Downtown Graham’s Ice Skating Rink on Synthetic Ice

About this event

Downtown Graham’s Ice Skating Rink on Synthetic Ice

Hours & special rink activities/events are tentative based on inclement weather and/or staffing shortages.

Dates: November 20 – December 13, 2026 (3 weeks – closed for Thanksgiving 11/26 ) (weather & staff permitting)

Session Times: 45-minute sessions begin on the hour (see Operational Hours)

Ages: 3 & up (figure skate sizes: 9T – 10, hockey skate sizes: 9T – 13)

Public Session Cost*: no cost for skating or skate rentals; reservations are only needed on Thursdays

*Thursdays are “Skate with the Characters” nights – these evenings require reservations & there is a cost.

Location: Downtown at Alamance Arts • 213 South Main Street, Graham, NC 27253

Join Graham Recreation & Parks at Downtown Graham’s Ice Skating Rink for this 3-week event held annually in November and December! This event features an outdoor synthetic ice skating rink and multiple special events. Real ice skates are used on synthetic ice. Skate rentals are free. Wearing thick socks is recommended. A maximum of 40 participants are on the ice during regular sessions.

Only our staff members are allowed on the synthetic ice without skates. We do have a few Skate Helpers that children can use to build their balance and confidence while they learn to skate. The Skate Helpers are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

All parents/guardians and/or participants will be required to sign the “ City of Graham Waiver, Release of Liability, Permission & Authorization Form ” upon arrival before skating.

Operational Hours

45-minute sessions begin on the hour (allows time for ice rink preparations between each session) • Hours & special rink activities/events are tentative based on inclement weather and/or staffing shortages.

Days - Times

Sundays – public sessions 2:00pm – 7:45pm

Mondays CLOSED

Tuesdays CLOSED

Wednesdays – public sessions 5:00pm – 7:45pm

Thursdays Reservations Required & Cost 5:00pm – 7:45pm • Skate with the Characters (Cost: $5 per skater)

Fridays – public sessions 5:00pm – 7:45pm

Saturdays – public sessions 2:00pm – 7:45pm

Special Ice Rink Events (see “Special Ice Rink Events” tab on this page for details)

• Skate with the Characters Nights – Thursday Nights (cost & reservations required)

• Friday Theme Nights

• Coffee/Warm Seasonal Beverage Truck/Vendors (available on select scheduled evenings)

• Downtown Graham Christmas Parade – 1st Saturday in December

• City of Graham Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration

• Alamance Arts : Experience Christmas – a shopping experience with a unique selection of original and handcrafted gifts by local, regional, and international artists

Parking

Available at Alamance Arts & City Hall

Where to Park Downtown

Link Transit Public Transportation

Consider riding Link Transit to downtown Graham events, restaurants, shops, and local businesses via the Orange Route! Enjoy the trip, and connect with your destination! Learn more about Link Transit routes and schedules at https://linktransit.org/ and view the Live Bus Map .

Link Transit Hours of Operation* (Orange Route runs approximately every 90 minutes):

Monday – Friday • 5:30am – 9:30pm

Saturday • 9:30am – 6:30pm

*No service on Sundays or holidays

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Inclement Weather Updates

Any changes in the schedule and/or cancellations will be posted on the Graham Recreation & Parks Facebook page.

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