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Ice Rink at Discovery Green
Glide beneath the glittering lights of downtown Houston and discover the holiday magic on the Ice Rink 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
Monday – Thursday 5 pm – 10 pm
Fridays 5 pm – 11 pm
Saturday & HISD School Holidays* 11 am – 11 pm
Sunday 11 am – 8 pm
Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 26) 11 am – 11 pm
Christmas Eve (Dec. 24) 11 am – 7 pm
Christmas Day (Dec. 25) 1 pm – 7 pm
New Years Eve (Dec. 31) 11 am – 7 pm
New Years Day (Jan. 1) 1 pm – 7 pm
Martin Luther King Day (Jan. 18) 11 am – 10 pm
*HISD School Holidays are (Nov. 23 – 27; Dec. 21 – 31; Jan. 1-4 & 18;)
Please note: Bumper Cars on Ice is open Jan 4 through Jan 18.
Monday – Thursday 5 – 10 pm
Fridays and Saturdays 5 – 11 pm
Sundays 5 – 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.
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.
HAR.com Discounts
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!
Monday, January 4 – Monday, January 18
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:
Cheap Skate Night
Mondays, 5 – 10 pm; Nov 16 & 30, Dec 7 & 14, Jan 11
Cheap Skate Nights are your chance to take everyone out to the ice-skating rink. Enjoy all the same chilly fun for a discounted ticket price. Admission is just $9 per person plus tax and includes skate rental.
Inclusive Skaters Night
Tuesdays. Dec 1 & Jan 5; 5 – 8 pm.
A welcoming environment for skaters with physical or developmental challenges to enjoy the rink. Non-motorized wheelchairs are always allowed on the rink, but Inclusive Skaters Night gives those with disabilities the opportunity to enjoy the ice-skating rink with a smaller crowd and their families right by their side. Best of all – special skaters skate for free! Skate guardians and family members will need to purchase a ticket. Please note: Tickets must be purchased in person.
Learn more at discoverygreen.com/inclusiveskaters.
Buy One, Get One Free Wednesdays
Wednesdays, 5 – 10 pm; Nov 18, Dec 2, 9 & 16 & Jan 6 & 13
Bring a friend and skate together — on us! Every Wednesday evening, enjoy buy one, get one free admission. Offer valid for general admission only and excludes school holidays.
Happy Hour Fridays
Fridays, 5 – 8 pm; Nov 20, Dec 4, 11 & 18 & Jan 8 & 15
Kick off your weekend with a spin on the ice! Enjoy $2 off admission every Friday evening during Happy Hour.
Skating with Santa
Sundays, 4 – 5 pm; Dec 6, 13 & 20
Santa takes to the ice! Catch him gliding by and join the festive fun during this special holiday tradition.
Schedule
Cheap Skate Nights
Buy One, Get One Free Wednesdays
Cheap Skate Nights
Inclusive Skaters Tuesdays
Buy One, Get One Free Wednesdays
Cheap Skate Nights
THIS EVENT IS LOCATED @
Skating Rink
Green Mountain Energy Ice will be open November 15 through February 2. To purchase your tickets visit: Purchase tickets at discoverygreen.com/ice.