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Grand Rapids Parks & Recreation
Rosa Parks Ice Rink
Experience winter magic at Rosa Parks Circle Ice Rink, one of Grand Rapids' most iconic seasonal attractions. Located in the heart of downtown, the ice rink offers a festive outdoor escape for skaters of all ages and skill levels.
The rink is fully staffed, family-friendly, and perfect for daytime breaks, date nights, and creating new winter traditions. Reservations and walk-ups are welcome and admission includes skate rentals.
Whether you're stepping onto the ice for the first time or perfecting your spins, Rosa Parks Circle Ice Rink provides an unforgettable Grand Rapids winter experience.
Ice Skating Session Times
Rosa Parks Ice Rink is an outdoor ice surface, which makes irregularities and defects more common on the ice surface. The rink closes briefly between skate sessions to allow for resurfacing to give users the best experience possible.
Skating is offered in 90-minute sessions. Drop-in skaters are welcome during all sessions. Reservations are available and can only be made for those in your immediate household. We recommend reserving your session for high-demand sessions around holidays and weekends.
Interested in bringing your school or other large group to the rink? Contact us at iceskating@grand-rapids.mi.us to inquire.
Sunday - Thursday
Friday - Saturday
Holiday Sessions
Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025
Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025
CLOSED
Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026
Open for regular Thursday skate sessions
Admission Fees & Add-Ons
We accept cash and card for admission fees.
All admission rates include skate rentals. We have sizes youth 8 through adult men's 15. Sizes are available on a first come, first rented basis. You are welcome to bring your own skates but there is no admission discount. All rental skates are hockey skate in style; figure skates are not available for rent.
Skating aides for new skaters are available free of charge.
Adult Admission $6.00
Ages 18 and up
Youth Admission $3.00
Ages 17 and under
Punch Card $22.00
Gloves $2.00
Socks $3.00
Skate Sharpening $6.00
Plan Your Ice Rink Visit
Address: 135 Monroe Center St NW
Street Parking: Limited street parking is available on Monroe Center St NW and Ottawa Ave N
Parking Ramps: The two parking ramps nearest to the rink are the Monroe Center Ramp and the Louis-Campau Ramp
For more information on parking and public transportation, visit the Downtown Visitor Mobility and Parking Guide.
The DASH Bus Service offers free rides to Rosa Parks Circle.
For more information on parking and public transportation, visit the Downtown Visitor Mobility and Parking Guide.
The ice rink provides shoe racks store footwear while using skates. No personal item storage is available. Racks are within sight of the rink, and it is the visitor's responsibility to monitor shoes and any other personal items left in the rack area.
Restrooms are available onsite.
Skating balance aides are available on a first come first served basis. Outside skate aides are not permitted.
The rink closes when weather conditions become too warm to create usable ice. Closure announcements will be posted on the cancellation hotline at 616-456-3699 on Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation’s Facebook.
Ice Rink Rules
Contact Rosa Parks Circle Ice Rink
Rosa Parks Ice Rink is owned and operated by the Department of Parks and Recreation. The rink can be contacted through the department by phone or email during regular, non-holiday office hours.
Department Office Hours
Mondays - Fridays: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
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