Here Are The Chillest Ice Skating Rinks in Northern Virginia

Nothing says hello winter like breaking out your ice skates from the storage closet. Shake off your summer rust and try out your moves at these ice skating rinks in Northern Virginia.

ARLINGTON

Pentagon Row Outdoor Ice Skating Rink

Open daily, times vary
At 6,840 square feet, the plaza at Pentagon Row claims to be the largest outdoor rink in Northern Virginia and the second largest in the state. After skating, enjoy the rink’s dual-sided stone fireplace, local shopping, and hot chocolate. 1201 S. Joyce St., Arlington

MedStar Capitals Iceplex

Open daily, times vary
The Washington Capitals’ practice facility is open to the public for indoor skating on a jumbo rink. Sign up for skating and ice hockey lessons, play a game of pickup hockey, or enjoy nightly public skates. Reservations are required for all activities. 627 N. Glebe Rd., Ste. 800, Arlington

FAIRFAX

Fairfax Ice Arena

Open daily, times vary
Attend a public skate, book a private lesson, or bring a group to celebrate birthdays and more. The indoor rink is open year-round and welcomes skaters of all skill levels.  3779 Pickett Rd., Fairfax

Mount Vernon RECenter Ice Arena

Open daily, times vary
Get your winter skate on with friends and family at this arena. Bring your own skates, or rent a pair from the arena. Along with free skate, hockey, and ice skating, classes are also offered by skating coaches. 2017 Belle View Blvd., Fairfax

Reston Town Center Pavilion

Open through February 2022, times vary
Take advantage of the annual freezing of the Pavilion floor. The skate rink is open from November through February. Guests will need to make a reservation online before arriving at the rink. 1818 Discovery St., Reston

SkateQuest

Open Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, times vary
Opening back in 1993, SkateQuest offers a variety of activities for skaters of all ages and skill levels. With two available rinks (an NHL-sized rink and an Olympic-sized rink), SkateQuest is able to hold hockey, figure skating and public skating events. 1800 Michael Faraday Ct., Reston

LOUDOUN

Ashburn Ice House

Open daily, times vary
The Ashburn Ice House features a pro-shop for skating merchandise and public skate times. Lessons for general skating, hockey, and figure skating are available. Advance online registration is required for public skate sessions. 21595 Smith Switch Rd., Ashburn

Loudoun Ice Centre

Open daily, times vary
The Loudoun Ice Center is open daily for public skating. This rink features a variety of hockey position lessons and holds birthday parties and events. 22149 Davis Dr., Ste. 155, Sterling

PRINCE WILLIAM

Haymarket IcePlex

Open daily, times vary
Learn to skate with lessons or at public skate nights. The Haymarket IcePlex offers the opportunity to try ice hockey for free for ages 4 to 10. 15155 Washington St., Haymarket

Prince William Ice Center

Open daily, times vary
The Prince William Ice Center offers public skate, a pro-shop for merchandise, and a cafe. When attending a public skate, skaters will be required to have their temperature checked and wear masks if they are unvaccinated. 1580 Dale Blvd., Woodbridge

The Harris Pavilion

Opening in December; open daily, times vary
Enjoy outdoor ice skating at The Harris Pavilion. Lessons are available for visitors ages 5 and up. The rink is open from the middle of November to the beginning of March (weather permitting). Online reservations and touch free payment options are available. 9201 Center St., Manassas

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