# The Ice at Carter Green Winter Outdoor Ice Skating

> Place to go for families in the Indianapolis–Carmel–Greenwood area (IN). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Open on its own schedule
- Where: The Ice at Carter Green, 10 Carter Green, Carmel, IN 46032
- Ages: All ages (Skate aid stabilizers available for toddlers and first-time skaters)
- Price: $10–$12 admission; $4 skate rental; Skate aids $5; Free for non-skating spectators on the plaza
- Organizer: City of Carmel & The Ice at Carter Green
- Official page: https://www.theiceatcartergreen.com/
- Last checked: Thu, Nov 5

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## About

Located in the cultural heart of Carmel between the Palladium concert hall and The Tarkington Theater, The Ice at Carter Green provides a magical open-air ice skating experience running throughout January and late February. Maintained by dedicated chilling systems, the outdoor ice ribbon remains smooth and crisp even on unseasonably mild winter afternoons. Families gather under twinkling cafe string lights to glide across the ice while family-friendly music plays across the plaza. For tiny toddlers and beginners taking their very first strides on ice, the rink provides sturdy double-bladed rental skates and adorable push-along skate aid buddies that build confidence. Non-skaters and resting parents can relax beside outdoor fire tables or sip specialty hot chocolates, espresso drinks, and sweet warm pretzels purchased from surrounding market huts.

Family Experience & Accessibility:
• Stroller Accessibility: Fully step-free plaza with broad, snow-shoveled brick promenades connecting the parking garages directly to the ice ticket kiosk and skate rental tent.
• Nursing & Rest Spots: Heated skate rental pavilion with rubber-matted flooring and perimeter benches, outdoor heated fire tables, and accessible municipal restrooms located in the adjacent James Building.
• Age Suitability: Welcoming all ages from toddlers using balance trainers up through teens and grandparents enjoying recreational gliding.
• Sensory Tips: Crisp open-air environment with upbeat pop and classical background music; weekday afternoon sessions offer tranquil, low-crowd skating conditions.

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