Skating Rinks

McVann-O'Keefe Skating Rink

Name: McVann-O'Keefe Skating Rink
Address: Peabody veterans memorial ice rink, 511 Lowell St, Peabody, MA 01960, Peabody, MA, US
Telephone: (978) 535-2110
Rating: 4.3

★★★★☆ 4.3 (140 reviews)

📍 Peabody veterans memorial ice rink, 511 Lowell St, Peabody, MA 01960

📞 (978) 535-2110

🌐 www.peabodyskating.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	6 AM–10 PM
Tuesday	6 AM–10 PM
Wednesday	6 AM–10 PM
Thursday	6 AM–10 PM
Friday	6 AM–10 PM
Saturday	12–10 PM
Sunday	6 AM–10 PM

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About McVann-O'Keefe Skating Rink

McVann-O'Keefe Skating Rink is a skating rink in Peabody, MA. McVann-O'Keefe Skating Rink offers Bocce on Ice during summer months (July-August), a unique hybrid sport combining bocce and curling that requires no skating ability and allows players to wear regular shoes on ice. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 140 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Ice Skating
Learn to Skate: Yes, 10-week programs $250
Rental: Yes, $10
Pricing: Adults $10, Kids $8-$10, Seniors $5
Special Events: Bocce on Ice (summer weekends)

💡 Did You Know?

⭐McVann-O'Keefe Skating Rink offers Bocce on Ice during summer months (July-August), a unique hybrid sport combining bocce and curling that requires no skating ability and allows players to wear regular shoes on ice
⭐The rink features a popular disco-themed Friday night public skate session (8:15pm-9:30pm) with synchronized lighting effects including disco lights, strobe lights, and flashing lights
⭐The rink operates year-round and maintains ice quality through annual ice resurfacing, providing consistent skating conditions for recreational skaters and ice sport enthusiasts
⭐Birthday party packages accommodate up to 20 children for $200 (1.5 hours) with optional private instruction available at $35 for 30 minutes, offered at specific weekend time slots

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Try the Friday 8:15pm-9:30pm public skate session for a unique experience with disco and strobe lighting - reviewers specifically praised this as 'amazing' and fun
💡Rent skates early in your visit - multiple reviewers noted the rental process is easy and staff are helpful, so you won't have delays getting on the ice
💬Book birthday parties well in advance and pay within 72 hours - at $200 for 1.5 hours with 20 children included, it's a solid value, but advance booking is required
💡Bring your own skates if possible - while rentals are available, some reviewers noted rental skates 'seriously need to be replaced,' suggesting personal skates may be in better condition
💬Check the website calendar before visiting as public skate times are subject to change, but reviewers confirmed the online schedule is always accurate and easy to navigate