Skating Rinks

Empire State Plaza Ice Rink

Name: Empire State Plaza Ice Rink
Address: Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12210, Albany, NY, US
Telephone: (518) 473-6299
Rating: 4.6

★★★★☆ 4.6 (353 reviews)

📍 Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12210

📞 (518) 473-6299

🌐 empirestateplaza.ny.gov/ice-rink

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	10 AM–1:30 PM, 2:30–6 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–1:30 PM, 2:30–6 PM
Thursday	10 AM–1:30 PM, 2:30–6 PM
Friday	10 AM–1:30 PM, 2:30–6 PM
Saturday	10 AM–12 PM, 1–3 PM, 4–6 PM
Sunday	10 AM–12 PM, 1–3 PM, 4–6 PM

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About Empire State Plaza Ice Rink

Empire State Plaza Ice Rink is a skating rink in Albany, NY. Empire State Plaza Ice Rink offers free skate rental on Saturdays, making it one of the most affordable skating options in the region. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 353 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Ice Skating
Admission: Free
Skate Rental: Yes, $5
Hours: 10am-12pm, 1pm-3pm, 4pm-6pm daily (closed Mondays)
Season: November through March 8

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Empire State Plaza Ice Rink offers free skate rental on Saturdays, making it one of the most affordable skating options in the region
⭐The rink is completely free to enter with admission, charging only $5 for skate rentals (except Saturdays) and 25¢ for locker rentals, making it highly accessible to the public
⭐The outdoor rink features a glass pavilion with refreshments adjacent to the skating surface, providing weather protection while maintaining the outdoor experience
⭐The rink maintains skate rental inventory ranging from child size 8 to adult size 15, accommodating a wide age and size range of skaters

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Visit on Saturday for free skate rentals instead of paying $5, making it the most economical day to skate at Empire State Plaza.
💡Bring quarters for the locker rentals (25¢ each) to store your shoes and belongings while skating, as this is a common need visitors mention.
💡Arrive early on weekends or popular times to secure a spot at the picnic tables near the rink, which provide seating while you wait for ice maintenance breaks.
💡Dress in warm layers and note that warming stations are available but may not be fully effective during windy conditions—plan accordingly with extra warm clothing.
💡Check the rink's Facebook or Instagram page and opt-in for text notifications by texting 'ESPICE' to 888777 before visiting, as hours are subject to weather conditions and special events like food trucks vary by visit.