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Though the weather continues on a mild streak, it’s now skating season. Outdoor rinks are open and will be through March, in most cases. There are plenty of outdoor and indoor rinks to choose from around Chicagoland, and many are free. Here is a guide to 17 indoor and outdoor rinks where you can lace up those skates.
OUTDOOR
Bobby Hull Community Ice Rink
3400 S. 53rd Ave., Cicero • 708-477-6875 • On the Web
The regulation-sized outdoor rink named for Chicago Blackhawks great Bobby Hull is closed for the time being because of the warm weather. At the opening ceremony of the rink in 2011, Hull said, “This is a great rink for the kids. It will get them off the streets — not only building them physically. Playing hockey is mental and builds character.” Bobby Hull lived in neighboring Berwyn in the 1950s.
- Hours:
Open skate
Monday: 3-8 p.m.
Thursday: 4-8:45 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 4-8:45 p.m. - Admission: $5
- Skate rental: $3
OUTDOOR
Lincoln Park Zoo (Farm-in-the-Zoo area)
2200 N. Cannon Drive • 312-742-2000 • On the Web
The rink is next to the barn, which has refreshments and is a good warm-up spot.
- Open: Through Feb. 28
- Hours: Times fluctuate, opening either at noon or 4 p.m. and closing at 8 p.m. or 10 p.m. Check the rink’s schedule here.
- Holiday hours: Closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
- Admission: $5 (20-visit pass available for $85)
- Skate rental: $5
- Lockers: $1 for small locker. Larger, open-air lockers are free if you bring your own lock (a $5 lock rental is also available).
OUTDOOR
Maggie Daley Park skating ribbon
337 E. Randolph St. • 312-552-3000 • On the Web
The skating ribbon at Maggie Daley Park is in its second season. The quarter-mile loop is as wide as a road in parts, with railings on both sides, and has small rolling hills. It can accommodate 700 skaters.
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Hours:
Monday to Thursday: Noon-8 p.m.
Friday: Noon-10 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. (closes at 9 p.m. after Jan. 2)
Sunday: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. - Holiday hours: Open on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
- Admission: Free
- Skate rental: $12
- Lockers: $2
OUTDOOR
The Chicago Wolves Ice Rink at MB Financial Park
5501 Park Place, Rosemont • 847-349-5008 • On the Web
Located at MB Financial Park, the NHL-sized outdoor rink is in its fourth year. Parking, located between Bryn Mawr and Balmoral avenues, is free with validation from one of the nearby restaurants. The park also has a two-story tubing hill.
- Open: Through Feb. 28
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Hours through Dec. 19:
Monday to Thursday: 4-9 p.m.
Friday: 4-11 p.m.
Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Dec. 20 to Jan. 3, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. - Holiday hours: Christmas Eve, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Christmas Day, 4-11 p.m.; New Year’s Eve, 11-1 a.m.
- Admission: Free
- Skate rental: $8
- Lockers: None
INDOOR
McFetridge Sports Center
3843 N. California Ave. • 773-478-2609 • On the Web
The indoor rink near Irving Park Road and California Avenue has seats for 1,200 spectators.
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Hours:
Open skate (all ages)
Friday: 3:30-4:45 p.m.
Saturday: 4:40-6:10 p.m.
Sunday: 4:30-6 p.m.
Adult-only open skate (18 and older. Monday, Wednesday and Friday for figure skaters only; Tuesday and Thursday for hockey and speed skaters only): Noon-1:30 p.m. -
Holiday hours:
Christmas Eve: Noon-1:30 p.m.
Christmas Day: Closed
New Year’s Eve: Noon-1:30 p.m.
New Year’s Day: Closed -
Admission:
Adults, $5
Under 12, $4
Seniors, $2 - Skate rental: $3
OUTDOOR
McKinley Park
2210 W. Pershing Road • 312-747-5992 • On the Web
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On Pershing Road and Western Avenue, McKinley Park hosts one of nearly 10 outdoor rinks throughout the city. In addition to open skate, there are lessons and rink time for hockey.
- Open: Through the end of February, weather permitting.
- Hours: Schedules are subject to change (check the rink’s weekly schedules under the facilities tab on the park website for the most up-to-date times).
- Holiday hours: Closed on Christmas Day
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Admission:
Adults, $4 ($8 with skate rental)
Age 17 and under, free
Seniors and military, $2 - Skate rental: $6 all ages
OUTDOOR
Midway Plaisance
1130 Midway Plaisance North • 312-745-2470 • On the Web
The rink is on the Midway Plaisance between Woodlawn and Ellis avenues. The facility has a warming center and range of skating activities.
- Open: Through the end of February, weather permitting.
- Hours: Schedules are subject to change (check the rink’s weekly schedules under the facilities tab on the park website for the most up-to-date times).
- Holiday hours: Closed on Christmas Day
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Admission:
Adults, $4 ($8 with skate rental)
Age 17 and under, free
Seniors and military, $2 - Skate rental: $6 all ages
OUTDOOR
McCormick Tribune Ice Rink at Millennium Park
201 E. Randolph St. • 312-742-5224 • On the Web
The outdoor rink, steps down from The Bean, has drawn more than 100,000 skaters annually, according to the city. The facility also offers workouts and skating lessons before the park opens on weekends. The Park Grill is right next to the rink.
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Hours:
Monday-Thursday: Noon-8 p.m.
Friday: Noon-10 p.m.
Saturday (through Jan. 8): 10 a.m.-10 p.m.Saturday (Jan. 9-March 5): 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
- Holiday hours: Open on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
- Admission: Free
- Skate rental: $12
- Lockers: $1
INDOOR
Morgan Park Sports Center
11505 S. Western Ave. • 773-840-4622 • On the Web
The indoor, NHL-sized rink offers programs year-round, including open skate for all ages and sessions for adults only. The facility is at Western Avenue and 115th Street.
