Holiday season
Ice skating in Albany
3 rinks for public skating, including seasonal holiday rinks.
Good to know: Public-skate sessions sell out on holiday weekends; check times and book ahead where the rink offers it.
Each listing was checked on an official or first-party page in November 2026. Dates and hours change; confirm before you go.
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Where can I go ice skating in Albany?
Empire State Plaza Ice Rink (seasonal outdoor rink), Swinburne Park Ice Rink (seasonal outdoor rink), Albany County Hockey Facility (year-round rink).
Do I need my own skates?
Most rinks rent skates; public-skate times, prices and holiday hours are on each rink’s page.