Welcome to Holland Ice Park — Downtown Holland’s Winter Magic for 2025

A long-held dream for the city has come to life with the opening of the Holland Ice Park, a stunning new facility that transforms Window on the Waterfront into a winter wonderland. With a shimmering ice pond, a 700-foot skating ribbon, and a dedicated curling sheet, the park offers a fresh—and fun—way for families, friends, and winter lovers of all ages to get on the ice. 

Whether you’re tying your skates for the first time or planning a casual group outing, here’s what you should know before you go.

🕒 What to Know Before You Visit — Tickets, Timing & More

✅ Opening Date & Season

• The first season at the Holland Ice Park began Friday, November 14, 2025, with a ribbon-cutting followed by the first public open-skate. The skating season runs through March 15, 2026, weather-permitting.
  
  

🎟 Ticketing & Pricing

• You must purchase tickets online in advance at the official site (no on-site sales).
  
  
• Open Skate Sessions: 90-minute sessions, $10 per person (includes skate rental). You may also bring your own skates.
  
  
• Curling Sheet Reservations: 90-minute sessions for groups up to 8 people — $75 per session Tuesday through Thursday, and $125 per session Friday through Sunday & holidays.
  
  
• The rink is cashless, and all reservations are non-refundable and non-transferable.
  
  

🗓 Opening Hours (when staff is on site)

• Closed Mondays (maintenance day) 
  
  
• Tuesday & Wednesday: 5:45 PM – 8:45 PM 
  
  
• Thursday: 3:45 PM – 8:00 PM — all Thursdays in 2025 are designated “$5 Open Skate Days” courtesy of LG Energy Solution
  
  
• Friday: 5:45 PM – 9:45 PM 
  
  
• Saturday: 11:45 AM – 9:45 PM
  
  
• Sunday: 11:45 AM – 7:45 PM 
  
  
• Extended holiday hours will run from December 22, 2025 – January 1, 2026. 
  
  

🎫 Additional tickets and curling session reservations are released every two weeks on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month — so if a session you want is sold out, it’s worth checking again then. 

🏗 What Makes Holland Ice Park Special

❄️ A Thoughtful, Scenic Winter Space

The Ice Park isn’t just a simple rink. It boasts a large central pond and a meandering 700-foot skating ribbon looping around landscaped islands. Add to that a curling sheet, and you’ve got a truly unique winter attraction—beautifully integrated into the downtown waterfront. 

👟 Skate Rentals + Accessibility

Don’t own skates? No problem. Skate rental is included in the open skate ticket. The facility also offers skate-assist supports and adaptive sleds, available on a first-come, first-served basis — helping beginners and those needing extra support enjoy the ice. 

🧊 Curling for Everyone

Whether you’re trying curling for the first time or just want a fun group activity, the half-size curling sheet (with modified stones) is a great option for small groups of friends or families. A brief “how-to” overview is provided at the start of each session—no formal lessons required. 

🔐 Safety & Rules (What to Expect)

• No hockey or figure skating allowed — the rink is for recreational skating only.
  
  
• Skaters 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult (18+).
  
  
• Outside food and drinks aren’t allowed (except approved Social District beverages in marked cups).
  
  
• Strollers, outside skating aids, or carrying infants on ice is prohibited; adaptive sleds and skate-assists are allowed for those who need them.
  
  

🎉 What You Can Do — And Who It’s Great For

• Casual fun for families & friends: The 90-minute open skate is ideal for everyone — from curious first-timers to experienced skaters just looking for some gliding time.
  
  
• Group outings & gatherings: The curling sheet is especially fun for small groups wanting a relaxed but social on-ice activity.
  
  
• Beginner-friendly & inclusive: With rentals, skate-assists, and adaptive sleds, the park is welcoming to kids, older adults, and anyone who’s new to ice skating.
  
  
• Part of a bigger downtown experience: Because the Ice Park sits in the heart of Downtown Holland, you can easily combine a skate with dinner, shopping, or a stroll in the nearby shops and waterfront paths.
  
  

📍 Where to Find It

Holland Ice Park
71 E 6th Street, Downtown Holland, MI 49423
It sits inside the larger Window on the Waterfront Park — a beautiful setting that connects the ice park to the rest of the downtown district via a snow-melted sidewalk system and welcoming public spaces.

With its gorgeous ice ribbon, curling sheet, accessible pricing, and thoughtful design, Holland Ice Park offers a brand-new kind of winter fun for residents and visitors alike. Whether you’re going for a quick skate, a casual group curling session, or making a festive night of it downtown — this is a winter destination worth checking out.