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Hours:
Open skate (all ages)
Saturday: 4:30-5:50 p.m.
Sunday: 3:30-4:50 p.m.
Adult-only open skate (18 and older): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, noon-1:30 p.m. -
Admission:
Adults, $5
Under 12, $4
Seniors, $2 - Skate rental: $3
OUTDOOR
Navy Pier Winter WonderFest
600 E. Grand Ave. • 312-595-7437 • On the Web
The ticket to the Navy Pier festival includes access to 24 rides in addition to skating. A less expensive, general admission ticket doesn’t include skating.
- Open: Through Jan. 7
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Hours:
Sunday-Thursday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. (Dec. 5-31), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Jan. 4-7)
Friday-Saturday: 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Dec. 7 and 24: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. - Holiday hours: Closed on Christmas Day
- Admission: Requires activity ticket, $23 (on the Web), $25 (walk-up)
- Skate rental: Included
- Lockers: $7 standard, $10 extra-large, $15 jumbo
OUTDOOR
Peninsula Hotel Sky Rink
108 E. Superior St. • 312-337-2888 • On the Web
This outdoor rink is only available to hotel guests but worth a charitable mention. The rink sits four stories above Michigan Avenue at the luxury Peninsula Hotel.
- Open: Through early March
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Hours:
Monday through Thursday: 4-8 p.m.
Friday: 3-9 p.m.
Saturday: Noon-9 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. -
Admission: Suggested donation
Adults, $15
Children 12 and under, $10
Skating fees are donated to two Chicago children’s charities
OUTDOOR
Riis Park
6100 W. Fullerton Ave. • 312-746-5735 • On the Web
The rink is in Riis Park, at Fullerton and Narragansett avenues in the Belmont Cragin neighborhood. The rink features lessons and hockey.
- Open: Through the end of February, weather permitting.
- Hours: Schedules are subject to change (check the rink’s weekly schedules under the facilities tab on the park website for the most up-to-date times).
- Holiday hours: Closed on Christmas Day
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Admission:
Adults, $4 ($8 with skate rental)
Age 17 and under, free
Seniors and military, $2 - Skate rental: $6 all ages
OUTDOOR
Rowan Park
11546 S. Ave. L • 773-646-1967 • On the Web
On 114th Street near the Indiana state line in the East Side neighborhood, Rowan Park features the rink as well as Winter Wonderland during winter months.
- Open: Through the end of February, weather permitting.
- Hours: Schedules are subject to change (check the rink’s weekly schedules under the facilities tab on the park website for the most up-to-date times).
- Holiday hours: Closed on Christmas Day
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Admission:
Adults, $4 ($8 with skate rental)
Age 17 and under, free
Seniors and military, $2 - Skate rental: $6 all ages
INDOOR
Skatium Ice Arena
9340 Weber Park Place, Skokie • 847-674-1500, ext. 2900 • On the Web
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The Skatium rink is open for skating year-round and has a full range of lessons available. In addition to the full-sized rink, a smaller rink is available for private events. Check out the facility and an interactive 3-D tour here.
- Open: Through April 29
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Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 10:15 a.m.-1 p.m.
Thursday: 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m.
Saturday: 2:10-3:40 p.m., 6-7:30 p.m.
Sunday: 2:30-3:45 p.m. - Holiday hours: Closed on Christmas Day
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Admission:
Adults, $5.50
Children, $4.50 - Skate rental: $3
- Lockers: Coin operated
OUTDOOR
Warren Park
6601 N. Western Ave. • 773-761-8663 • On the Web
At Western Avenue and Pratt Boulevard in West Rogers Park, Warren Park’s rink has restrooms and a warming house.
- Open: Through end of February, weather permitting.
- Hours: Schedules are subject to change (check the rink’s weekly schedules under the facilities tab on the park website for the most up-to-date times).
- Holiday hours: Closed on Christmas Day
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Admission:
Adults, $4 ($8 with skate rental)
Age 17 and under, free
Seniors and military, $2 - Skate rental: $6 all ages
OUTDOOR
Wentworth Park
5625 S. Mobile Ave. • 312-805-3936 • On the Web
On Narragansett Avenue and 56th Street west of Midway, Wentworth Park recently added the ice rink. The rink features lessons and hockey activities.
- Open: Through the end of February, weather permitting.
- Hours: Schedules are subject to change (check the rink’s weekly schedules under the facilities tab on the park website for the most up-to-date times).
- Holiday hours: Closed on Christmas Day
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Admission:
Adults, $4 ($8 with skate rental)
Age 17 and under, free
Seniors and military, $2 - Skate rental: $6 all ages
OUTDOOR
Wicker Park
1425 N. Damen Ave. • Updates on Wicker ICE Facebook page
This is the first year for the 60-by 120-foot outdoor rink next to the Wicker Park fountain. The rink is not refrigerated, and the ice is not yet fully frozen. Temperatures need to be 30 degrees or less during the day and 20 degrees at night. The rink has 4-foot walls surrounding it, with two gates. Skaters can warm up or use restrooms in the field house. The rink is maintained by volunteers. More than $31,000 was raised through gofundme.com donations to open the park.
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Hours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m., daily
A schedule of specific times for free skate and for hockey will be updated soon. - Holiday hours: Closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
- Admission: Free
- Skate rental: None available
- Lockers: None available
Sources: City of Chicago, Chicago Park District, Lincoln Park Zoo, Skokie Park District, The Penninsula Chicago, Bobby Hull Community Ice Rink, Wicker ICE committee, gofundme.com
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