1 / 6
Location
Parking
Sparse parking available
Visitor tip
Arrive early to allow extra time for skate rental fitting, as this is a critical step and the venue gets busy during peak times
Visitor tip
Bring warm socks and layers—multiple reviews mention the facility has no heat in winter and limited warming areas, making proper clothing essential for comfort
Quick Facts
- Type
- Ice Skating
- Lessons
- Yes, skating classes & coaching
- Programs
- Hockey, figure skating, Syncro
- Ice Quality
- Consistently best in area
- Parking
- Limited availability
What visitors say
Wow. From the outside it looks like a factory. You would never know it's an ice arena. Parking is sparce. Step inside to a small lobby that smells old. No concessions. This place is bare bones. No water fountain to fill your…
I have not gone ice skating in a long time. It was nice and the ice was well maintained
My daughter has been skating here for years and my son just started skating lessons. The staff is great, and the coaches especially are excellent. The skate shop is top notch as well. I don't skate myself, but my daughter tells me they…
From 86 Google reviews Read all reviews
Did You Know?
- The rink is known for having the consistently best ice quality in the area according to skaters who have trained there for years
- The Syncro program at Downers Grove Icearena is highly rated and noted for exceptional statistics in synchronized skating
- The rink has an unusually industrial exterior appearance that looks like a factory from the outside, making its purpose as an ice arena not immediately apparent
More Family Fun Nearby
Other venues within driving distance:
Own this venue? Stand out from the competition.
Skating Rinks listings that are Featured get seen first by thousands of families every month.
- Priority placement in search
- Photo gallery showcase
- Insider tips from visitors
- Highlighted in dedicated featured section