Whether you're looking for a fun family outing or a romantic date night, ice skating is a great winter activity and a memorable holiday tradition. And for those of us who aren't coordinated enough to ice skate (I'm raising my hand right now) you can always cheer from the sidelines.
Following is a list of ice rinks, both indoor and outdoor, that we've found in the Lincoln area and within one hour of us. Always check the rink schedule-outdoor rinks have short seasons and many rinks will book out for private parties.
1) John Breslow Ice Hockey Center (indoor skating)
433 V St, Lincoln NE
For hours click here
Admission: Public Skate is $8, Cosmic Skate is $10 and $5 skate rental
2) Railyard Ice Rink (outdoor skating)
350 Canopy Street, Lincoln NE
For hours click here
Admission: $8.50-$16.00
3) Skate Ribbon at The Riverfront (pictured)
900 Farnam Street, Suite 100, Omaha NE
For hours click here
Admission: $5 for adults and $4 for children
4) Eugene T Mahoney State Park (outdoor skating)
28500 West Park Highway, Ashland NE
The ice skating season generally begins in mid-November, weather permitting. For hours click here.
Admission: $5 skate rental fee, plus park entrance fee
5) Grover Ice (indoor skating)
6171 Grover S., Omaha NE
For hours click here
Admission: Children $7, Adults $9, Skate Rental $5
6) UNMC Ice Rink (outdoor skating)
Between 42nd and 40th streets and Dewey and Emile Streets, Omaha
For a full schedule click here
Admission: $5 with skate rental
7) Motto McLean Ice Arena (indoor skating)
5015 S. 45th St., Omaha NE
For hours click here
Admission: $5 for ages 6 and older, Free for ages 5 and under with a paid adult, $2 for skate rental
