Rockefeller Center’s ice skating rink is an iconic stop during the holiday season. The world-famous rink is situated under the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree making it one of the most picturesque skating locations.
Take part in one of the quintessential winter traditions by heading to Rockefeller Center for the 2024-2025 skate season. The rink is now open daily from 9am to 12am!
Purchase tickets online and head to the rink for your allotted slot. Skate rentals are available on site.
A variety of ticket types are available for skating at the Rockefeller Center Rink.
General Skate tickets cost $21.00 – $114.00 depending on the day chosen and include a 60 minute skate session.
Premium Skate Tickets include an extended 90-minute skate session, complimentary skate rentals, and a 20% discount at the gift shop. Tickets cost between $47.00 and $205.00.
Season Passes are available for those who plan to make ice skating at Rockefeller Center a part of their winter routine. Passes allow for unlimited access to skate at the rink all season long and cost between $550 and $600.
Apparently, the idea for the iconic rink came from a Depression-era skate salesman who demonstrated his product by skating on the frozen water of the Rockefeller Center fountain. The sunken plaza the rink would be located in struggled to attract shoppers due to its odd location and soon it was decided something else needed to fill the space.
On Christmas Day, 1936, the rink officially opened – originally as a temporary exhibit for the holidays. However, it became so popular that it was made a permanent fixture. On the day it premiered, there were two Rockefeller Christmas Trees acting as a backdrop.
The rink has become a staple in winter culture, with an incredible number of movies and shows filming at the spot – making it recognizable around the world. From Elf to Home Alone 2: Lost in New York to Marvel’s Hawkeye hosting an epic battle scene in the rink – this spot is not short of celebrity action.
The Rink is located at Rockefeller Plaza between 50th and 49th Streets. The main entrance is located on 49th Street between 5th and 6th Avenue. For directions, click the button below.
Experience this unforgettable attraction via Amtrak to Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station—Don’t forget to use the New York By Rail 15% discount! The park is only 1.8 miles from NYP.
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