The holidays are in full swing. Lights are strung across front yards, holiday music is on the radio and stores are freshly stocked with gifts. The only thing missing is snow. We may not have cooler holiday climates, but we do have a plethora of skating rinks to complete the Christmas-y feel. Grab a scarf and some mittens before heading to any one of these festive skating rinks.
CityScape Phoenix Ice Rink
Be one of the first to skate on CityScape Phoenix's new ice rink. The rink is now open MondaythroughFriday, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Saturday throughSunday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Adult skate is held every Saturday night from 9 p.m. - 11 p.m. with a live DJ and fun activities for adults to enjoy. Additionally, Chloe's Corner is offering free hot chocolate with every skate rental. Visitors 21 and older can purchase beer and wine and enjoy their beverages outdoors in Patriots Square while watching ice skaters and other performances. www.cityscapephoenix.com.
Winter Wonderland at Westgate Entertainment District
Grab your family and friends and skate the night away at the Fountain Park ice rink. Enjoy free ice skating for children 5 years and older. Skate are provided, just don't forget socks. www.westgatecitycenter.com.
W Scottsdale CHILL
Chill down at W Scottsdale's first and only outdoor hybrid skating rink, CHILL. Now until Jan. 6, the pool deck at W Scottsdale will be transformed into a winter wonderland with the skating rink, a faux snow machine, twinkling lights and holiday tunes. Don't stress this holiday season—just CHILL. www.wscottsdalehotel.com/chill
Ice Den
Ice Den is proud to announce its holiday skating season open now until Dec. 26. Experience a real holiday tradition right here in Scottsdale. Holiday admission is $10 for all ages and includes two hours of skating, rental skates, special holiday music, Christmas lighting, skating Santa and Rudolph or Frosty. http://www.coyotesice.com/homepage.