Rosa Parks Circle Ice Rink

The ice rink at Rosa Parks Circle at night lit by holiday lights (photo by Paul Jendrasiak for Experience Grand Rapids)

The 2024-25 ice skating season almost here! Starts December 5th  (weather permitting)

Rosa Parks Circle ice rink is one of Grand Rapids' treasured winter destinations. 

Admission 

  • Adults (18 and over) $6.00
  • Youth (17 and under) $3.00
  • 10-hole punch card: $16 (youth admission = 1 punch, adult admission = 2 punches) 

We accept cash and card. Admission includes free skate rental. 


Two Ways to Skate With Us

1. Walk-Up Skating

Out on the town? Stop by and skate! 

2. Plan Ahead with Skate Reservations

50 reserved spots are available for each skating session (limit 6 skaters per reservation) Your reservation allows priority access before walk-up traffic during your reservation arrival window.

Skate times close 48 hours in advance. Additional dates will become available up to two weeks in advance.    


Getting Here

For more information on parking and public transportation, visit the Downtown Visitor Mobility and Parking Guide.


Skates

  • Free with admission
  • Sizes range from toddler 8 through men's 15
  • Ice balance aids are available
  • Skates are available first come, first served
  • You may bring your own skates
  • Skate sharpening available for $5

Restrooms

  • There are public restrooms on site at the rink

Accessibility

  • The rink is wheelchair accessible

Holidays

  • The rink is closed on December 25 in observance of Christmas Day
  • The rink is open on Christmas Eve, New Years Eve, New Years Day, MLK Day and Valentine's Day