Grab Your Skates, 2026 Downtown Sac Ice Rink Returns

The Downtown Sac Ice Rink is back for its 34th season at 7th & K in Ali Youssefi Square. The rink stays open through January 18, 2027 – plenty of time to skate in the city. For generations, families have made skating at the Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink part of their holiday traditions and this is year is more special than ever!

Maybe you learned to skate here as a kid or you’re planning your first visit. Either way, the rink is the perfect outing to celebrate the holiday season with family and friends. Here’s what to know before you hit the ice:

Where & When:
Ali Youssefi Square, 701 K Street | November 4, 2026–January 18, 2027

The ice rink is activated throughout the winter season, creating a space for magical memories. In the heart of the city, the rink has so many great nearby bars, restaurants, and places to shop for holiday presents. Check out our Ice Rink Neighbors!

Ice Rink Operating Hours:

Tuesday–Thursday: 2 PM–9 PM | Friday–Sunday: 10 AM–10 PM

*Closed Mondays, except holidays (see list below)

Holiday Hours
The rink extends its hours during select dates throughout the season, making room for more time on the ice during the holiday break.

November 11: 10 AM–10 PM
November 21–29: 10 AM–10 PM
- Thanksgiving, November 26: 10 AM–4 PM
December 18–January 3: 10 AM–10 PM
- Christmas Eve, December 24: 10 AM–9 PM
- Christmas Day, December 25: Noon–9 PM
- New Year’s Eve, December 31: 10 AM–9 PM
Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 18: 10 AM–8 PM

Rain can affect rink operations – always call 916-743-4669 to confirm the rink is open before heading out. Brighten your day with live views of the rink! Watch our new Downtown Sac Ice Rink Livestream, made possible by HQ Security.

Ticket Prices

For date nights or small groups, buy your tickets on-site!

General admission: $15 | Kids ages 6 and under: $8 (skate sizes run as small as youth 8)

Bring out all our friends, co-workers, book club, any group of 10 to 60 skaters and get a discounted admission rate.

Click to book a group reservation!

You can have the rink all to yourself with a private party.

Private parties can be made by phone (916) 442-8575

New this year! We’re offering figure skating lessons with the Sacramento State Figure Skating Team and hockey lessons with the UC Davis Hockey Club. Check the rink’s event schedule for lesson dates and details.

Learn to Figure Skate (Tuesdays and Sundays)

Lessons taught by Sac State Figure Skating Club. Group sesson includes state lesson, skates, and rink time up to two hours after the session: $30

NOVEMBER	DECEMBER	JANUARY
Tues, 11/17 @ 1PM Sun, 11/22 @ 9AM Tues, 11/24 @ 9AM Sun, 11/29 @ 9AM	Tues, 12/1 @ 1PM Sun, 12/6 @ 9AM Tues, 12/8 @ 1PM Sun, 12/13 @ 9AM Tues, 12/15 @ 1PM Sun, 12/20 @ 9AM Tues, 12/22 – No lesson Sun, 12/27 @ 9AM Tues, 12/29 @ 9AM	Sun, 1/3 @ 9AM Tues, 1/5 @ 1PM Sun, 1/10 @ 9AM Tues, 1/12 @ 1PM Sun, 1/17 @ 9AM

Learn to Play Hockey (Mondays and Saturdays)

Intro to hockey lessons taught by UC Davis Club Hockey Club. Group sesson includes state lesson, skates, and rink time up to two hours after the session: $30

Sat, 12/12 @ 9AM

Mon, 12/14 @ 6PM

Sat, 12/19 @ 9AM

Mon, 12/21 @ 9AM

Mon, 12/28 @ 9AM

Sat, 1/2 @ 9AM

Special Events This Season
The rink’s 34th season has all your favorite events of the past like Princess & Superhero Day, free skate days, and opportunities to give back to the community. Mark your calendar for these seasonal favorites:

November 11: Veterans Day, with free skating for veterans
November 14: Princess & Superhero Day, noon–2 PM
November 16–29: Donation week supporting River City Food Bank. Bring shelf-stable food and receive $5 off admission. Items to donate: Canned goods, dry goods (cereal, rice, peanut butter, shelf-stable milk, etc.) – shelf-stable foods.
November 22: A’s Free Skate, 10 AM–noon
December 5: Xfinity Free Skate, 10 AM–noon
December 11: Drag Queens on Ice, 7–10 PM
December 13: A’s Free Skate, 10 AM–noon
December 14–27: Donation week supporting First Step Communities. Bring requested items and receive $5 off admission. Items to donate: Blankets, men and women’s casual shoes, socks, un-opened hygiene items

Make It a Downtown Holiday Outing
A trip to the rink can be the start of a full day downtown. Meet friends for dinner before skating, grab a warm drink afterward, or spend some time browsing local shops for holiday gifts. Being central to DOCO and K Street, you can check out restaurants, shops, and seasonal attractions nearby.
Explore places to eat, drink, and shop near the rink HERE.

Grab your skates, bring your favorite people, and make this holiday season one to remember in downtown Sacramento. We’ll see you on the ice!