Rockefeller Center Ice Rink 2024

Ice skating on the Rockefeller Center Ice Rink under the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree is one of New York’s quintessential winter activities.

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 Start: October 12, 2024

End: March, 31 2025

Days: Everyday

Hours: 9pm – 11am

The Rink sets the perfect scene for every occasion, from ice skating lessons and special events to the Après Skate Chalets presented by Balsam Hill. It’s a tradition that has never failed to delight, and you’re always invited to join in on the fun.

Where is the Rockefeller Center Ice Rink 2024?

The Rockefeller Center Ice Rink is located in the Rockefeller Center complex in Midtown Manhattan. Its exact location is in Rockefeller Plaza, below the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree and the statue of Prometheus. It is specifically located between 5th Avenue and 6th Avenue, and between 49th Street and 50th Street. This area is considered by many to be the center of New York and is easily accessible by both public transportation and walking. During the holiday season, this area is where the heart of New York beats, as locals and tourists flock to admire the decorations.

What is near?

In the Rockefeller Center area you can see the now classic giant Christmas balls in the fountain across from Radio City Music Hall, the huge Candy Canes just down 6th Avenue, the nearby Fox Square Christmas Tree and Tunnel Christmas Tree and of course Radio City Music Hall where you can see the Christmas Spectacular show. Finally, don’t miss Saks Fifth Avenue light show, which has now become a Christmas must see.

Within walking distance are Times Square (9 minutes, 0.4 miles), Bryant Park (11 minutes, 0.5 miles), Central Park (12 minutes, 0.5 miles), MoMA ( 7 minutes, 0.3 miles), Grand Central Terminal (10 minutes, 0.5 miles) and many other attractions.

How to get there?

The closest subway stations are 47-50 St-Rockefeller Ctr (B D F M trains) and 5 Av/53 St (E M trains). 5th Avenue and 6th Avenue have many bus lines.