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ICE

Green Mountain Energy presents Ice at Discovery Green

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Glide beneath the glittering lights of downtown Houston and discover the holiday magic on Green Mountain Energy presents Ice at Discovery Green! 

  • Skaters must sign a waiver online after purchasing tickets. E-tickets will not be sent until the waiver is completed.
  • All skaters must have pre-purchased ticket to enter the venue. (Skating guests under the age of 12 may have a parent or guardian accompany them.)
  • Tickets are available online only. Please purchase a ticket before paying for parking. 

Have questions about the ice rink?

We have answers at discoverygreen.com/ice-faq.

Hours of operations

Hours of Operation  

Monday – Thursday 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. 

Fridays 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.

Saturday & HISD School Holidays* 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. 

Sunday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. 

Martin Luther King Day (Jan. 19) 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.  

*HISD School Holidays are (Nov. 24 – 28; Dec. 22 – 31; Jan. 1-5 & 19; Feb 13 & 16)

Please note: Bumper Cars on Ice is open Jan 2 through Feb 16. Monday – Thursday from 6 – 10 pm, Fridays from 6 – 11 pm and Sundays from 6 – 8 pm. 

The ice rink remains open during these hours with a slightly smaller skate area. 

Tickets

Regular Admissions:
Inclusive Skating:

$18 plus tax (includes skates, for 75 minutes).

PLEASE NOTE: All tickets with the exception of inclusive skater nights must be purchased online. Tickets for general admission will not be available for purchase at the ice rink will-call window. Inclusive Skater night tickets however will be available for purchase at the window the night of. Bumper Car tickets can be purchased here. 

Sales support the Discovery Green Conservancy. Thank you! 

Non-motorized wheelchairs are always welcome on the rink. Guests in wheelchairs are asked to bring a responsible adult to accompany them. On Special Skaters Sunday Nights, the rink is reserved for skaters with special physical or developmental challenges to enjoy the rink. For more information visit discoverygreen.com/inclusiveskaters

Ticket sales support Discovery Green Conservancy, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that depends on the generosity of park visitors and other friends to maintain the park and to fund free events held here every year.

The ice rink may be closed or delayed at times due to weather conditions. Check www.discoverygreen.com for closures and other delays. Guests holding tickets will be notified via email and their tickets refunded if weather closures are necessary at their reserved times.

Green Mountain Energy Discounts
Employees and customers receive $2 discount. Proof of current billing or employee identification required for entry.

HAR.com Discounts
Customers and employees receive $2 discount. Proof of customer card, billing or employee identification required for entry.

First responders & Military
Receive $2 discount for up to 5 people; must show valid I.D.

Bumper Cars on Ice!

Friday, January 2 – Monday, February 16

Slip, slide, spin and crash with Bumper Cars on Ice at Discovery Green. This timeless amusement ride gets an updated twist at Houston’s only outdoor ice-skating rink. No license or experience needed to drive! Tickets are $20 plus tax for a seven-minute ride. Children must be taller than 42 inches to ride. 

EVENTS:

DJ Skate Night Saturdays

Saturdays, 7 – 10 pm.

November 29: Todays Pop Hits.

December 13: Old School Reggaeton.

January 17: R&B on Ice.

February 14: Love Songs.

A DJ will bring the party while you and your friends enjoy skating on the ice.

Skating with the Stars

Tuesdays, 7 – 7:15pm: Nov 25, Dec 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30.

Sundays, 6 – 6:15 pm; Nov 23 & 30, Dec 7, 14, 21 & 28. 

Houston’s top figure skaters perform demonstrations. Get inspired by what’s possible when you practice on Green Mountain Energy presents Ice at Discovery Green!

Skating with Santa!

Saturdays, 4 – 5 pm; Nov 29, Dec 6, 13, & 20.

Children of all ages are invited to visit with a Santa Claus of different backgrounds.

Cheap Skate Night Mondays

Mondays, 5 – 10 pm; Dec 1, 8 & 15, Jan 12 & 26, Feb 2 & 9.

On select Mondays this winter, glide around Green Mountain Energy presents Ice at Discovery Green for just $9 plus tax per person (includes skate rental).

Inclusive Skaters Night

Tuesday. Jan 13; 5 – 8 pm.

A welcoming environment for skaters with special physical or developmental disabilities to enjoy the rink. Guests with special needs skate for free. Guests in non-motorized wheelchairs require a responsible adult to accompany them. Ice rink will close to the public at 5 pm in partnership with Family to Family Network and BEE Abled. PLEASE NOTE: Tickets for inclusive skater night will be available at the skate shack window. Learn more at discoverygreen.com/inclusiveskaters.

Wine Down Wednesdays 

Wednesdays, 5 – 10 pm; Dec 3, 10 & 17, Jan 7, 14, 21 & 28, Feb 4 & 11.

Skating is better with a friend! Enjoy two tickets for Green Mountain Energy presents Ice at Discovery Green for $26. When you’re done, wine down at the rink by showing your wristband at The Grove Market and Provisions to enjoy a discounted glass or bottle of wine. 

Kids Skate – Free Thursdays

Thursdays, 5 – 10 pm; Dec 4, 11& 18, Jan 8, 15, 22 & 29, Feb 5 &12.

With the purchase of one adult ticket, two kids ages 10 and under skate for free at Green Mountain Energy presents Ice at Discovery Green.  

Galentine’s Day

Friday, Feb 13; 5 – 11 pm

Grab a girlfriend and take her for a spin at Green Mountain Energy presents Ice at Discovery Green. Relationships come and go, but your friends are for life.  

Valentine’s Day

Saturday, Feb 14; 11 am – 11 pm

Green Mountain Energy presents Ice at Discovery Green is the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day. Glide hand-in-hand beneath the glittering lights of the city for a date that’s both playful and romantic. Whether you’ve known each other forever, or have just started dating, the rink gives you every opportunity to get a little closer while having tons of fun.  

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Skating Rink

Ice Rink Events, a Houston-based designer, manufacturer, installer, and operator of ice rinks around the globe, transforms Kinder Lake’s model boat basin into a holiday skating destination each winter season at the park. The expanded rink uses equipment that runs on renewable energy and even the ice rink border is made from recycled plastic materials.
Green Mountain Energy Ice will be open November 15 through February 2. To purchase your tickets visit: Purchase tickets at discoverygreen.com/ice.

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