General Admission- The Rink
Take a spin on The Rink at Rockefeller Center this upcoming season. Your General Admission ticket guarantees your spot on the ice on the date and time you select.
The Rink at Rockefeller Center
The Rink
Picturesque ice skating in NYC.
The Rink is open for the season!
Ice skating on The Rink under the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree is one of New York’s quintessential winter activities. The Rink sets the perfect scene for every occasion, from ice skating lessons and special events to the Après Skate Chalets presented by Balsam Hill. It’s a tradition that has never failed to delight, and you’re always invited to join in on the fun.
Hours
Daily from 9am–12am
The Rink is now open for the 2023-24 skate season.
Directions & Contact
The Rink is located at Rockefeller Plaza between 50th and 49th Streets.
New York, NY 10020
212.771.7200[email protected]Ticket Offerings
- BUY TICKETS$11 - $73
- BUY TICKETS$47-125
VIP Skate
The VIP Ticket includes an extended skate time (90 minutes in the venue), complimentary skate rental, one (1) complimentary hot beverage, plus 20% off merchandise.
- RESERVE$10-$60
Rinkside Chalets
A 50-minute reservation in your own private Après Skate Chalet Presented by Balsam Hill. Enjoy food and beverage service from Other Half Brewing while overlooking the iconic ice rink and Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree.
- BUY SEASON PASS$500+
Season Pass
Make The Rink yours with unlimited skating all season long.
Group Sales
The more the merrier. We have special rates for groups of 10 or more.
Unique Experiences
at The Rink
Special Moments
Getting engaged? Celebrating a special occasion? We have packages that will help you make memories at The Rink at Rockefeller Center that will last a lifetime.
Events
The Rink is available to host private events with restricted capacity this upcoming winter season. Get in touch with us to begin planning your event.
FAQs
Are tickets refundable?No. All ticket purchases are final sale and cannot be refunded or rescheduled.
No. All ticket purchases are final sale and cannot be refunded or rescheduled.
Are there any weather considerations?The Rink at Rockefeller Center is an outdoor venue, so please dress accordingly for rain and snow. In the unlikely event The Rink closes due to inclement weather, you will be contacted by email and a refund will be automatically processed. You may check our website for updates.
The Rink at Rockefeller Center is an outdoor venue, so please dress accordingly for rain and snow. In the unlikely event The Rink closes due to inclement weather, you will be contacted by email and a refund will be automatically processed. You may check our website for updates.
What if I’m running late?Skate time is 60 minutes from the arrival time on your ticket. Late entry is permitted, but total skate time will be reduced for late arrivals.
Skate time is 60 minutes from the arrival time on your ticket. Late entry is permitted, but total skate time will be reduced for late arrivals.
How do I gain admission to The Rink?Purchase a ticket online or on-site for access to the venue and the ice. One non-paying adult supervisor is permitted inside the venue, but not on the ice, for children between the ages of 6-12 years old. Children under the age of 6 must be accompanied on the ice by a paying adult.
Purchase a ticket online or on-site for access to the venue and the ice. One non-paying adult supervisor is permitted inside the venue, but not on the ice, for children between the ages of 6-12 years old. Children under the age of 6 must be accompanied on the ice by a paying adult.
Is there parking at The Rink?For access to The Rink, use the Rockefeller Center parking garage located at 53 West 48th Street on the north side of 48th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues. Receive 10% off your parking reservation by entering promo code ROCKCENTER at checkout.
*Promo code is valid for up to 24 hours of parking and cannot be combined with any other offers. Not valid on early bird, event parking, or any other daily specials. Not valid on monthly parking. No in and out privileges. Expires 12/31/2023
For access to The Rink, use the Rockefeller Center parking garage located at 53 West 48th Street on the north side of 48th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues. Receive 10% off your parking reservation by entering promo code ROCKCENTER at checkout.
*Promo code is valid for up to 24 hours of parking and cannot be combined with any other offers. Not valid on early bird, event parking, or any other daily specials. Not valid on monthly parking. No in and out privileges. Expires 12/31/2023
When does The Rink open and close for the season?The Rink will be open for the 2023-2024 Season on October 21, 2023. For any updates on opening and closing dates, and for information about events at The Rink throughout the season, join our newsletter, The Center.
The Rink will be open for the 2023-2024 Season on October 21, 2023. For any updates on opening and closing dates, and for information about events at The Rink throughout the season, join our newsletter, The Center.
What is your children’s skating policy?Children under the age of 6 must be accompanied on the ice by an adult. Children under the age of 13 must be supervised by a non-skating adult.
Children under the age of 6 must be accompanied on the ice by an adult. Children under the age of 13 must be supervised by a non-skating adult.
Is the Rink wheelchair accessible?The Rink at Rockefeller Center is an ADA-compliant facility. Wheelchair users are welcome to participate on the ice and staff assistance is available if needed. The entrance to The Rink is located just west of 5th Avenue on 50th Streets, through the lobby of 620 5th Avenue and down the elevator to the concourse level.
The Rink at Rockefeller Center is an ADA-compliant facility. Wheelchair users are welcome to participate on the ice and staff assistance is available if needed. The entrance to The Rink is located just west of 5th Avenue on 50th Streets, through the lobby of 620 5th Avenue and down the elevator to the concourse level.
Can I bring my pet to The Rink?Only trained and licensed service or guide animals are permitted at The Rink at Rockefeller Center. They are not allowed on the ice.
Only trained and licensed service or guide animals are permitted at The Rink at Rockefeller Center. They are not allowed on the ice.
Does The Rink offer skate aids?We offer penguin skate aids for a fee for young people that need an object to lean on to learn how to skate. They are a per person rental only offered to children 12 and younger and under 4 feet tall. The child using the aid will be given an additional sticker to be worn so that the rink staff can identify that it has been paid for and that the person has been approved to use it.
We offer penguin skate aids for a fee for young people that need an object to lean on to learn how to skate. They are a per person rental only offered to children 12 and younger and under 4 feet tall. The child using the aid will be given an additional sticker to be worn so that the rink staff can identify that it has been paid for and that the person has been approved to use it.
Is skate sharpening offered at The Rink?We offer skate sharpening service for $20 per pair of skates on a first come first serve basis. Guests looking to have their skates sharpened should arrive 20 minutes before their ticket time and let the staff know they’d like to have their skates sharpened so they’ll be let down with adequate time for the sharpening. Sharpening takes anywhere between 10-15 minutes (on average depending on the conditions of the skates) from the time the skate sharpening process has started. All sharpening MUST be completed BEFORE skating on the ice.
We offer skate sharpening service for $20 per pair of skates on a first come first serve basis. Guests looking to have their skates sharpened should arrive 20 minutes before their ticket time and let the staff know they’d like to have their skates sharpened so they’ll be let down with adequate time for the sharpening. Sharpening takes anywhere between 10-15 minutes (on average depending on the conditions of the skates) from the time the skate sharpening process has started. All sharpening MUST be completed BEFORE skating on the ice.
History
Legend has it that the idea for The Rink was inspired by a Depression-era skate salesman who demonstrated his product by skating on the frozen water of the Rockefeller Center fountain. However the idea came about, The Rink was the perfect fit for the sunken plaza, which was struggling to attract shoppers as the entrance to the high-end retailers in the underground concourse. The Rink, or “skating pond” as it was first known, officially opened on Christmas Day 1936. Originally planned as a temporary exhibit, The Rink was so popular it became a permanent addition, with the Prometheus Statue and the Christmas Tree providing one of the most familiar backdrops in the world.
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