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Houston's only outdoor skating rink returns this winter!

Green Mountain Energy Ice  opens November 15 through February 2!

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Glide beneath the glittering lights of downtown Houston and discover the holiday magic on Green Mountain Energy Ice at Discovery Green! 

  • Skaters must sign a waiver online after purchasing tickets. E-tickets will not be sent until the waiver is completed.
  • All skaters must have a pre-purchased ticket to enter the venue. (Skating guests under the age of 12 may have a parent or guardian accompany them.)
  • Tickets are available online only. Please purchase a ticket before paying for parking. 

Have questions about the ice rink?

We have answers at discoverygreen.com/ice-faq.

Hours of operations

Hours of Operation  

Monday – Thursday 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. 

Fridays 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.

Saturday & HISD School Holidays* 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. 

Sunday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Thanksgiving Day 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. 

Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve    11 a.m. – 7 p.m. 

Christmas Day & New Year’s Day   1 p.m. – 7 p.m. 

Martin Luther King Day (Jan. 20) 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.  

*HISD School Holidays are (Nov. 25 – 29; Dec. 23 – 31; Jan. 1-6 & 20)

** Green Mountain Energy Ice will be closed on Nov. 16. The rink closes at 4 p.m. Dec. 8, will be open regular hours on Dec. 9 and opens on Dec. 10 at 6 p.m.

During Special Skaters nights (Dec. 3 & Jan 28, 5 – 8 p.m.) only those accompanying skaters with disabilities will be allowed on the ice.

Tickets

Regular Admissions:

$18 plus tax (includes skates, for 75 minutes).

PLEASE NOTE: All tickets must be purchased online. Tickets will not be available for purchase at the ice rink will-call window.  

Sales support the Discovery Green Conservancy. Thank you! 

Inclusive Skating:

Non-motorized wheelchairs are always welcome on the rink. Guests in wheelchairs are asked to bring a responsible adult to accompany them. On Special Skaters Sunday Nights, the rink is reserved for skaters with special physical or developmental challenges to enjoy the rink. For more information visit discoverygreen.com/inclusiveskaters

Ticket sales support Discovery Green Conservancy, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that depends on the generosity of park visitors and other friends to maintain the park and to fund free events held here every year.

The ice rink may be closed or delayed at times due to weather conditions. Check www.discoverygreen.com for closures and other delays. Guests holding tickets will be notified via email and their tickets refunded if weather closures are necessary at their reserved times.

Green Mountain Energy Discounts
Employees and customers receive $2 discount. Proof of current billing or employee identification required for entry.

Bank of America Discounts
Customers and employees receive $2 discount. Proof of customer card, billing or employee identification required for entry.

First responders & Military
Receive $2 discount for up to 5 people; must show valid I.D.

Forever Green Members
Discovery Green members  receive $2 discount. Proof of member card required for entry. Maximum 5 family members.

Bumper Cars on Ice! NEW THIS YEAR!

Monday, January 6 – Sunday, January 19

Slip, slide, spin and crash with Bumper Cars on Ice at Discovery Green. This timeless amusement ride gets an updated twist at Houston’s only outdoor ice-skating rink. No license or experience needed to drive! Tickets are $20 plus tax for a seven-minute ride. Children must be taller than 42 inches to ride. Hours of operation as the same as the ice rink.

GREEN MOUNTAIN ENERGY ICE AT DISCOVERY GREEN EVENTS:

Skate Party Saturdays

Saturdays, December 28 and January 4 from 7-10 pm

DJ G Funk will bring the party while you and your friends enjoy skating on the ice.

Skating Stars

Sundays, November 17 and 24; December 1, 15-29; January 5 and 26; February 2 from 7-7:15 pm

Houston’s top figure skaters perform demonstrations. Get inspired by what’s possible when you practice on Green Mountain Energy Ice at Discovery Green!

Sundays with Santa!

Sundays, November 24 and December 1, 15 and 22 from 4-5 pm

Children of all ages are invited to visit with a Santa Claus of different backgrounds.

Cheap Skate Mondays

Mondays, November 18, December 2-16, January 13 and 27 from 5-10 pm

On select Mondays this winter, glide around Green Mountain Energy Ice at Discovery Green for just $9 plus tax per person (includes skate rental).

 

Inclusive Skating Night Tuesday

Tuesdays, December 3 and January 28 from 5-8 pm

A welcoming environment for skaters with special physical or developmental disabilities to enjoy the rink. Guests with special needs skate for free. Guests in non-motorized wheelchairs require a responsible adult to accompany them. Ice rink will close to the public at 5 pm in partnership with Family to Family Network and BEE Abled. Learn more at discoverygreen.com/inclusiveskaters.

We Love Houston Wednesdays – BOGO

Wednesdays, November 20, December 4-18, January 8-29 from 5-10 pm

Slide through the mid-week blah’s by grabbing a friend and hitting the ice! Enjoy your favorite Houston-themed music. Houston themed clothing encouraged. Show your Houston love! Buy one admission and get another FREE!

Student Discount Night

Thursdays, November 21, December 5-19, January 9-30 from 5-10 pm

On select Thursdays, high school and college students can show their current student ID to receive $2 off admission. Not a student? Come out and skate anyway!

Happy Hour Fridays

Fridays, November 22, December 6-20, January 10-31 from 5-8 pm

Get your weekend started with fun. Purchase tickets for anytime between 5 and 8 pm and receive $2 off admission. Plus, get a free ice cream when you spend $12 or more at The Lake House.

Schedule

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Skating Rink

Ice Rink Events, a Houston-based designer, manufacturer, installer, and operator of ice rinks around the globe, transforms Kinder Lake’s model boat basin into a holiday skating destination each winter season at the park. The expanded rink uses equipment that runs on renewable energy and even the ice rink border is made from recycled plastic materials.
Green Mountain Energy Ice will be open November 15 through February 2. To purchase your tickets visit: Purchase tickets at discoverygreen.com/ice.

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