Skating Rinks

Millennium Park Ice Rink

★★★★☆ 4.2 (437 reviews)

📍 11 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60602

🌐 www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/millennium_park10.html

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🕐 Hours

Monday	11 AM–10:30 PM
Tuesday	11 AM–10:30 PM
Wednesday	11 AM–10:30 PM
Thursday	11 AM–10:30 PM
Friday	11 AM–10:30 PM
Saturday	11 AM–10:30 PM
Sunday	11 AM–10:30 PM

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About Millennium Park Ice Rink

Millennium Park Ice Rink is a skating rink in Chicago, IL. Free admission during morning hours (11 a.m. - 1 p.m.) for skaters with their own skates, making it one of the most accessible outdoor rinks for budget-conscious skaters. Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 437 visitors.

Quick Facts

Location: Millennium Park, Chicago
Admission: Free
Hours: Daily 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Season: Nov 21, 2025 - Feb 1, 2026
Lessons: Free skating lessons, Saturday & Sunday 9-10 a.m.
Skate Rental: Free for lessons

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Free admission during morning hours (11 a.m. - 1 p.m.) for skaters with their own skates, making it one of the most accessible outdoor rinks for budget-conscious skaters
⭐Wheelchair accessibility extends onto the ice itself with power and manual wheelchairs allowed with a skater escort, a notable inclusive feature for outdoor skating venues
⭐Located in Millennium Park with iconic views of the Bean and Chicago skyline, making it a destination rink where scenic cityscape views are integral to the skating experience
⭐Staff control the skating rink's music playlist, making the soundtrack selection a notable variable in the visitor experience that reviewers specifically mention

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Bring your own skates to save money: free admission 11am-1pm, or $5 entry fee 1pm-10:30pm. Rental skates are worn out and pose injury risks according to visitors.
🕐Arrive by 8:45 a.m. if attending a lesson to allow time for preparation. Plan ahead as this is a popular downtown location.
💬The rental skates have broken laces and maintenance issues—strongly consider bringing your own skates. If you must rent, inspect them thoroughly before skating.
💡Helmets are strongly encouraged for beginner skaters. Combine this with good footwear (bring quality socks) since rental equipment quality is unreliable.
💡Check Millennium Park's Facebook page before visiting for weather-related closures, especially important given the outdoor venue and Chicago winter conditions.