The Forecast? 100% Chance of Fun at Holland Ice Park!
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Holland Michigan’s Ice Park Is Back Again!
Looking for a way to make this winter a little more fun? Holland’s outdoor Ice Park is the coolest place for ice skating, curling, and winter fun for everyone, and we’ve got all the chilly details.
Just off 6th Street and College Avenue, at Window on the Waterfront Park, this winter hot spot should top your favorite things to do in Holland list.
Bundle up, hit the ice, and make a day of it with Holland’s downtown shops and restaurants.
Open Skate Tickets & Curling Sheet Reservations Now Available!
The first day to purchase tickets for the 2026-27 season is Friday, October 16, 2026.
Space is limited to prevent over-crowding, and all tickets and reservations must be purchased online in advance, so don’t wait. Slots sold out last year. Get your tickets before you go.
Open Skate Tickets: $10 per person, which includes skate rental. And they’ve got 400 pairs of skates ready and waiting for you.
Curling Sheet Reservations: $100 – $125 / 90-minute session
Your Winter Happy Place
Located at Window on the Waterfront, the Ice Park is connected to nature, but it’s also connected to Downtown Holland. You can see the lights from 8th Street – and believe me when I tell you they’ll draw you in like a moth to the flame.
The Ice Ribbon is a long, looping path made for skating that winds through the park, so you’ll feel like you’re going on a trail rather than skating around in circles.
The pine trees along the path are sparkling with twinkle lights, making your journey around the loop even more magical.
There’s also a curling area, huge fire pits with seating, heated sidewalks (a nod to downtown Holland), and a plaza with skate rentals, restrooms, and concessions.
It’s Ice Park Season
At the center of the project is a large ice rink connected to a looping ribbon, all refrigerated so the ice stays solid from November through March.
Even if the weather gets weird (hello, Michigan), the rink will be ready.
The main building has a sheltered seating area with tables and benches.
When the rolling garage doors are closed, you’re protected from the wind, but can still see through the glass.
When the doors are rolled open, the space can be used for more seasons, providing shade or cover for activities and classes in all seasons.
In the warmer months, the park switches gears to host recreation programs and community events.
There’s even terraced seating where you can watch summer concerts or hold a yoga class.
A Longtime Dream
The idea of having an ice rink downtown had been floating around for years, and last winter, with modern refrigeration and strong community support, it finally happened.
Major donors like the Jim Jurries Family and retired teacher Frank Kraai helped turn the vision into a real project. Kraai’s gift alone topped $1 million.
Plan Your Visit: Hours & Dates
Location
71 E 6th St, Holland, MI 49423
616-355-1130
Open Skate & Curling Sheet Sessions this winter as of October 2026:
Dates
Skating Season: November 20, 2026 – March 14, 2027 (weather permitting).
Curling Sheet Season: December 1, 2026 – February 28, 2027
Time Slots
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: 4 PM & 6 PM
Wednesday: *4 PM & 6 PM (*$5 Skate Session Curtesy of LG Energy Solution)
Thursday: *4 PM & 6 PM (*$5 Skate Session Curtesy of LG Energy Solution)
Friday: 4 PM, 6 PM & 8 PM
Saturday: 10 AM, 12 PM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 3 PM, 5 PM, 5:30 PM, 7:30 PM, 8 PM
Sunday: 12 PM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 3 PM, 5 PM, 5:30 PM
Holiday Break Schedule: (December 18, 2026 – January 1, 2027)
Friday, December 18: 2 PM, 4 PM, 6 PM, 8 PM
December 19 – 23: 12 PM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 3 PM, 5 PM, 5:30 PM, 7:30 PM, 8 PM
December 24 & 25: CLOSED
December 26 – 30: 12 PM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 3 PM, 5 PM, 5:30 PM, 7:30 PM, 8 PM
December 31: 12 PM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 3 PM
January 1, 2027: 12 PM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 3 PM, 5 PM, 5:30 PM, 7:30 PM, 8 PM
Special Events
Character Skate Wednesdays: Every Wednesday in January, February and March everyone is invited to dress up and hit the ice. Best of all, every skater in costume receives FREE popcorn with paid admission.
Dutch Winterfest: December 1-5, check the calendar for Dutch Skate times. Watch skaters dressed in full authentic Dutch attire glide across the ice.
Glow Nights: Each Friday, in January, February and March, the skating ribbon will GLOW.
Love on Ice: February 12 – 14, 2027.
Fri February 12: Ultimate Love Glow Party. Kick off the weekend with an electrifying glow stick skate featuring high-energy love songs, dazzling lights, and a glowing atmosphere.
Sat February 13: Soul on Ice. Glide to the sounds of soul, R&B, and timeless slow jams that have been bringing people together for generations. 5 – 9:30 PM Skate Sessions Only
Sun February 14: Family Love Day. Celebrate the love of family with an afternoon of skating, family-friendly music, and sweet treats.
The Wait Is Over!
Window on the Waterfront is already a go-to for tulip views, walking trails, and a nature playground. The Ice Park and Skating Ribbon have made it even more popular, so get your tickets ahead of time.
Enjoy dinner at Big Lake Brewery, grab a beverage to go (Holland has a social district), hit the ice for a 90-minute session, then end your visit in a Holland area hotel.
We can’t wait to skate under the lights at Holland Ice Park this winter. Will we see you there?
