Holiday Ice Rink at Asheville Yards
Visitors can skate outdoors on real ice beneath twinkling lights accompanied by festive music. Non-skaters can explore the Winter Wonderland free of charge to enjoy seasonal photo ops, weekly winter markets, and holiday movie screenings. Food and drink options include hot chocolate and holiday-inspired craft cocktails.
What to Expect
Real outdoor ice rink with lights, festive drinks, and free non-skater entry
Event Details
Duration
A skating session is scheduled for up to 70 minutes. Sessions may be shortened for safety or ice maintenance.
Food & Drink
Hot chocolate and holiday-inspired craft cocktails are available.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families, casual skaters, and festive date-night visitors
Vibe
Festive and lively
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Skating: $15 per 70-minute session on weekdays; $20–$25 per 70-minute session on weekends and weekdays during the holiday season. Tickets include skate rental, with no discount for bringing your own skates. Non-skaters enter Asheville Yards for free. Weekly Locals Family Skate is advertised as half-price admission on Tuesdays, with regular session times. Private party packages start at $250 and include skating admission for 10 guests, reserved tables, skate rentals, two large pepperoni pizzas, and soft drinks. – Get tickets
- Hours: Tuesday–Friday sessions on November 20, December 1–18, and January 5–15 begin at 3:00 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 6:00 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. Weekdays during the holiday season, with holiday pricing in effect December 21–January 1 and January 18, begin at 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m., and 8:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays have the same listed session times. December 24 closes after the 4 p.m. session.
- Parking: A parking garage with over 600 spaces is at 40 Coxe Avenue, with its entry off Sears Alley. Metered spaces are also available along Coxe Avenue. Do not park in spaces marked “no parking”; vehicles may be towed. Parking and vehicular access inside the gates are not allowed.
- Accessibility: Asheville Yards invites accommodation requests via info@ashevilleyards.com.
Tips & Advice
- Book skating online in advance because sessions often sell out and walk-up availability is limited and not guaranteed.
- Arrive a few minutes before your booked session and complete each skater’s waiver beforehand; valid matching ID is required.
- Bring socks for skate rental, and leave valuables at home because there are no lockers and staff cannot watch belongings.
- Consider the Tuesday Locals Family Skate for its half-price admission, or visit the Winter Wonderland without skating for free.
- Use the Coxe Avenue garage or metered spaces, and avoid marked no-parking spaces because vehicles may be towed.
Special Events & Promotions
- Asheville Yards admission is free for non-skaters throughout the season.
- Tuesday Locals Family Skate offers half-price admission for locals.
- Holiday movie screenings are scheduled for November 27, December 4, 11, and 18, and January 1 and 8.
- Private party packages are sold separately and include skating admission for 10, reserved tables, skate rentals, pizzas, and soft drinks.
- The rink can be rented for private events, including corporate parties and school groups.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to book a skating session in advance?
Yes. Session capacity is limited, sessions often sell out, and walk-up tickets are limited and not guaranteed.
What is included with a skating ticket, and how long can I skate?
A ticket includes skate rental and up to 70 minutes on the ice. Sessions may be shortened for safety or ice maintenance.
What can non-skaters do?
Non-skaters can enter the Winter Wonderland for free, enjoy seasonal photo spots, lights and music, and visit the weekly winter market or movie screenings.
What should skaters bring or do before skating?
Bring socks, complete a waiver before skating, and bring valid ID that matches the signed waiver. Children and other guests under 18 need a parent or guardian to complete their waiver.
Where can I park?
A garage with more than 600 spaces is at 40 Coxe Avenue, with its entrance off Sears Alley. Metered spaces are also available along Coxe Avenue; parking inside the Asheville Yards gates is not allowed.
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