Open-air ice skating arena with skaters gliding on fresh ice
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Buhr Park Outdoor Ice Arena: Open-Air Covered Ice Skating

Through Feb 28Nov 15 – Feb 28 · 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM · Open Nov 15, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027; Public Open Skate: Wed 4:45 PM–5:45 PM, Fri 7:15 PM–8:45 PM, Sat 2:30 PM–4:30 PM & 7:15 PM–8:45 PM, Sun 3:15 PM–5:30 PM

Buhr Park Outdoor Ice Arena2751 Packard Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48108 · 34.6 mi approx. from DetroitDirections

All ages; children ages 3 and under free with paid adult; skate trainers available for beginners

From $6$6 adults (ages 18–59); $5 youth (ages 4–17) and seniors (60+); free for kids 3 & under; $3 skate rental

About this adventure

Located on Ann Arbor's south side, the Buhr Park Outdoor Ice Arena features a unique open-air design with a protective roof overhead and open sides that let in crisp winter breezes while shielding skaters from snowstorms. The full-size 200-foot by 85-foot rink utilizes a refrigerated subfloor system that maintains hard ice even when outdoor winter temperatures rise above 50°F. Public open skate sessions welcome all skill levels, with free admission for children ages 3 and under accompanied by an adult. The facility features a heated indoor warming lobby with coin-operated lockers, skate rental counters, sharpening services, and hot beverage vending. Family-friendly weekend afternoon sessions provide plenty of room for young children learning to glide.

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