Ready for some wintertime fun? The St. Louis area offers many ice-skating rinks open to the public, offering plenty of opportunities to lace up the skates and do some laps with the family.
Winterfest at the Arch (500 Chestnut)
You’re sure to get excellent photos when you take the kids skating at Winterfest in Kiener Plaza. Skaters can rent heated igloos or s’more stations, and the St. Louis Blues have made skate rentals free for children every Friday. The rink is open from November 22–January 11. $15 skate rental for adults, $10 for children ages 3-15. Those who bring their own skates can skate for free.
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Steinberg Skating Rink in Forest Park (400 Jefferson)
Although the city’s iconic ice rink is closed for the 2025-2026 season, it’s due to major renovations destined to make Forest Park even more of a draw than it already is. The new “the Glade” project is described as a sustainable, community-led project to restore Steinberg Rink and transform its 22.5-acre surroundings into an all-seasons destination.
Centene Community Ice Center in Maryland Heights (750 Casino Center)
Lace ’em up where the professionals skate. The St. Louis Blues’ practice facility features daily public skating sessions inside this state-of-the-art building. $12 admission at the door; $5 for Maryland Heights residents. Skate rental is $5.
Webster Groves Ice Arena in Webster Groves (33 E. Glendale)
With affordable and regular public skating sessions, along with their renowned cosmic skate nights, it’s the perfect rink for some family fun. See the website for schedule. $7 admission, $5 for Webster Groves residents, 3 and under free, and $2 skate rental.
Brentwood Ice Rink in Brentwood (2505 S. Brentwood)
From stick-and-puck sessions to lessons for beginners to ice time for experienced skaters, Brentwood Ice Rink has something for everyone. The rink also features several themed sessions year-round. See the website for schedule. $6 admission, $4 for Brentwood residents, 3 and under free with adult admission, and $2 skate rental.
James J. Eagan Civic Center in Florissant (1 James J. Eagan)
If you’re looking for the feel of an outdoor rink with the cover of a pavilion, try the Eagan Civic Center rink in Florissant. This rink recommends family-friendly Saturday or Sunday daytime sessions for kids and beginners. $6 admission, $4 for Florissant residents, and $2 skate rental. Discounts are available for kids, seniors, and family residents.
Kennedy Recreation Complex in South St. Louis County (6050 Wells)
With public skate sessions daily, and special sessions for hockey players and figure skaters, this South County rink is a good bet for all levels of skater. See the website for schedule. $6 admission for ages 4-12, $8 for adults, 3 and under skate free, $3 skate rental.
Kirkwood Ice Rink in Kirkwood (111 S. Geyer)
Gather the family and tie on the skates for some ice time at a rink that’s open year-round. With dress-up learn-to-skate sessions to keep things fun, many kids have taken their first glides at this popular rink. See website for public sessions. $6 admission, $5 for Kirkwood residents, and $3 skate rental.
Creve Coeur Ice Arena in Creve Coeur (11400 Olde Cabin)
Whenever the urge hits, you can get out on the ice at this rink’s daily public skating sessions. Plus, Creve Coeur Ice Arena offers learn-to-skate lessons for children and adults alike. $6 admission, $4 for Creve Coeur residents, and $3 skate rental.
Maryville University Hockey Center in Chesterfield (18383 Chesterfield Airport)
This rink is a state-of-the-art house of hockey located in the Chesterfield Valley, but the general public is welcome to use its sheets for recreational skating on select dates. See website for availability. $10 admission, $2 skate rental.
St. Peters Rec-Plex in St. Peters (5200 Mexico)
Ice-skating is among the many recreational attractions at this 236,000-square-foot facility. See website for available public and freestyle skating windows. $13 admission, $11 for St. Peters’ residents, and $3.50 skate rental. Discounts are available for family packages, youth, seniors, and military members.
The Loading Dock in Grafton, Illinois (401 Front)
The Loading Dock in Grafton offers a fun family day trip from St. Louis, with skating in a barn on the banks of the Mississippi. Fairy lights and fire pits make the mood, with sessions every Friday–Sunday until February 22. See website for times. $10.50 all-day skate pass, $5 skate rental.
Wentzville Ice Arena in Wentzville (910 Main Plaza)
With several public skate sessions per week, including a “Wee and Me” session for small kids, where parents skate free with a youngster, this rink will get your family out on the ice. They also offer several holiday-themed skates each year. See the website for the schedule. $8 admission, $7 for Wentzville residents, and $3 skate rental.
Greensfelder Recreation Complex in Manchester (550 Weidman)
The renovated complex in Queeny Park offers public skate sessions every day of the week. And during the December holidays, they host a day camp for kids to sharpen their skating skills. See website for session times. $6 admission for kids, $8 for adults, and $3 skate rental.
East Alton Ice Arena in Alton, Illinois (631 Lewis and Clark)
Between daily public skate sessions, hockey, broomball, and learn-to-skate classes, this rink is a hub for ice-loving families all over the Metro East. The rink even offers a “Zamboni School” experience for those over 18 who want to try smoothing the ice for themselves. $6 admission and $3 skate rental.
Wilson Park Ice Rink Granite City, Illinois (3000 Fehling)
This indoor/outdoor combo rink is in open air but sheltered by a beautifully timbered steeple roof, allowing for wintertime views of Wilson Park. The rink hosts public skate sessions Friday–Sunday from the end of October through the end of February. See the website for session times. $6 admission, $5 child admission, and $2 skate rental.
