Celebrate cherry blossom season at Gibbs Gardens. Photo courtesy of the garden
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Spend some time outdoors with your little one with these stroller-friendly trails in Atlanta. Photo via Canva
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See wonderful live puppet performances, like Pete the Cat, at the Center for Puppetry Arts. Photo by Chris Hunt
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Unleash your inner ninja at Ninjakour, with classes, parties, and more active lessons. Photo courtesy of Ninjakour
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Head indoor for some fre fun at the mall of Georgia.
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The tombs of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King and the reflecting pool are part of the King Center at the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Park.
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Kids and adults will love the multi-sensory experience of Sloomoo Institute Atlanta.
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The High Museum of Art offers free family admission the second Sunday of every month. Photo courtesy of the museum
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Every bowl combination at Gusto is delicious, as well as the kids' Cheese Foldies with choice of protein (not pictured here). Photo courtesy Gusto
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Choose your Hogwarts house and explore J.K. Rowling's magical world at Harry Potter: The Exhibition Atlanta.
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The mega bounce house, dubbed Bounce the Mall, is coming to Dawsonville, Georgia. Photo by author
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Best Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks Near Atlanta

Lace up for ice skating in Atlanta at Avalon! Photo courtesy of Avalon
Lace up for ice skating in Atlanta at Avalon! Photo courtesy of Avalon
11/6/22 - By Melanie Preis

Ice skating near Atlanta is the quintessential winter activity, whether you're ready for the Olympic trials or can barely stand upright. Though it may take a few turns around the ice skating rink to get your "ice legs," adults and children alike enjoy spending time together spinning, skating, and realistically, falling down, together. These seasonal outdoor ice skating rinks pop up each year from November through January or February.  Families can find lots of ice skating in Atlanta, most of which include fun music and concessions like hot chocolate. We've rounded up the best ones and even included one that requires no skates at all (sock skating at Fernbank)! 

Take a look at our favorite spots to nail that triple toe loop or cling to the ice skating rink wall and put in family bonding time on the ice! Want more ideas this holiday season? Read about Harry Potter: The Exhibition Atlanta and make a visit to Hogwarts or ride a Polar Express Train Ride and Christmas Train Near Atlanta. If you need more ideas of what to do in Atlanta, visit our Atlanta events calendar.

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Ice skate surrounded by twinkling holiday lights at Skate the Station. Photo courtesy Atlantic Station
Ice skate surrounded by twinkling holiday lights at Skate the Station. Photo courtesy Atlantic Station

Cool Ice Skating Near Atlanta

The Ice Rink at Sugar Hill

Snellville - November 10, 2022 - February 19, 2023
The Ice Rink at Sugar Hill opens for ice skating on the largest portable outdoor ice skating rink in the Southeast on November 10.  READ MORE

Ice Days in Covington

Covington - November 17, 2022 - February 19, 2023
Skaters enjoy skating on real ice at Legion Field Fairground's covered rink in Covington. Visitors have access to the rink for two hours and also partake in concessions like nachos, hot dogs, hot chocolate, and candy.  READ MORE

Skate the Station at Atlantic Station

Midtown - November 18, 2022 - January 16, 2023
Atlantic Station welcomes families to skate under the stars at Skate the Station. Tickets are available online and on site. Open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.  READ MORE

Ice Days in Olde Town Conyers

Conyers - November 18, 2022 - February 12, 2023
Parents and kids love to skate at the Conyers rink because it boasts real ice and is mostly covered by a pavilion so it never closes due to rain. Families have been coming to Ice Days in Conyers for over 20 years, making it the longest running real ice skating rink in Georgia.  READ MORE

Winter Wonderland at Fernbank

Druid Hills - (Sock Skating Rink) November 19, 2022 - January 8, 2023
During the holidays at Fernbank, museum visitors experience decorated trees, giant snow globes, and a sock skating rink! More details to be released. READ MORE

License to Chill at Margaritaville at Lake Lanier Islands

Buford - November 19, 2022 - February 26, 2023
License to Chill Snow Island is a seasonal amusement park at Lake Lanier Islands that features one of the fastest snow tubing hills in North America. It includes winter-themed carnival rides, an ice skating rink, fire pit with s’mores, and specialty winter drinks and snacks. READ MORE

Avalon on Ice

Alpharetta - November 20, 2022 - January 16, 2023
The greenspace at Avalon is transformed into an ice skating rink from November to January. Skaters are encouraged to book reservations online in advance to ensure spots. Admission includes skate rental.  READ MORE

The Rink at Park Tavern

Piedmont Park - November 24, 2022 - January 16, 2023
Park Tavern brings back its ice skating rink in the heart of Piedmont Park. Daytime skating is for ice skating lessons only. The rink opens to all ages 4:30-8pm on weekdays and 11:30am-8pm on weekends (after 8:30pm, skaters must be over age 16).  READ MORE

Rink on the River at The Mill on Etowah

Canton - November 24, 2022 - January 16, 2023
Rink on the River is back at The Mill on Etowah in Canton. Visitors to this rink love that it is covered and that it is near all the great shopping and dining at Etowah Mill.  READ MORE

Skate the Sky on The Roof at Ponce City Market

Atlanta - November 25, 2022 -January 8, 2023
Skate among the stars on The Roof at Ponce City Market! "Skate the Sky" features a 3,500-square-foot ice skating rink overlooking the City of Atlanta atop PCM's rooftop terrace.  READ MORE