Ice Skating at Empire State Plaza

January 21 @ 10:00 am - January 26 @ 6:00 pm

WHEN: Tuesday through Friday – 10:00am – 1:30pm and 2:30pm – 6:00pm, Saturday and Sunday – 10:00am – 12:00pm, 1:00pm – 3:00pm, and 4:00pm – 6:00pm

WHERE: Empire State Plaza Ice Rink, Empire State Plaza, Albany

COST: Free to enter, $5 to rent skates if you do not have your own. !!FREE ON SATURDAYS!! A photo ID is required to rent skates.

BUS: #114, 10, 12

people skating in front of the capitol building

Lace Up for Opening Day

December 6
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Rink closed for maintenance between 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Rock-N-Skate with DJ MR CEO
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

The Empire State Plaza Ice Rink officially opens on Friday, December 6! Get ready for another winter of outdoor fun set against the backdrop of the majestic New York State Capitol and Empire State Plaza. Stay tuned for updates on free events and activities we’re planning for the season, starting with OPENING DAY!

Reminder! Ice rink hours and events are always subject to weather conditions.
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2024-2025 Season Daily Hours of Operation

Tuesday – Friday

10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
2:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

*Reminder! Ice rink hours and events are always subject to weather conditions.
Before you head out, bookmark this page or follow us on Facebook or Instagram for the latest rink notifications.

Must-Know Information

Cost to Skate: Free
Skate Rentals: $5:00. Skate sizes range from child size 8 to adult size 15, subject to availability. A photo ID is required to rent skates.
Every Saturday is Hannaford Free Skate Rental Saturday
Amenities: 25¢ locker rentals, skate rentals, and refreshments are available in the glass pavilion adjacent to the rink.
Contact: (518) 473-6299
Closed Mondays