Ice Skating In Manchester This Christmas
Looking for the best places to go ice skating in Manchester this Christmas? From magical outdoor rinks to fully covered family-friendly ice skating venues, Manchester has some of the UK’s top festive skating experiences.
In this guide, we round up every Christmas ice rink in Manchester, including Skate Manchester at Cathedral Gardens, the Trafford Centre Ice Rink and pop-up festive rinks across Greater Manchester.
Whether you’re planning a family day out, a Christmas holiday activity, or winter fun with the kids, this is your complete guide to where to go ice skating in Manchester this Christmas.
Trafford Centre Ice Rink, Tinsel Town
Dates Friday 21st November 2025 to Sunday 4th January 2026
The Trafford Centre will see its very own ice rink pop up again this Christmas at the Trafford Centre Fun Fair
This undercover rink features sparkling lights, festive music and a fun, lively atmosphere. It’s an easy add-on to a family shopping trip and a great winter activity for all ages.
More >>> Ice rink at the Trafford Centre
Skate Manchester Ice Rink, Manchester City Centre
Friday 8th November 2024 to Wednesday 1st January 2024
Enjoy a traditional undercover Christmas ice rink at Skate Manchester.
Located in Manchester City Centre, this year the ice rink will feature a brand-new ice path allowing you to skate around a beautiful Christmas tree.
Great for couples, families, and groups looking for some festive fun. You can also enjoy a sweet treat, a hot drink and a walk through the impressive Christmas Markets nearby.
More >>> Skate Manchester Ice Rink
Rochdale Ice Rink, Santa’s Village, Rochdale
Dates: 21 November 2025 to 4 January 2026
Step into the heart of Rochdale this Christmas at Santa’s Village Ice Rink, located in the historic Town Hall Square.
Open from 21 November 2025 to 4 January 2026 (closed on 25 December), this brand-new outdoor rink offers 45-minute skating sessions perfect for families, beginners, and festive fun-seekers of all ages.
Adults can enjoy sessions from £13.50, children aged 4–12 from £9.50, with student discounts and special school-trip pricing also available, while skate aids are on hire for £5 for younger skaters.
The rink is covered, but still outdoors, so visitors are advised to wrap up warm, and children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Situated as part of the Ignite Fire Festival, visitors can enjoy dazzling fire installations, light displays, and the Christmas market alongside their skating experience.
Around the rink, a festive atmosphere awaits with hot drinks, seasonal treats, and mulled wine, creating the perfect backdrop for memorable family moments.
Whether skating beneath the lights, trying out a skate aid for the first time, or simply soaking up the magic from the sidelines, the Santa’s Village Ice Rink promises a memorable, festive experience in the heart of Rochdale this holiday season.
More >>> Rochdale Ice Rink, Santa’s Village, Rochdale
Skate and Spot Santa, Planet Ice Atrincham
Ongoing
Open all year round, Planet Ice offers the ultimate ice skating experience. A huge indoor ice-rink it is the perfect location to hone your gliding skills.
Plus, over the festive period, they are running fun Skate and Spot Santa sessions. The events last for 2 hours and cost from £15.20 with their family group prices.
Skates need to be hired separately at the time of booking and cost £2.80.
They will also be offering Christmas Day and New Year’s Day Skating Sessions.
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