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Visitors can skate on a 450-square-meter real ice rink in the center of Saalfeld. The program features an evening ice disco with regional DJs, dedicated family days, and remote-control car sessions on the ice. Hot beverages and food are available directly beside the rink from JIGGER.

What to Expect

Skate on a 450-square-meter real ice rink with an on-site ice disco.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Marktplatz

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Faber Wartung & Service GmbH

Food & Drink

JIGGER serves food and hot drinks directly beside the ice rink.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

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Best For

Families and recreational skaters

Vibe

Festive and active

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

€

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Ice-rink use: €6 per person for 2 hours. Skate rental: €6 per pair of skates for 2 hours. Skating aid: €6 per bear/penguin for 2 hours. Tuesday is Family Day: €1 off all prices. Ice-stock curling: €50 per group of two teams (maximum five people per team), plus €5 per person. – Get tickets
  • Hours: Monday–Thursday 14.00–21.00; Friday 14.00–22.00; Saturday 11.00–22.00; Sunday 11.00–21.00. Holidays: 24.12. 11.00–14.00; 25./26.12. 14.00–22.00; 31.12. 11.00–16.00; 01.01. 14.00–21.00.

Tips & Advice

  • Register for ice-stock curling or a skating group when sign-ups open on October 12, 2026.
  • Bring your own electrically powered RC vehicle for FrostRacer, as rental cars are not available.
  • Choose Tuesday for Family Day, when all prices are reduced.
  • Visit on Friday for the Ice Disco with regional DJs.
  • Allow time to rent skates or a skating aid if you need them; both are available at the rink.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Tuesday is Family Day, with reduced prices on all prices.
  • Wednesday is Sponsor Day.
  • Friday features an ice disco with regional DJs.
  • Sunday FrostRacer is an extra-ticket activity; participants must bring their own electrically powered RC vehicles.
  • Registration for ice-stock curling and skating groups opens on October 12, 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What skating facilities are available?

There is a real ice rink of about 450 square metres, with skate rental and skating aids available.

Is there food and drink beside the rink?

JIGGER offers food and hot drinks directly beside the rink.

Do I need to register for ice-stock curling or a skating group?

Registration is required for ice-stock curling and skating groups; sign-ups open October 12, 2026.

Can I bring a remote-control car to take part in FrostRacer?

Yes. Bring your own electrically powered RC vehicle; no rental cars are available, and no advance registration is required.

Are there activities for families?

Tuesday is Family Day, with skating described as suitable for families, including beginners and people skating hand in hand.

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Last Updated: Nov 3, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team