# San Mateo on Ice: Outdoor Holiday Skating at Central Park

> Event for families in the San Francisco–Oakland–Fremont area (CA). Times are Pacific Time.

- When: Nov 13 – Jan 10 · 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
- Where: San Mateo Central Park (Fitzgerald Field), 50 E 5th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
- Ages: Ages 4 and up; skate aids available for beginners
- Price: $24.61 general admission (includes skate rentals); Skate Buddy trainers $15/hr; free spectator viewing from rink-side railings
- Organizer: On Ice Rinks & City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation
- Official page: https://onicerinks.com/
- Last checked: Wed, Nov 4

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## About

The Peninsula's largest seasonal outdoor ice rink brings 11,000 square feet of real ice to historic Central Park in downtown San Mateo. Sheltered by a grand all-weather pavilion tent, the rink runs daily through early January, offering public open skating sessions regardless of rain or coastal drizzle.

Young skaters can hold onto 'Skate Buddies' (sturdy plastic skating walkers, $15) to maintain balance while circling the ice. Central Park provides flat paved walking paths perfect for strollers, a nearby children's playground, and tranquil Japanese tea garden paths for a relaxing stroll after your session. Advance booking online is highly recommended during weekend afternoons and school winter break.

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