The Best Indoor Ice Skating Rinks in NYC for Year-Round Family Fun

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The Sky Rink at Chelsea Piers is open for lessons and hockey programs. Photo courtesy of Chelsea Piers

As much as we love ice skating outside, sometimes it's just too cold, hot, or rainy for New York City's seasonal outdoor ice skating rinks. Indoor ice skating rinks in NYC let kids skate year-round. Some in-the-know parents with young ice skating enthusiasts say they prefer indoor ice skating rinks in NYC because the ice's quality is better, making for a smoother glide, which is especially helpful for newbies.

Here are six indoor family-friendly ice skating rinks in NYC to consider the next time your kids want to go for a glide. Find more indoor places to play in our NYC Kids' Guide to Indoor Play Spaces and Fun Zones.

100 Free Things To Do in DC with Kids

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Enjoy Art in Bloom during the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Photo by Elvert Barnes via FLickr 2.0

Raising children in the DC area is an amazing adventure—it certainly has been for my family! From free museums and nature centers to amazing playgrounds and fun festivals, there are so many free things to do in DC with kids. This has allowed my family to discover hidden gems, explore iconic places, and have loads of fun while saving money. It also means visitors from out of town can have a fabulous family vacation full of historic and cultural experiences, nature, and play time without breaking the bank.

Here is our ultimate list of 100 free things to do with kids in DC, from the best free attractions in DC to free events in DC. For even more ways to have fun without reaching into your wallet, check out our Guide to Free Things To Do in DC with Kids and our list of free indoor places to play in the DC area. 

100 Fun Free Things To Do in Los Angeles with Kids

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There is so much free fun to be had at places in LA like LACMA. Photo by Joey Zanotti via Flickr 2.0

Free things to do in Los Angeles are words that likely grab your attention, and there's no shortage of free activities and attractions in a city as large as LA. Save your funds for birthday gifts, Christmas presents, summer camps, and theme parks, and instead, take advantage and plan out your days with the kids with all the many free things to do in Los Angeles. 

22 Free Things To Do Indoors in Westchester and the Hudson Valley: Free Places To Play Indoors on Cold and Rainy Days

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Kids can peek into the marine life in the aquariums at the Marine Education Center in Mamaroneck. Photo by Susan Miele

These free indoor places to play in Westchester and the Hudson Valley are a salve for those bad weather days when you don't want to be stuck inside with the kids waiting to hear the dreaded (and inevitable), “I’m bored.” When you need somewhere warm, dry, and free that isn’t your living room, having a few reliable options in your back pocket makes all the difference.

From Scarsdale to Kingston, the region offers a wide variety of fun, free things to do at local museums, malls, marine sanctuaries, and more to keep kids and parents entertained and engaged. These are places I’ve personally tried with my own kids—spots that are not only budget-friendly, but genuinely fun and engaging, even on the longest rainy or freezing days.

Find more free fun in our Guide to Free, Fun Things To Do with Westchester and Hudson Valley Kids.

100 Free Things To Do Indoors on Long Island: Free Places To Play Indoors on Cold and Rainy Days in 2026

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Discover the trails at Quogue Wildlife Refuge for a day of free, outdoorsy fun. Photo by Jaime Sumersille

My family loves exploring free activities on Long Island. We've discovered a wealth of hidden gems and saved so much money, all while having amazing adventures. With that in mind, we've compiled a massive list of 100 free, family-friendly, interactive activities on Long Island, perfect for kids of all ages. 

From playgrounds and parks to museums and festivals, get ready to make incredible memories, explore new locations, and stay on budget! Read on to plan your next completely free family outing. 

For even more no-cost fun, check out our Guide to Free Things To Do with Long Island Kids and Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free on Long Island.