Remember that ice skating tends to only be available in California during the winter months (and the Christmas season), so don't forget to take advantage of these opportunities! Though California is sometimes known for its warm weather, artificial rinks are set up across many different plazas, shopping malls, and parks to offer all visitors the chance to experience something truly wonderfully winterlike!
Rady Children's Ice Rink at Liberty Station
For 28th year in a row, Rady Children’s Ice Rink is open and raising funds for the Thriving After Cancer program at the Peckham Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders.
- Date: Until January 5
- Hours: 10am – 10pm
- Price: Adults – $20 dollars; Children – $15 dollars
- Location: 5003 Willows Road in Alpine
- Date: Until January 7
- Hours: 3 pm – 10pm
- Price: Adults & Teenagers – $22 dollars; Children up to 12 years old – $20 dollars
- Event: Ocean-side skating
- Location: 1500 Orange Avenue in Coronado
- Date: Until January 5
- Hours: Thursday from 4pm to 10pm; Friday from 12pm to 10pm; Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 10pm
- Price: General Admission – $40 dollars; Hotel Guests, Military & First Responders – $35 dollars
- Location: 11048 Ice Skate Pl, San Diego, CA
- Hours: Starting at 11am (closing times may vary)
- Location: 4545 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
- Hours: From 10am to 9pm (closing times may vary)
- Location: 2283 Cosmos Ct, Carlsbad, CA 92011
- Hours: 9 pm – 9 pm
Have a wonderful time at the best ice rinks that San Diego has to offer! Experience a thrilling winter activity near you this winter!
- Hours: 9 pm – 9 pm
Icetown Carlsbad
This sports center in Carlsbad has a skating and hockey school for young people and adults, as well as public skating. Price: General admission – $20 dollars. - Location: 2283 Cosmos Ct, Carlsbad, CA 92011
- Hours: From 10am to 9pm (closing times may vary)
UTC Ice Sports Center
The amazing ice rink at Westfield UTC Shopping Centre is open for all! Have fun skating at this thrilling ice rink surrounded by dazzling lights while listening to some of pop music's biggest hits. Admission is $30 dollars with skates included. - Location: 4545 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
- Hours: Starting at 11am (closing times may vary)
It should be noted that these ice rinks are seasonal, while others in San Diego are open all year.
San Diego Ice Arena
Mira Mesa’s ice rink features artistic skating programs and a skating school for children. Remember to check availability on their website and don't forget to visit! Admission is $20 dollars with skates included. - Location: 11048 Ice Skate Pl, San Diego, CA
- Price: General Admission – $40 dollars; Hotel Guests, Military & First Responders – $35 dollars
- Hours: Thursday from 4pm to 10pm; Friday from 12pm to 10pm; Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 10pm
- Date: Until January 5
- Location: 1500 Orange Avenue in Coronado
Hotel Coronado
This ice rink features amazing views of the Pacific Ocean and funds raised will be given to Make-A-Wish San Diego. Don’t forget to make a reservation for a Frostbite Lounge by the sea with plush seating, fire pits, and seasonal drinks! - Event: Ocean-side skating
- Price: Adults & Teenagers – $22 dollars; Children up to 12 years old – $20 dollars
- Hours: 3 pm – 10pm
- Date: Until January 7
Viejas Casino & Resort
If you're visiting this mountainous area, do not miss the amazing ice rink at Viejas Casino & Resort. This is southern California's largest outdoors ice rink! - Location: 5003 Willows Road in Alpine
- Price: Adults – $20 dollars; Children – $15 dollars
- Hours: 10am – 10pm
