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. Reservations are required to skate. 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. 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 REC Center 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 2023, 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
Opened 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

Ion International Training Center

Whether you’re looking for something recreational or want to up your skills in the competitive sphere, you can do it at this state-of-the-art facility in Leesburg. From hockey and figure skating to ice dancing and speed skating, you can try it here. If you’re not much of a skater, try your hand at the ever-popular curling class. No pre-registration is required for public skates. 19201 Compass Creek Pkwy. SE, Leesburg

Loudoun Ice Centre

Open daily, times vary
The Loudoun Ice Centre 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, session times vary between one hour and 20 minutes and two hours. 1580 Dale Blvd., Woodbridge

The Harris Pavilion

Open through February; open daily, times vary
Enjoy outdoor ice skating at The Harris Pavilion. Lessons are available for visitors ages 5 and up. Online reservations and touch free payment options are available. 9201 Center St., Manassas

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