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Top 8 Metro Atlanta Destinations For Ice Skating and Snow Play

By Erin Stolle, Publisher/Editor - Macaroni Kid Alpharetta-Roswell-Milton November 18, 2019

There's something about winter that calls us to want to embrace the chill in the air and feel the cool breeze as we glide along the ice, fly down a snowy hill in a tube, or form the perfect snowball for a friendly fight. Here's a list where you can find some winter fun!




1


Avalon on Ice

Tis’ the season to lace up your skates and glide into the holiday spirit at Avalon on Ice. Our monumental Rockefeller-inspired ice skating rink is back starting November 18th, 2018 through January 21st, 2019. Below please find details on hours of operation, pricing, specialty skating, special events and more!

Hours:
Monday- Friday: 3PM to 10PM
Saturday: 10AM to 10PM
Sunday: 12PM to 7PM

General Admission: 
$18/person includes skates/Children 9 and under $14



2



Skate the Station at Atlantic Station 

Skate the Station returns to Atlantic Station, just in time for the holiday season! Skate beneath the stars and skyscrapers at the largest outdoor ice rink in the southeast on November 15th - January 20, 2020!

Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 4pm - 10pm
Friday - Saturday: 11am - 11pm
Sunday: 11am - 9pm

General Admission: 
$15 ; Children under 12: $12; Seniors (65+): $12; Military: $10



3


Skate the Sky

With breathtaking views of Atlanta's skyline, The Roof at Ponce City Market is transforming Rooftop Terrace, its private event space, into a winter wonderland featuring ice skating, seasonal treats and festive decor. The rink will be open November 29th through the winter, and tickets will be available for purchase at first floor ticket booth.

Hours:
Monday-Wednesday: 3 - 10 PM
Thursday & Friday: 3 - 11 PM
Saturday: 11 AM - 11 PM
Sunday: 12 - 9 PM

Admission:
In addition to rooftop admission, skating is $15 for adults and $8 for kids (12- 5 years old), which includes skates.



4


The Rink at Park Tavern

This holiday season, Park Tavern in Piedmont Park is pulling out all the stops for its popular ice skating rink that has become a beloved annual tradition for all ages. The Rink Powered by Bubly will welcome guests Thanksgiving day through MLK Day to a completely transformed environment that boasts an enchanted Neo-Victorian feel and design elements, charming holiday decor, fun and games, special events, seasonal signature cocktails, delicious fare, and much more.

Hours:
All Ages Monday - Friday 4:30pm-8pm (16+ 8:30pm-Midnight)
All Ages Saturday & Sunday 11:30am-8pm (16+ 8:30pm-Midnight)

General Admission:
$15 Monday through Thursday and $20 Friday through Sunday



5


Snow Mountain

Come conquer our 400-foot snow-covered tubing hill and enjoy our enormous snowy play area! Get your thrills and chills on Dare Devil Plunge, our tallest, fastest slope ever, plus be sure to check out Galactic Snow Tubing for an out-of-this-world nighttime tubing experience featuring color-changing lights and lasers that dance along to today's hottest music! Open select dates November 16, 2019 - February 23, 2020.

Hours:
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Admission:
$34.95 - Includes two-hour tubing session and all day access to the Snow Play area.



6


The Ice Rink at Sugar Hill

Since 1998, Have An Ice Day Enterprise has been providing quality family fun to thousands of skaters. We have now moved to city of Sugar Hill at the City Hall providing the largest portable ice skating rink in the southeastern United States, continuing our legacy of great entertainment for the family.

Hours:
Check website for hours open to public.

Admission:
General Admission: $10
Children 8y-under: $8



7


Old Town On Ice

The longest running outdoor Ice Rink in the State of Georgia!
We will be returning to the Randy Mills Pavilion in Olde Town Conyers on Nov 15th!
Stay tuned for information regarding our 20th anniversary celebration!

Hours:
Check website for hours open to public.

Admission:
$10 per skater Includes Rental Skates if needed



8


License to Chill Snow Island

Get your adrenaline fix at Snow Island tubing on the 575 feet long, 8-story high Parrot Mountain slide, one of the fastest snow rides in North America! Take a spin around the ice rink, bounce in the inflatables at LandShark Landing, or play in the snow! New this year is a fun scavenger hunt to find Santa and get your photo with him. Fun in the snow continues at Snow Island from November 22, 2019 until February 23, 2020.

Hours:
Check website for hours of operation.

Admission:
$39.99 (Over 48" tall); $29.99 (Under 48" tall); Children 2 and under: FREE!!