Skating Rinks
De Matteis Ice Rink
📍 102 RXR Plaza, Uniondale, NY 11556About De Matteis Ice Rink
De Matteis Ice Rink is a skating rink in Uniondale, NY. De Matteis Ice Rink features a prominent Christmas tree decoration that is lit up during evening sessions, creating a notable seasonal aesthetic that reviewers specifically highlight as a distinguishing feature. Rated 3.6 out of 5 stars by 19 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Ice Skating
- Rental
- Yes, available
- Learn to Skate
- Yes, spacious for beginners
- Best For
- Learning with room to move
💡 Did You Know?
- De Matteis Ice Rink features a prominent Christmas tree decoration that is lit up during evening sessions, creating a notable seasonal aesthetic that reviewers specifically highlight as a distinguishing feature
- The rink is specifically noted for having a spacious skating area that remains not too crowded during sessions, making it particularly well-suited for beginners and those learning new skating skills
- De Matteis Ice Rink operates on a seasonal basis only, with at least one long-time reviewer expressing a wish that it was 'open all winter long,' suggesting limited operating months
💬 What Visitors Say
- Arrive early to get proper skate rental fitting, as the rental skates are older and fit quality matters for comfort and safety
- Visit during off-peak sessions rather than weekends - the rink is notably less crowded than other Long Island rinks, making it ideal for beginners and those learning new skating skills
- Expect a spacious skating area with plenty of room to move around, which is excellent for first-timers and anyone working on skating technique
- Verify session availability by calling ahead before visiting - the rink has had issues with unannounced closures despite online scheduling, so confirm your chosen session is actually open
- Visit during the winter holiday season to see the venue's festive Christmas tree decoration and enjoy the rink's best aesthetic appeal, though note that the rink is seasonal and not open all winter
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