Skating Rinks

Skate @ Canal District Kendall

Name: Skate @ Canal District Kendall
Address: 300 Athenaeum St, Cambridge, MA 02142, Cambridge, MA, US
Telephone: (617) 492-0941
Rating: 4.8

★★★★☆ 4.8 (265 reviews)

📍 300 Athenaeum St, Cambridge, MA 02142

📞 (617) 492-0941

🌐 www.skatekendall.com

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🕐 Hours

Monday	12–5 PM
Tuesday	12–5 PM
Wednesday	12–8 PM
Thursday	12–8 PM
Friday	12–9 PM
Saturday	11 AM–9 PM
Sunday	11 AM–6 PM

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About Skate @ Canal District Kendall

Seasonal outdoor skating rink & cafe. This wintertime attraction features a skating rink for public recreation & lessons, plus a cafe. Features a Figure Skating in Harlem ensemble performance with opportunity for public skaters to skate alongside professional performers after the show. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 265 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Outdoor ice rink
Location: Canal District Kendall, Cambridge
Season: Mid-December to mid-March
Hours: Noon-5pm (M-T), Noon-8pm (W-Th), Noon-9pm (F), 11am-9pm (Sat-Sun)
Programs: Lessons, group outings, private rink rental, skating school

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Features a Figure Skating in Harlem ensemble performance with opportunity for public skaters to skate alongside professional performers after the show
⭐Operates as a seasonal outdoor rink from mid-December through mid-March with extended Friday-Saturday hours until 9pm, making it accessible for evening recreational skating
⭐Offers comprehensive skating programs including learn-to-skate lessons, hockey programs, and figure skating instruction at a single venue
⭐Located in Canal District with validated parking nearby and surrounded by shops and restaurants, making it uniquely integrated into an urban dining and entertainment district

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Bring your own skates to skip rental lines during busy periods. Reviews note that rental queues can get congested during events, but skate-owners get instant access to the ice.
🕐Visit on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday afternoons (Noon-5pm) for the least crowded sessions. These off-peak weekday times offer a more relaxed experience compared to weekend crowds.
💡Take advantage of the heated pavilion to warm up between sessions and the nearby Canal District shops and restaurants for food/drinks without leaving the area. This makes for a full afternoon or evening outing.
💬Purchase a season pass if visiting multiple times—reviews highlight that this rink is reasonably priced, making season passes a good value compared to pay-per-visit admission.
💡Wear warm layers and bring thick socks—outdoor skating in Cambridge's winter conditions requires proper insulation. The heated pavilion helps, but time on the ice will be cold.