This 165,000-square-foot facility offers public skating rinks and consists of two NHL-sized indoor ice rinks, as well as an outdoor rink that hosts both roller and deck hockey competitions throughout the summer.

Port Washington Skate Center – Port Washington

Indoor ice skating rink

70 Seaview Blvd.

516-484-6800

Price: $18; Skate rental €5.

Enjoy public skating, skating lessons and hockey clinics. There is a Little Ones skating school aimed at 3 to 4 year olds. It provides an introduction to skating using toys and props as learning tools. Camp days are also available during certain school holidays, and they also offer a hockey clinic for adults. More information is available on the website.

Marjorie R. Post Community Park Ice Rink – Massapequa

Outdoor ice rink

Unqua and Merrick Rd.

516-797-7990

Prices: Starting at $7, $4 for ages 2 to 4, veterans offer volunteer firefighters and auxiliary police; Skate rental for $5.

Public sessions are available at this popular community park, which draws many people from surrounding neighborhoods in Massapequa. Other facilities that families and children can enjoy at the park include a playground and basketball, handball, tennis, bocce and volleyball courts.

Syosset-Woodbury Community Park Ice Rink – Syosset

Outdoor ice rink

7800 Jericho Tollway

516-677-5990

Prices: Starting at $7, $4 for ages 2 to 4, veterans offer volunteer firefighters and auxiliary police; Skate rental for $5.

Public sessions are available. Have fun on this outdoor court and enjoy picturesque views of the island.

Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center – Bethpage

Indoor ice skating rink

1001 Stewart Ave.

516-433-7465

Prices: Starting at $7, $4 for ages 2 to 4, veterans offer volunteer firefighters and auxiliary police; Skate rental for $5.

Offers public skating, lessons, figure skating and youth hockey programs and birthday party packages.

Freeport Ice Rink – Freeport

Indoor ice skating rink

130 E. Merrick Rd.

516-377-2314

Prices: $10; Skate rental €4. Resident discounts available.

Public skating, lessons and birthday party packages available at this Nassau County rink. There will also be a public puck shoot session on Friday from 1.15pm to 4.15pm, running through May 27 for all ages. Children under eight years of age are also required to wear safety equipment.

Iceland Long Island – New Hyde Park

Indoor ice skating rink

3345 Hillside Ave.

516-746-1100

Prices: $12; $10 for children 10 and under; Skate rental €6

This Nassau County rink offers public skating, lessons (both group and private), and several hockey programs. There are additional costs associated with paying by card. The rink also offers multiple skating clinics, including a power skating skills camp.

Long Beach Ice Arena – Long beach

Indoor ice skating rink

150 West Bay Dr.

516-705-7385

Prices: $10 for adults; $8 seniors; Skate rental €5

Open year-round, it offers public skating, sticks and puck sessions, youth and adult hockey programs. The Learn to Skate program is a group lesson for children ages 4 and older who are interested in learning to skate for figure skating or hockey.

Skating in Suffolk County

Dix Hills Ice Rink – Dix Hills

Indoor ice skating rink

575 Vanderbilt Pkwy.

631-462-5883

Price: $15 for adults; $10 children, teens and seniors. Resident cards available at special prices. Skate rental €4. $0.50 lockers.

This Long Island skating destination offers year-round public skating, lessons, a pro shop full of skating gear, and more. Set in a picturesque 150-acre park, the facility is designed to resemble a ski lodge that is open and airy, giving it a true rustic feel!

The Rinx – Hauppauge

Indoor ice skating rink

660 Terry Rd.

631-232-3222

Prices: From $13 for adults; $11 children; $6 seniors,

Founded in 1993, the Rinx is open year-round and offers public skating, lessons, day camp, and figure skating and hockey programs.

Do you have a little toddler who is interested in ice skating? There is a preschool academy for children in the age group, with traditional preschool activities, as well as group skating lessons for children aged 3 to 5. Check the website for more information.

The Rinx at Harbourfront Park – Port Jefferson

Outdoor ice rink

Port Jefferson Village Center

101-A E. Bdwy.

631-403-4357

Price: From $13 for adults; $6 seniors; $10 children 11 and under

Enjoy the harbor and scenic outdoor skating in the village of Port Jefferson. Lessons and party packages available.

Buckskill Winter Club – East Hampton

Outdoor ice rink

178 Buckskill Rd.

631-324-2243

Prices: From $27; Day pass: $33. Skate rentals available.

This Suffolk County skating rink caters to the community of the Hamptons and beyond. It offers public skating, private rink rentals, lessons and more. There is a private clubhouse with a snack bar, fireplace, large screen TV and sofas.

Southampton Ice Rink –Southampton

Outdoor, covered ice skating rink

668 Provincieweg 39

631-283-2158

Prices: From $15 for adults, $12 for children

This Suffolk County rink offers public skating, lessons, adult and youth hockey programs, and birthday party packages. The rink, located on the Southampton Golf Range, has a new snack bar with Nathan's hot dogs, fries and sandwiches.

Superior ice rink – Koningspark

Indoor ice skating rink

270 Indian Head Rd.

631-269-3900

Prices: from $10; Friday night $15. Skate rental €5

This Suffolk County ice skating rink has a new, fully equipped gym. Multiple membership packages are available. Team and individual training are also possible.

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