Holiday Ice Skating in the Orange County

Holiday Ice Skating in Orange County? Yes please!!! And although it doesn't feel like winter here in the OC, you can still enjoy this holiday activity that you find abundantly in colder climates.

Get into the holiday spirit by visiting one of these Orange County outdoor ice skating rinks. There are three outdoor ice skating rinks that have opened up for the holiday season here in the OC!

What a fun activity for the entire family. Bring friends, family, your neighbors for some fun on the ice. And your outing must be paired off with a warm cup of hot chocolate (when the weather cools down) or maybe I should say iced hot chocolate!

Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks in Costa Mesa

Winter Fest OC

November 24, 2023 - January 7, 2023
OC Fair & Event Center
88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Winter Fest OC transforms the OC Fair & Event Center into a winter wonderland with oversized holiday decor, more than a million lights, and endless opportunities for memory-making. Enjoy the magic of the holiday season with past Winter Fest OC favorites as well as all-new activities! Activities include; North Pole Journey, ice skating under the stars, 150 foot long ice tubing slide, snowboard simulator, carnival thrills, food and drinks, holiday market, photo ops, and so much more!

Admission includes:

45 minute ice skating session
Ice Skate rentals are included (Smallest available size is Child 8, generally fits 3 years old.)
Doesn't Include Winter Fest OC Admission.

Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks in Santa Ana

Santa Ana Winter Village

December 2 - 31, 2023
OC Civic Center Plaza of Flags
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701

The City of Santa Ana is bringing the joys of winter to our downtown! This family-friendly holiday attraction is located right in the heart of Downtown Santa Ana, at Civic Center Plaza.

Join us for this second annual holiday attraction, right in the heart of Santa Ana. Participants of all ages can enjoy an outdoor ice-skating rink, live entertainment, holiday shopping, local food trucks, and much more. Family-friendly activities available throughout the month. Visit "Hours and Activities" below for details on special activities and other offerings.

Outdoor Ice Skating in Huntington Beach, CA

Surf City Winter Wonderland

TBD
Pier Plaza
1 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA

Huntington Beach’s Pier Plaza is now Surf City Winter Wonderland! A magical place where residents and visitors can “skate” next to Huntington City beach like never before!

Experience Huntington Beach’s coastline in a merry new way this holiday season! Surf City Winter Wonderland is as beachfront as it gets! Ice skate on the beach with an unobstructed view of the pier, sand, and sea.

This partnership between the City of Huntington Beach and Ice-America gives the community another way to enjoy our Downtown Huntington Beach...but on ice!

The Ice Rink at PASÉA

December 14, 2023 - January 2, 2023
Pier Plaza
1 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA

Skate and chill where the sand meets the snow. The 4th annual Ice Rink at Paséa Hotel & Spa returns in 2023 with oceanfront ice skating, reserved firepit experiences, theme nights, holiday cocktails and bites, group skate sessions, performances and more holiday delights.

This year...expect a new level of entertainment at Pasea's fourth annual holiday ice rink. In addition to new theme nights and Santa visits, you can expect photo ops, new holiday treats and festive cocktails, revamped firepit experiences andholiday movies playing on the big screen.

After your time on the ice, warm up with a hot chocolate or a hot apple cider. You can also refuel with Santa's chicken & waffles and deep fried butternut raviolis. The choice is yours! There are many delectable food choices available for purchase!

Looking for a more exclusive location to chill? Book a firepit at any 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM or 8:00 PM time slot

Outdoor Ice Skating in Irvine, CA

Skating Under the Stars at Irvine Spectrum Center

November 3, 2023 - January 7, 2024
Irvine Spectrum Center (near the Big Wheel)
Irvine, CA

This popular ice skating rink is back! Purchase general admission, toddler, senior, and military tickets at the Ice Rink booth near the BIG Wheel, not at the Guest Services kiosk.

Admission includes:

90 minutes of skate time
Ice skates rental

This is a large rink with real quality snow. It's surrounded by great restaurants and shopping!

Outdoor Ice Skating in Mission Viejo, CA

Rudolph’s Rink Synthetic Ice Skating

TBD
Santa’s Village at the Civic Center Plaza
200 Civic Center, Mission Viejo, CA

Back by popular demand we invite all to come out and enjoy this “one week only”, family fun activity. All are welcome to sit back, relax, and take in the holiday ambiance whether you skate or not. 40-minute sessions begin on the hour. Skate rental for this synthetic rink is $12.00 (signed waiver required for each participant/under 18 must have a parent or guardian signature). No one is permitted on rink surface without ice skates.

Ice Skating Times:

Monday - Friday, 4 - 8pm (last session begins at 8:00)
Saturday & Sunday, 2 - 9pm (last session begins at 9:00)

Your $12 ice skating admission includes:

40 minutes of skating time
Ice Skates Rental
Ice Skating is first come first served on the Ice.

Synthetic Ice Skating at The OutPost at Rancho Mission Viejo

December 10 - 23, 2023
San Juan OutPost
30753 Avenida La Pata San Juan Capistrano, California 92675

Fun for the whole family, hanging with friends, and for date nights. You can pre-buy your ice skating admissions and avoid the admissions purchase line. Ice Skating Admissions are $20.00.

Ice Skating Times:

Sunday-Thursday 10am-9pm
Friday & Saturdays 10am-10pm.

Your ice skating admission includes:

60 minutes of skating time Monday-Friday 10am-5pm, and 45 minutes of skating time during our peak hours.
Ice Skates Rental
Ice Skating is first come first served on the Ice.

Outdoor Ice Skating in Newport Beach, CA

Newport Dunes Fire & Ice Festival

November 24, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Newport Dunes
1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, C 92660

The Fire & Ice Festival promises to be an extraordinary addition to the Lighting of the Bay tradition. Enjoy dazzling fire dancers on Friday and Saturday evenings. Cozy up in the Igloo Cocktail Bar, serving both hot toddies and cool drinks, while taking in the festive atmosphere Wednesday - Sunday. Along the shore, fire pits will be ablaze, offering a magical setting for roasting s’mores with convenient kits available. Explore the Holiday Inflatable Garden, perfect for capturing the festive moment with loved ones, enjoy outdoor screenings of holiday movies on the beach.

The waterfront ice rink, one of the largest in Orange County at an impressive 82 x 50 feet. Skaters will enjoy stunning water and marina views, and during the evening as the bay is illuminated, the rink transforms into a winter wonderland with a backdrop of twinkling lights. Don't miss themed skate nights on the ice rink. The ice rink is suitable for ages 3 and above.

Advance booking will be available online at NewportDunes.com starting November 1, 2023.

Your $20 (off-peak hours) or $25 (peak hours) ice skating admission includes: