Winter is here! While the weather may be colder and the days are shorter, there are a lot of fun winter activities around Columbus. If you’re looking for a spot to go outdoor skating, I’ve rounded up a list for you here. For details on hours, status of the skating and cost if any, see the details on the website for each location!
Riverside Crossing in Dublin
Glide to the winter ambiance of Downtown Dublin at the Riverside Crossing Park Ice Rink! The 3,200 square-foot-rink is situated in the lower plaza on the east side of The Dublin Link pedestrian bridge. Visitors can enjoy this seasonal attraction through mid-March.
- Fridays: 5–10 p.m.
- Saturdays: noon–10 p.m.
- Sundays: noon–8 p.m.
$12 per person (complimentary skate rental included)
Guests are welcome to bring their own skates, but the admission rate remains the same.
Coffman Park in Dublin
When temperatures dip below freezing for several days in a row, the City opens the ice skating rink at Coffman Park, 5200 Emerald Parkway. Signs posted along Coffman Park Dr. inform residents when the rink is open or you can check the website.
Weekdays: 3 to 8:30 p.m.
Weekends: 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Obetz Ice Rink
The Ice Rink is open on weekdays from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm on weekends – weather permitting.
Junction Park Ice Rink will be open to everyone this year. Admission is FREE for residents. Non-residents must purchase a $5 day pass. View the chart on the website for more information.
Blendon Woods Metro Park
When it’s cold enough for water to freeze, Metro Parks has two sure-fire (or should that be sure-ice) winners for those people who love to strap on their skates and take to the ice in the beautiful outdoors. The skating ponds at Battelle Darby Creek and Blendon Woods Metro Parks are shallow and safe, and at around half an acre in area, there’s plenty of room for skaters to glide across the surface. We make sure there are at least 4 inches of solid ice across the entire area of the pond before opening the skating ponds to the public. Check our social media to see if the skating ponds are open, or call 614-370-6254 for the skating pond at Battelle Darby Creek, and 614-620-1861 for the skating pond at Blendon Woods.
Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park
When it’s cold enough for water to freeze, Metro Parks has two sure-fire (or should that be sure-ice) winners for those people who love to strap on their skates and take to the ice in the beautiful outdoors. The skating ponds at Battelle Darby Creek and Blendon Woods Metro Parks are shallow and safe, and at around half an acre in area, there’s plenty of room for skaters to glide across the surface. We make sure there are at least 4 inches of solid ice across the entire area of the pond before opening the skating ponds to the public. Check our social media to see if the skating ponds are open, or call 614-370-6254 for the skating pond at Battelle Darby Creek, and 614-620-1861 for the skating pond at Blendon Woods.
Glen Oak Park in Lewis Center
The Glen Oak skating area was specifically designed for ice skating. The pond depth in the winter is less than 24 inches deep. The ice thickness is measured on a regular basis for safety. Please do not skate on the pond when the No Skating signs are posted.
7126 Blue Holly Drive | Lewis Center, Ohio
Liberty Park
Open 9AM – Dusk
General skate only, no ice hockey
Bring your own skates
2845 Home Rd, Powell
Have any other outdoor skating spots to add? Let me know! Enjoy winter in Columbus!
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