Kansas might not be the first place that springs to mind for ice skating, but the dedication to the sport of our state's largest city – Wichita – might surprise you! With a top-notch indoor ice center and a seasonal outdoor rink, you can lace up your skates and glide across the ice no matter when you visit Wichita, the Heart of the Country.
In fact, Wichita has hosted several major figure skating events in recent years, including the U.S. Figure Skating's 2018 and 2020 Midwestern and Pacific Coast synchronized skating sectional championships, the 2022 National Theatre on Ice competition and the 2024 Midwestern Synchronized Skating Sectional Championships. Very soon, Wichita will welcome the nation's best figure skaters for the prestigious Prevagen U.S. Figure Skating Championships at INTRUST Bank Arena in January 2025.
- INTRUST Bank Arena
- Recurring daily
The 2025 Prevagen U.S. Figure Skating Championships are headed to Wichita's INTRUST Bank Arena for the first time, January 20-26, 2025. See the nation's top skaters compete on the ice in men's singles, women's singles, pairs and ice dancing in the Heart of the Country!…
Wichita Ice Center
Back to Top of ListThe Wichita Ice Center in downtown Wichita is a popular ice-skating destination. Boasting two impressive ice sheets—NHL and Olympic-sized—it offers a fun and accessible skating experience for everyone, whether you're a seasoned pro or lacing up for the first time. With lively music, engaging games, convenient concessions and affordable prices, you're guaranteed a memorable time on the ice.
Open year-round, the Wichita Ice Center provides a wide range of opportunities to enjoy the thrill of skating:
- Expert coaching and training programs tailored for all ages and skill levels
- Public skating sessions for casual fun
- Figure skating-specific sessions for those wanting to practice their moves
- Birthday parties and private events for special occasions
Public Skating Admission at the Wichita Ice Center:
- Tuesday evenings: $2 per person
- Weekdays: $5 per person
- Nights and weekends: $7 per person
- Skate rental: $5 per person (free for military/first responders)
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- 505 W. Maple St
- (316) 337-9199
The Wichita Ice Center is a premier ice-skating facility in the Midwest with two sheets of ice (NHL and Olympic). A variety of activities are offered for the whole family. Open year-round.
Ice Pond at Chicken N Pickle
Back to Top of ListEach winter, Chicken N Pickle turns part of its outdoor entertainment and dining complex into a beautiful ice pond, inviting guests to enjoy ice skating, curling and hockey!
Single and group reservations (up to 10 people) are available. The ice pond's opening date varies each season, as building the rink requires temperatures to remain at or below 50 degrees. Follow their social media for updates on the pond's status.
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- 1240 N Greenwich Road
- (316) 535-7150
Play pickleball, grab a healthy bite to eat or challenge your friends to lawn games like battleship or cornhole. Located in the Plazzio Center, 13th & Greenwich in Wichita, Chicken N Pickle is an entertainment complex including a fast casual dining restaurant, 10 pickleball…
Beyond the ice pond, Chicken N Pickle hosts festive holiday events suitable for all ages. Enjoy various winter activities, including playing pickleball on one of their six indoor courts, challenging friends to a game in the game room with ping pong and TV screens, or savoring a delicious meal from their fast-casual dining menu.
After your skating adventures, adults can cozy up at Chicken N Pickle's decorated winter igloos through Feb. 15. Similar igloos can be found at Ziggy’s Pizza and Nortons Brewing Co.
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