Downtown Sacramento Holiday Ice Rink

About this adventure

Operating annually from early November through mid-January at Ali Youssefi Square on 7th and K Streets, the Downtown Sacramento Holiday Ice Rink is a cherished regional winter tradition nestled in the bustling heart of downtown Sacramento. Located just one block from the Golden 1 Center, this open-air refrigerated ice rink provides an enchanting holiday atmosphere with cheerful seasonal pop music, twinkling string lighting overhead, and vibrant surrounding city skyline views. Families with beginning skaters can rent sturdy plastic skater assistance trainers (walker gliders) that offer stability and confidence for young toddlers taking their very first steps on the ice. The rink hosts regular family-themed skate nights, holiday princess visits, superhero sessions, and weekend afternoon community open skate hours. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Excellent pedestrian ramp access from 7th and K Streets directly into Ali Youssefi Square; wide perimeter walkways offer ample stroller parking outside the rink boards. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Covered warming seating benches with radiant outdoor heaters surrounding the ice deck; clean ADA-accessible public restrooms with baby changing stations are located adjacent to the rink plaza. • Age Suitability: Welcomes skaters of all ages from toddlers (age 2+) using walker aids up to teens and adults; skate rentals start at toddler size 8. • Sensory Tips: Upbeat music and festive evening lighting create an energetic environment; weekday morning and early afternoon sessions are peaceful with significantly smaller crowds.