Families ice skating on an outdoor refrigerated rink surrounded by city trees and festive lights
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Boston Common Frog Pond Ice Skating Seasonal Opening (Thanksgiving Week Kickoff)

Visit on your scheduleNov 23 – Mar 15 · 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Open daily from Thanksgiving week through mid-March; Monday 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Tuesday–Thursday 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Friday–Saturday 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Closed Thanksgiving Day)

Boston Common Frog Pond38 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108 · 0.5 mi approx. from BostonDirections

All ages; skate aids available for young children and beginners

From $12Admission $12 for skaters 58-inches and taller; free for children under 58-inches; skate rentals $15 adults, $10 children; Bobby seal rental $15

About this adventure

Glide into the winter season at Boston's most iconic outdoor ice skating rink! Nestled in the heart of historic Boston Common, Frog Pond opens its outdoor refrigerated ice sheet during Thanksgiving week, surrounded by the golden-leafed trees and twinkling skylines of Beacon Hill and Downtown Crossing. Frog Pond is exceptionally family-oriented, offering Bobby the Seal skating aids to help young children learn balance, professional skate sharpeners, and a full fleet of rental skates. After taking laps around the ice sheet, families can warm their hands at the Frog Pond Cafe with steamed hot chocolate, soft pretzels, and warm mac and cheese. Perfect for a brisk post-Thanksgiving family outing!

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