Ice Skating in Ohio

Whether you are looking for outdoor ice skating in Ohio, public ice skating in Ohio, or hockey rinks in Ohio we have got you covered. Read on to see the best 20+ ice skating rinks in Ohio.

Ohio is full of outdoor ice skating, indoor ice skating and hockey rinks. So matter what type of ice time you are looking for chances are you can find it in your area! Some of the ice rinks we have gathered here are seasonal. Be sure to check the business’s websites for official operating hours.

Did we miss an ice rink? Send us an email with the information and we will add it to our post! Email us here.

Map of Local Ice Skating Rinks

Map Key: Red Ice Skate = Outdoor Ice Skating Near Me
Blue Ice Skate = Indoor Ice Skating Near Me

Outdoor Ice Skating in Ohio

When it comes to outdoor ice skating in Ohio many of the outdoor ice skating options will not open until the weather has settled into a consistent pattern of cold. They have to keep that ice frozen after all. When it comes to the outdoor ice skating rinks in Ohio, be sure to double-check website times and call ahead to make sure they are open. As we know, Ohio weather can change quite quickly!

Remember, safety first. DO NOT skate on any ponds that have signs up saying the pond is closed or not to skate.

Coffman Park

Hours vary for this outdoor ice skating rink. It is a park in Dublin, run by the city. Typically it is open on weekdays after school starting at 3 pm and open most weekends from 10 am to 8 pm. There are restrooms available on-site, but there is no skate rental. You will need to bring your own ice skates. There are generally signs posted with open hours at the pond, but you can also check the City of Dublin’s website or give them a call.

• Address: 5200 Emerald Parkway, Dublin, Ohio 43016
• Phone: 614-410-4700

Orange Township Glen Oak Park

This outdoor ice skating pond is located at Glen Oak Park in Lewis Center. The pond is less than 2 feet deep and is monitored regularly for ice thickness and safety. The pond was designed specifically for ice skating. There are restrooms located within the park, but no skate rental, you will need to bring your own ice skates.

• Address: 7126 Blue Holly Drive, Lewis Center, Ohio 43035
• Phone: 740-548-5430

Blendon Woods

Blendon Woods is part of the Columbus Metro Parks. It has an outdoor ice skating option. This particular outdoor ice skating rink is about 1 foot deep and about half an acre. You can scout out the pond during the summer (it is dry). There are restrooms located within the metro park, but no skate rental, you will need to bring your own ice skates.

Check out our article about Blendon Woods!

• Address: 4265 East Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43017
• Phone: 614-620-1861 | Website

Battelle Darby Creek

This is another amazing metro park that offers great outdoor activities all year round. This outdoor ice skating pond is about 16 inches deep and half an acre in size. There are restrooms located within the metro park, but no skate rental, you will need to bring your own ice skates.

• Address: 3711 Gardner Road, Georgesville, Ohio 43123
• Phone: 614-370-6254 | Website

Delaware State Park

This Ohio State Park, offers several winter activities depending on weather conditions, not only can you enjoy outdoor ice skating here, but also ice fishing, sledding, and cross-country skiing! There are restrooms located within the state park, but no skate rental, you will need to bring your own ice skates.

• Address: 5202 US Route 23 North, Delaware, Ohio 43015
• Phone: 614-265-6561 | Website

Obetz Ice Rink

The Obetz Ice Rink which is sometimes called, Lancaster Park Ice Rink is open during the colder months but for RESIDENTS ONLY. You must bring proof of residency. Residency is strictly enforced. The cost is free, but there are time limits.

• Address: 4390 Lancaster Ave, Obetz, Ohio 43207
• Phone: 614-491-1080 | Website

Winterfest at Market Square

The outdoor ice skating rink is open during the Winterfest celebrations in Portsmouth from mid-November to the end of December each year. You can enjoy the ice skating and the wonderland of festive lights, along with all the other activities available at this festival.

• Address: Market Square, Portsmouth, Ohio 45662
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

Hall of Fame City Ice Rink

This is a seasonal outdoor ice skating rink. Skate rental is available.

• Address: 215 W. Tuscarawas St., Courthouse Plaza, Canton, Ohio 44702
• Phone: 330-438-4307 | Website

Lock 3

This is an outdoor ice skating rink in Akron. It has public skating hours on their website. They have skate rental or you can bring your own.

• Address: 200 S Main St, Akron, Ohio 44308
• Phone: 330-375-2877 | Website

Dayton’s Five Rivers MetroParks

Dayton Metro Parks offers outdoor ice skating under the pavilion. There are snacks available for purchase along with skate rental.

• Address: 272 E. Monument Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45402
• Phone: 937-278-2607 | Website

Jewish Community Center of Youngstown Winter Campus

This is a synthetic public ice skating rink (minus the ice) So it does not require freezing temperatures to use it! Skating is FREE but there is a charge for skate rental if you do not have your own skates.

• Address: 505 Gypsy Ln., Youngstown, Ohio 44504
• Phone: 330-746-3251 | Website

Cleveland Ice Skating Rink

This outdoor ice skating rink generally opens at the start of January. Be sure to check the website for more details.

