Skate beneath the golden Prometheus statue at NYC's most famous ice rink, open for the 2026–27 season through late March.
The Rink at Rockefeller Center is New York's most famous ice-skating spot, set in the sunken Lower Plaza beneath the gilded Prometheus statue and, from late November, the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree.
The 2026–27 season opened October 10, 2026 and runs through the winter; Rockefeller Center has not yet posted a closing date. Skating is by timed session, and tickets sell out on peak holiday dates, so book ahead.
Combine a skate with the Channel Gardens, Fifth Avenue window displays or Top of the Rock nearby.
**Tickets & prices:** General skate from $22; VIP packages from $131 — book at [rockefellercenter.com](https://www.rockefellercenter.com/attractions/the-rink-at-rockefeller-center/).
*Photo: Annanaïg, CC0, via [Wikimedia Commons](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ice_skating_rink_-_Rockefeller_center.jpg).*
The story behind The Rink at Rockefeller Center.
Ice skating at Rockefeller Center dates to 1936, and the rink has since become a fixture of New York winters.
Ringed by flags and overlooked by Art Deco towers, it's one of the most photographed public spaces in the city.
It's small, it's busy, and it's absolutely worth it — few winter experiences feel more New York than gliding under Prometheus.
— The 7Days7Nights editors
Don't miss these.
- 1Iconic rink beneath the Prometheus statue
- 2Christmas Tree views later in the season
- 3Timed skate sessions all winter
- 4VIP skate packages available
- 5Steps from Fifth Avenue windows
Plan your visit.
Reservations
Walk-ins are typically welcome — check the website or Instagram for the latest hours.
Best time to visit
Early-morning or weekday sessions to avoid holiday crowds
Nearest subway
47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr (B, D, F, M)
Hours
2026–27 season opened October 10, 2026; open daily, typically 9am–midnight (varies by date and events). Closing date not yet posted by Rockefeller Center.
Seasonal note
Great year-round, with a different feel each season.
Insider tip
Go on a weekday afternoon to skip the lines and get the best photos.
Price range
Expect $$ pricing. Budget accordingly and check the website for the latest.
Who this is for.
On the map.
Subway: 47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr (B, D, F, M)
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