Folks in Texas don’t get many chances to glide across real frozen ponds or rivers. But every holiday season, special ice rinks appear all over towns and cities across the Lone Star State. Even Dallas Ice Skating Rinks
Folks in Texas don’t get many chances to glide across real frozen ponds or rivers. But every holiday season, special ice rinks appear all over towns and cities across the Lone Star State. Even though it might be 60 degrees in Dallas, families can still enjoy some good old-fashioned winter fun at these ice-cool rinks in the Dallas area! Little ones can lace up their skates for the first time while parents and grandparents reminisce about winter’s past. Laughter and hot cocoa fill the air as Texans of all ages spin across the ice. The twinkling lights and festive music add some extra merrymaking. So even if there’s no frost outside, families can lean into those classic winter vibes. The chilly rinks offer a taste of traditions from cooler climates – and lifetime memories for Texans.
Christmas at Gaylord Texan
Gaylord Texan
1501 Gaylord Trail
Grapevine, TX 76051
Cost: Ice skating tickets (admission and skate rentals) are $22.99 per person
Bundle up the whole family for a magical, memory-making skate on our winter wonderland rink! Glide hand-in-hand with your loved ones on 6,000 square feet of real ice during the most festive time of year. Whether you’re celebrating the season with a fun-filled afternoon session or a special evening under the twinkling lights, our friendly rink offers good old-fashioned holiday enjoyment for all ages. Don’t miss out on the merriment this December – come spin around the rink and maybe even spot Santa practicing his triple axles! With real ice, cheerful music, and views of the stunningly decorated gardens, our holiday haven promises hours of wholesome, joyful fun your whole family will treasure. christmasatgaylordtexan.marriott.com
Christmas in the Branch
Children’s Health Star Center
12700 N Stemmons Frwy
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
Cost: $5 for skate rental. Admission is $10 per session; under four is free. Discounts available online
Grab your skates and head to the Farmers Branch Children’s Health StarCenter for frosty fun on the ice rink this holiday season! This magical winter wonderland sparkles under sunshine and starlight, making it the perfect place for family and friends to glide across the ice. Best of all, every Sunday is Community Day, when our neighbors in Farmers Branch receive free admission all day simply by showing proof that they live in the area. That means more time for you to sip on hot cocoa, munch popcorn, and join in singalongs while your little ones loop around the rink. With twinkling lights all around, seasonal tunes filling the air, and rosy cheeks abound, the StarCenter rink captures the heartwarming spirit of the holidays. So, bring the whole gang out to skate as we celebrate our hometown community! christmasinthebranch.com
Peace Plaza Ice Rink
Peace Plaza at Grapevine Main Station
815 S. Main St
Grapevine, TX 76051
Cost: $20 admission for all ages, including skate rental.
Bundle up the kids and come over because Grapevine, the Christmas Capital of Texas®, has a big surprise waiting! Nestled in Historic Main Street, you’ll find the magnificent Peace Plaza Ice Rink presented by Champion Energy Services. This Texas-sized wonder at Grapevine Main Station offers 4,500 square feet of icy fun for the whole family! Twirl and glide to festive tunes as twinkling lights sparkle overhead. Then, take a break to warm up with hot cocoa as the little ones dazzle you with their skating skills. This magical wonderland has something special for all ages to enjoy. So gather your loved ones and make merry memories on the magnificent ice rink in Grapevine this Christmas season! grapevinetexasusa.com/event/peace-plaza-ice-rink
Skate the Square
Frisco Square
8843 Coleman Blvd
Frisco, TX 75034
Cost: $20 per person, with or without skate rentals.
Families, lace up those skates and get ready for some frosty fun! Frisco Square’s dazzling Skate the Square rink sparkles for its 14th fabulous season, offering the only genuine outdoor ice skating in the area. Glide gracefully or gleefully wobble along Main and Coleman Streets as twinkling lights and holiday tunes fill the air. Whether you’re a skilled skater or just starting on the ice, Skate the Square welcomes all ages to make merry memories through January 8th. So gather up the whole crew – parents, grandparents, kids, cousins – for an afternoon or evening of swirling and swirling amid hot cocoa and cookies galore. Frisco Square becomes a winter wonderland just waiting for your family to participate. Come chill out with us and get that old-fashioned holiday spirit soaring! friscosquare.com/ice-rink
Stockyards Rodeo Rink
Livestock Exchange Building,
131 E Exchange Ave
Fort Worth
Cost: $25 for adults, $20 for children 3–12, $80 for family four-pack, admission includes skate rental.
Saddle up for some good old-fashioned holiday fun at the Fort Worth Stockyards! This year, the Stockyards Rodeo Rink is returning with 4,000 square feet of real ice skating to dazzle visitors, young and old. Gather the family around the flickering fire pits with a cup of hot cocoa and capture a special photo with jolly ol’ Cowboy Santa himself. Listen to the live music filling the air as you glide across the ice hand-in-hand or munch on treats at the picnic area bathed in twinkling lights. The Rodeo Rink, shining bright as the star atop the Christmas tree, promises wholesome fun and holiday memories for the whole family at the Fort Worth Stockyards! fortworthstockyards.com/events/stockyards-rodeo-rink/
And there you have it, folks – the top pop-up ice skating rinks for family fun here in Dallas. From the magical winter wonderland experience at Peace Plaza Ice Rink to the cozy holiday atmosphere at Skate the Square, there are plenty of delightful options to get your skate on this season. Bundle up with your kiddos, lace up those skates, and make some magical memories gliding across the ice together. Just don’t forget the hot cocoa to warm up with afterward! However you decide to spend your time on the ice this winter, we hope this guide gave you a few stellar ideas. Stay safe out there, have fun, and happy skating, Dallas!
