Get ready—whether indoors or out, visiting one of the skating rinks in NJ is a timeless activity for the whole family. First-timers can use cute skate aids to keep balance, and pros will glide around the rink to the beat of the overhead tunes. Scroll down to find an indoor or outdoor rink near you and get ready to skate away, night or day. (featured photo credit: Newport Skates)

Ice Skating Rinks In NJ For Family Gliding Fun

North – Skating Rinks in NJ

Bergen County’s The Rink at Winter Wonderland
Winter Wonderland kicks off the holiday season on November 28 with open-air skating for all ages and skills. The popular Blitzen Bumper Cars, which glide on the ice during special timed sessions and don’t require skates or skill, are back this year.
Van Saun County Park, 216 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652

Newport Skates
Located on the Jersey City waterfront, this outdoor ice skating rink is planning to open in early 2026, offering lessons and family fun. Stay tuned to their social media accounts for opening day. 
95 River Drive South, Jersey City, NJ 07310

Skylands Ice World
Skate indoors on either of the NHL-sized rinks, named the Forum and Coliseum, at one of the daily open skates. And for tweens and teens looking to hang out, there’s an Ice Jam party with a DJ playing music every Friday night. 
2765 State Hwy 23, Stockholm, NJ 07460

The Rink at American Dream
Zip around at an NHL regulation-sized ice rink with features like open skating, figure skating, hockey tournaments, and private events. You can also host your own hockey game or rent out the rink.
1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ 07073

Central – Skating Rinks in NJ

Mercer County Park Ice Skating
Located in Mercer County Park, this open-air rink has a covering, so you can skate even when flakes are falling. Skating goes through March, so check their calendar for public open skates and lesson availability. 
1638 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, NJ 08550

Red Bank Armory
This military training facility-turned-ice rink is open to all ages for figure skating, ice hockey, and public skating. They even have an off-ice training center with new turf and equipment.
76 Chestnut Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701

The Ice Palace
Bring your whole family to practice their ice skating skills at one of the oldest indoor ice skating rinks in NJ—or take a lesson to learn how to skate.
197 Chambers Bridge Road, Brick, NJ 08723

Middletown Sports Complex Outdoor Ice Rink
The Middletown Sports Complex debuts its first-ever outdoor ice skating rink this winter, offering open-air skating for all ages and skill levels. Designed as a festive seasonal experience, the rink is perfect for family outings, casual skaters, and anyone looking to enjoy winter fun close to home. Lace up, glide under the open sky, and make a new winter tradition in Middletown.
Middletown Sports Complex, 6 Timber Lane, Middletown, NJ

South – Skating Rinks in NJ

Flemington Ice Arena
Gather the whole family and spend a weekend afternoon or Friday at the public skate. Test your skills, and help your kids build up theirs with lessons and open skate practices. 
426 Case Boulevard, Flemington, NJ 08822

Flyers Skate Zone
Come for a fun afternoon or evening of ice skating at this arena, the official training facility for the Philly team. Fans may spot a player or two, but the real draw is the hockey program for all ages, where kids can learn skills and join in clinics. 
601 Laurel Oak Road, Voorhees, NJ 08041

Hollydell Ice Arena
Sharpen your ice skating skills and help your kids practice theirs simultaneously during open skates, with sessions for hockey players, figure skaters, and family fun.
601 Hollydell Drive, Sewell, NJ 08080

The Igloo at Mt. Laurel
Spend a couple of hours on the ice with your family. Introduce your kiddos to ice skating, or watch them spin around in circles. Beginners and littles who don’t know how to skate are encouraged to wear helmets, so BYO accordingly.
3033 Fostertown Road, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054

WinterFest Ice Skating at Cooper River
Lace up your skates and get ready for wintry fun at this outdoor ice skating rink in NJ from November 28 through February 23. Stop by the lodge to warm up with cocoa or rent it for a birthday party. Check their calendar for special nights and events throughout the season.
Corner of Cuthbert Boulevard and Park Avenue, Cherry Hill, NJ 08102

Other ice skating rinks in NJ to check out

Bridgewater Sports Arena
1425 Frontier Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807

Charlie Heger Ice Rick Jersey City
800 Summit Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07307

Howell Ice Arena
269 Squankum Road, Farmingdale, NJ 07727

Ice House
111 Midtown Bridge Approach, Hackensack, NJ 07601

Ice Land Skating Center
6 Tennis Court, Hamilton, NJ 08619

Ice Vault
10 Nevins Road, Wayne, NJ 07470

Jersey Shore Arena
1215 Wyckoff Road, Wall Township, NJ 07727

Mackay Ice Rink
130 W. Englewood Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07631

Montclair State University Ice Arena
1 Arena Drive, Little Falls, NJ 07424

Pro Skate Ice Arena
1000 Cornwall Road, Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852

Richard J. Codey Arena
560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052

Secaucus Ice Rink
150 Plaza Center, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Union Sports Arena
2441-A US-22, Union, NJ 07083

Warinanco Ice Skating
1 Park Drive, Roselle, NJ 07203

William G. Mennen Sports Arena
161 E. East Hanover Avenue, Morris Township, NJ 07950

Winding River Ice Rink
1211 Whitesville Road, Toms River, NJ 08755

Woodbridge Community Center
600 Main Street, Woodbridge, NJ 07095

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