Ice Skating
Lace up under the lights at Buffalo RiverWorks. Public open skate on our covered downtown rink — bring your own skates or rent a pair and glide. Ice season starts November 1. Late-season ice depends on the weather.
- Skate rental $5 per pair
- Just $4 each with your Independent Health card
Limited availability — check before you come.
How open skate works.
No experience needed — just show up, gear up, and glide.
Book a session
Availability is limited, so reserve your open-skate spot online before you head down.
Grab your skates
Bring your own or rent a pair on site for $5 — $4 with your Independent Health card.
Hit the ice
Take to our covered downtown rink and skate under the lights. Dress warm and have fun.
What it costs.
Public skating is priced per person. Renting the whole rink? We’ve got hourly rates too.
Skate the session
Join open skate on the covered rink. Kids and first-timers welcome.
★ $4 with Independent Health card
Book your skate
Need skates?
Rent a pair on site — no need to bring your own to get on the ice.
★ $4 with Independent Health card
Rent the rink
Book the ice for your own group, practice, or event by the hour. Monday through Thursday.
Bring your Independent Health card.
As our Official Health & Wellness Partner, Independent Health members save on every visit — just show your card at the rink.
Skate rental $5 → $4
Plan your visit.
A few quick things to know before you head to the rink.
Check availability
Open-skate times are limited — book online and check the schedule before you come.
Covered & open-air
Our rink is outside but covered by a pavilion. Dress warm for the weather.
Skates on site
Forgot your skates? Rent a pair for $5 ($4 with your Independent Health card).
Sign the waiver
Complete the RiverWorks activity waiver before you take the ice.
Ready to hit the ice?
Book your open-skate session online, or reach our team to rent the rink for your own group in downtown Buffalo.