It sounds like a contradiction: ice skating in the desert. But Las Vegas has quietly become one of the best skating towns in the Southwest. Between seasonal rooftop rinks on the Strip and year-round NHL-caliber facilities, there is ice for every season and every skill level — from first-timers hugging the boards to skaters carving figure eights.
For visitors beating the 110°F summer heat, an indoor sheet of ice is as refreshing as any pool. For winter visitors, the seasonal rinks turn the Strip into a holiday postcard. This guide breaks down every rink worth your time, what each is best for, and what it will cost.
The Rinks at a Glance
| Rink | Type | Best For | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ice Rink at The Cosmopolitan | Seasonal (winter) rooftop | Views, dates, photos | ~$30 incl. rentals |
| Las Vegas Ice Center | Year-round indoor | Public skate any day | ~$15 incl. rental |
| City National Arena | Year-round indoor | Golden Knights ice | ~$13–$15 |
| America First Center | Year-round indoor | Henderson + Silver Knights | ~$13 |
| Rock Rink at Downtown Summerlin | Seasonal outdoor | Family nights | ~$18 |
| Oasis Rink at Fontainebleau | Seasonal rooftop | Largest Strip rink | Rink entry free; rentals extra |
1. The Ice Rink at The Cosmopolitan — the Strip’s Holiday Headliner
Every winter, the Cosmopolitan transforms its Boulevard Pool deck (fourth floor) into a real ice rink with the Strip glowing around it. Fire pits, seasonal cocktails and rooftop views make this the most photogenic sheet of ice in the city — it has been named one of the best ice skating rinks in North America by users of USA Today’s 10Best list. Skate-and-sip evening sessions are signature Las Vegas.
When: Late November through mid-January, so winter visitors are the lucky ones.
Price: Roughly $30 with skate rental included; discounted Mondays–Thursdays for Nevada residents, military and first responders.
Everything you need to plan the visit is covered in our complete Cosmopolitan Ice Rink guide.
2. Las Vegas Ice Center — the Year-Round Local Favorite
If you want to skate in July — or any random Tuesday in March — the Las Vegas Ice Center is the city’s permanent home for ice. At 9295 W. Flamingo Road (Unit 130), this community arena runs public skating sessions nearly all year, plus lessons, hockey leagues, figure skating programs and a snack bar. It is a local staple, a great family pick, and often the cheapest way to get out on the ice.
Price: $15 covers admission and skate rental; reservations at lasvegasice.com.
Details are covered in our Las Vegas Ice Center guide.
3. City National Arena & America First Center — NHL Practice Rinks Open to the Public
City National Arena in Summerlin is the Vegas Golden Knights’ practice facility: two NHL-sized sheets and open-to-the-public hours when the pros are off. Its Henderson sibling, America First Center (222 S. Water St.), hosts the Silver Knights and also opens its ice for public skate. Both are year-round, cold, clean and cheaper than most Vegas entertainment.
Price: Around $13–$15 at either.
4. The Rock Rink at Downtown Summerlin — Skating Under the Stars
A 40-foot holiday tree, seasonal music and an outdoor rink on The Lawn: the Rock Rink is the family-friendly choice in the west valley and runs through mid-January. $18 covers rink time and rentals, and it is far more relaxed than the Strip.
5. Oasis Ice Rink at Fontainebleau — the Newest & Largest on the Strip
Fontainebleau’s Oasis Ice Rink is now the largest real ice rink on the Las Vegas Strip — 7,500 square feet on the third-floor pool deck. Skating runs nightly from about 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. through the holidays. Entering the rink area is complimentary; you only pay for a skate session and rentals. Cabanas, firepits and seasonal bars make it a full winter village.
When to Go & How to Save
- Summer — head to the year-round facilities (Las Vegas Ice Center, City National Arena) to beat the heat. It’s a win-win: cold ice inside and 110°F outside.
- Winter — the seasonal rinks on the Strip (Cosmopolitan, Fontainebleau, Rock Rink) open from about mid-November through early January; weekday evenings are calmest.
- Book ahead — sessions at America First Center, the Ice Center and the Cosmopolitan require reservations.
- Check the schedule — public hours get preempted by hockey games and private rentals. Always verify before you drive out.
- Dress warm — the air hovers around 55–60°F at these rinks no matter what the weather is doing; mittens and a light jacket make a big difference.
- Bring thick socks and trim nails; rental skates tire out your ankles quickly.
Beginner? Totally Normal
Your first session will feel like balancing on a blade — you’ll fall, everyone does, and the ice is soft on your tailbone. Rinks offer double-blade walkers for free or a couple of dollars, and both the Ice Center and City National Arena run learn-to-skate classes for kids and adults. A couple of visits and you’ll be gliding past the people who laughed.
Around the Ice
While you’re on the cool side of Las Vegas, top off the day at one of the city’s ice bars — Minus5, where your glass is made of ice — or plan a whole winter trip with our Vegas winter guide. And if the pools are calling instead, our best hotel pools guide has you covered.