# Polar Ice Cary Family Public Ice Skating & Toddler Skate Sessions > Place to go for families in the Raleigh–Cary area (NC). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Polar Ice Cary, 1410 Buck Jones Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606 - Ages: All ages (youth skate rentals from toddler size 7 and up; stabilizer walkers for young beginners) - Price: Public skating: $12–$15 per skater (skate rental included); beginner skate aids $5; free admission for non-skating spectators - Organizer: Polar Ice Cary - Official page: https://www.polaricehouse.com/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 10, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/raleigh/activities/polar-ice-cary-family-public-ice-skating-and-toddler-skate-sessions--listing-edcc1be2f8e6f879c00c8dbb ## About Conveniently situated along the Raleigh and Cary border, Polar Ice Cary offers two full sheets of indoor ice providing exceptional winter recreational skating for Triangle families. The facility hosts frequent weekend and holiday public skate sessions where families can glide across freshly cut ice resurfaced by Zamboni between turns. Novice skaters and toddlers can utilize balanced skate walkers to gain balance and independence, while experienced staff patrol the ice to maintain a safe, welcoming flow. Off the ice, parents will appreciate the heated viewing lobby, concession counter with warm drinks and snacks, and clean family restrooms. Polar Ice Cary also hosts weekend family beginner classes and youth hockey leagues that invite youngsters into the joy of winter ice sports. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Paved parking with ramped entryway; strollers can easily roll throughout the main lobby, pro shop, and rink viewing corridors. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Climate-controlled heated lobby with padded seating, tables, and private accessible family restrooms. • Age Suitability: Ideal for toddlers, kids, tweens, and parents; double-runner skates and training aids support the youngest skaters. • Sensory Tips: Arena is chilled to approximately 52°F with bright arena lighting and arena sound system; dress in layers with warm socks, hats, and mittens. ## Similar picks in Raleigh - [Polar Ice Raleigh Family Public Ice Skating Sessions & Learn to Skate](https://grassyknees.com/raleigh/activities/polar-ice-raleigh-family-public-ice-skating-sessions-and-learn-to-skat--listing-9439f42cd20aea9b14f14d5f) — Open on its own schedule · Polar Ice Raleigh · All ages · From $15 · checked Nov 5. 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