• Address: 3 Public Square, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
• Phone: 216-503-8103 | Website

Cuyahoga Falls Ice Skating Rink

This outdoor ice rink is located in downtown Cuyahoga Falls near the Pavilion and Amphitheater. This outdoor ice skating rink generally opens at the end of November. It is FREE to skate and they do have skate rental. Metered parking is available.

• Address: 2085 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44221
• Phone: 330-971-8100 | Website

The Ribbon At Glass City MetroPark

The Ribbon is refrigerated in winter to provide nearly 20,000 square feet of ice skating surface, including a 5,000-square-foot ice skating rink called The Pond that is suitable for beginning skaters and events!

• Address: 1521 Front St., Toledo, Ohio 43605
• Phone: 419-407-9717 | Website

Indoor Ice Skating Rinks

Ohio has a large variety of indoor ice skating rinks. Almost all of the Ohio indoor ice skating rinks offer public skating. If you are looking for Ohio hockey rinks, see the section below this, however, many of the indoor ice skating rinks listed here are also hockey rinks. You may see the facility listed in each section.

OhioHealth Chiller

The Chiller has indoor ice skating and hockey rinks in several locations in Ohio. They are open year-round. Check the website for hours and admission information.

Deep Freeze Ice Arena

This indoor ice arena is unique because it is an Olympic-sized rink. This indoor ice rink offers public skating as well as ice skating lessons and hockey.

• Address: 360 McClurg Road, Boardman, Ohio 44512
• Phone: 330-953-3104 | Website

Gilmour Academy Ice Arena

Gilmour Academy Ice Arena is an indoor ice rink that offers public ice skating (indoors) as well as figure skating lessons and hockey.** Public ice skating was canceled for the 2020 season due to covid please check the website for updates.

• Address: 2045 SOM Center Road, Gates Mills, Ohio 44040
• Phone: 440-473-8153 | Website

Winterhurst Ice Arena

Winterhurst Ice Arena has been under new management since June 2023. They have two indoor rinks with schedules for learning to skate, open skate, and more. There are also both national and local ice skating competitions held here.

• Address: 14740 Lakewood Heights Blvd, Lakewood, Ohio 44107
• Phone: 216-529-4400 | Website | Facebook | Instagram

Kent State Ice Arena

This is an indoor ice skating rink that offers public ice skating, ice skating lessons, and hockey.

• Address: 650 Loop Rd., Kent, Ohio 44240
• Phone: 330-672-7465 | Website

Lou and Gibb Reese Ice Arena

This is a reader addition! Thank you to @52HikesInOhio for letting us know about this one! This ice arena has figure skating and ice hockey available. They also have broomball!

• Address: 936 Sharon Valley Rd Newark, Ohio 43055
• Phone: 740-349-6784 | Website

Hockey Rinks in Ohio

Below you will find listings of Hockey Rinks in Ohio. Some of the hockey rinks may be doubled up with the listing for Public Ice Skating in Ohio as they offer both indoor ice skating for the public and hockey.

The Ohio State University Ice Rink

Here there is an open public indoor ice skating hour. This facility has ice skate rental.

• Address: 390 Woody Hayes Dr, Columbus, Ohio 43210
• Phone: 614-292-4154 | Website

Lou & Gibb Reese Ice Arena

This indoor ice skating rink offers “learn how to skate” lessons, public indoor ice skating, indoor hockey rink, and more. This facility has skate rental.

• Address: 936 Sharon Valley Rd, Newark, Ohio 43055
• Phone: 740-349-6784 | Website

OhioHealth Chiller

The Chiller has indoor ice skating and hockey rinks in several locations in Ohio. They are open year-round. Check the website for hours and admission information.

Kent State Ice Arena

This is an indoor ice skating rink that offers public ice skating, ice skating lessons, as well as hockey.

• Address: 650 Loop Rd., Kent, Ohio 44240
• Phone: 330-672-7465 | Website

Winterhurst Ice Arena

Here you can learn to play ice hockey or simply ice skate. They have hockey drop-ins and also open skates. There are also professional games played at this arena.

• Address: 14740 Lakewood Heights Blvd, Lakewood, Ohio 44107
• Phone: 216-529-4400 | Website | Facebook | Instagram

Deep Freeze Ice Arena

This indoor ice arena is unique because it is an Olympic-sized rink. This indoor ice rink offers public skating as well as ice skating lessons and hockey.

• Address: 360 McClurg Road, Boardman, Ohio 44512
• Phone: 330-953-3104 | Website

Gilmour Academy Ice Arena

Gilmour Academy Ice Arena is an indoor ice rink that offers public ice skating (indoors) as well as figure skating lessons and hockey.** Public ice skating was canceled for the 2020 season due to covid please check the website for updates.

• Address: 2045 SOM Center Road, Gates Mills, Ohio 44040
• Phone: 440-473-8153 | Website

It was a lot of fun. We went for my daughter’s birthday. Employees were friendly the other guest were polite to one another. Was a nice rink for the price. Good night of family fun together.

Michele Pixley (Google)