The Milwaukee area boasts a rich history of ice skating, encompassing speed skating, figure skating, and public skating. From the first United States Olympic speed skating trials in Oconomowoc in 1928 to the founding of the Wisconsin Figure Skating Club in 1944, the region has long embraced the sport.
Many amateur skaters also relish the sport. Milwaukee County area parks have supported ice skating as a leisure activity, opening public ice skating rinks.
Here's a guide to some of the ice skating options available in and around Ozaukee County:
Indoor Ice Arenas
For those seeking a more controlled environment, indoor ice arenas offer a reliable skating experience regardless of the weather.
Ozaukee Ice Center
Located at 5505 PIONEER RD in Mequon, WI, the Ozaukee Ice Center is a premier ice skating facility. The two rink facility is able to host a lot of games, as well as public skating, and it's a busy place as evidenced by... It features a range of divisions for girls, women, high school students, and adults, including 3vs3 tournaments and jamborees.
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With a daily ice schedule that caters to various skating activities such as stick puck, open figure skating, and public skate, the center provides a diverse and enjoyable experience for skaters of all ages and skill levels. Ozaukee Ice Center also offers the convenience of LiveBarn, an online broadcasting service that allows family, friends, athletes, and coaches to watch live or on-demand broadcasts of hockey games, review game footage, and share highlights.
This indoor ice arena takes a classic look and has open skating options. At Pettit National Ice Center, admission is $7 with personal skates, and $10 if you need rental skates.
Pettit National Ice Center
Outdoor Ice Rinks
For a more natural and scenic experience, consider these outdoor ice rinks:
Red Arrow Park
Located at 920 N. Water Street, this rink captures the beauty of the Milwaukee architecture and the nearby Milwaukee River. 18+ rentals are $11 per person, and youth rentals are $8 per person, but you can skate free if you bring your own.
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Slice of Ice in Red Arrow Park
The classic downtown setting on Water Street captures the beauty of the Milwaukee architecture and the nearby Milwaukee River.
Konkel Park
Located at 5151 W. Greenfield, Greenfield’s Konkel park has a natural ice skating rink that operates following a schedule of “Mother Nature,” meaning it’s open when it’s cold enough and when the sun rises. The rink is free to skate, and skates are free to rent.
Other Outdoor Rinks
- Washington Park: Located at 4001 S. This rink in Wilson Park has a rink that does not require a reservation and is open throughout the year and every Monday through Saturday this month. Plan ahead and go with a group for discounted rental rates.
- Scout Lake Park: Located at 5902 W riley rd, this rink is near the warming shelter and is also open if conditions are favorable. There is a sledding hill nearby if gliding over ice is not your cup of hot cocoa.
- Center Street Park: Located at 6420 W. The Friends of Center Street Park nonprofit works to put on this community ice rink every year. It’s free to skate and they do not offer rentals.
Note: Outdoor rinks are subject to weather conditions. Always check for updates before heading out.
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Outdoor Ice Skating
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