When the temperatures start to dip and New Yorkers begin to reach for their oversized sweaters and trusty black puffer coats, there’s one thing we know for sure: ice skating season has arrived, baby!
From Rockefeller Center’s iconic rink to Industry City’s festive open-air ice rink, and, of course, Wollman Rink at Central Park, one thing’s for certain: New York City sure does know how to give skaters what they want. And this season, a brand-new NYC ice skating rink joins the roster!
The first-ever ice skating rink to open on the Williamsburg waterfront is set to freeze over today inside Domino Park’s brand new public plaza, Domino Square as part of a soft-launch phase. And, to celebrate the rink’s inaugural season, tickets are just $2 today, Monday, November 25th, through this Wednesday, November 27th. Full-price ticketing begins this Thursday, November 28th on Thanksgiving.
The 7,000-square-foot rink is on track to transform Domino Square into the ultimate wintertime destination for locals and visitors of all ages to shred the ice and partake in a robust roster of festive programming throughout the winter.
The rink’s location means it will boast stunning views of the NYC skyline being it’s right on the Williamsburg waterfront. And those views, along with the rink itself, can be enjoyed on even the most frigid of days as, according to a rendering (which looks stunning with the snow-draped trees dispersed throughout the area), it looks like there will be a cute little rinkside hot cocoa stand to help keep you cozy all winter long.
Jed Walentas, Principal at Two Trees Management, stated:
With the opening of the first ice rink on the Williamsburg waterfront, we’re providing an unforgettable winter experience against the breathtaking backdrop of the Manhattan skyline. As the Square transforms into a winter wonderland this season, we have no doubt this new public space will continue to be well received by the local community.
Tickets are now available on Domino Park’s website. Once full-price ticketing begins admission will cost $18 for a 75 minute session and $12 for NYC residents. Skates will also be available to rent for $2.