Schenley Skating Rink

Skate outdoors in Pittsburgh's Historic Schenley Park!

The Schenley Park Ice Skating Rink opened in 1975 and has entertained ice skaters and hockey players ever since! Located in scenic Schenley Park, the Rink offers family fun for everyone! 

Opening Day for the 2025-26 Skating Season will be Saturday, November 22, 2025!

For the 2025-2026 Skating Season

  • 300 person maximum per skating session.
  • Skaters must be present to purchase admission at the box office.
  • Parents and Guardians not wanting to skate will still be charged admission and counted in the 300 skater maximum.
  • Admission is good for one session ONLY.
  • Skate aids are available at all sessions except for adult only, on a first come first serve basis.
  • There are no exit/re-entry privileges; once you leave, you may not come back in.
  • When we hit maximum capacity, we close admission.
  • Concessions, vending and arcade games will not be available.
  • No outside food or drinks allowed in Rink facility. Water is the only exception.
  • Skate sessions are 90 minutes-no intermission.

Please keep in mind: Outdoor skating is weather dependent, as warm temperatures and lots of sunshine can deteriorate the ice. Please feel free to call the Rink at 412.422.6523 if you have questions. CitiParks will continue to post all Rink updates on social media: @CitiParksPGH on Facebook, @CitiParks on X, and @CitiParks on Instagram.

Location

  • 10341 Overlook Drive (Near the Tennis Courts), in Schenley Park, Pittsburgh PA 15213
  • (412) 422-6523
  • schenleyrink@pittsburghpa.gov
  • Private Ice Time Rentals available call or e-mail today.

Public Skating Sessions

Click HERE(PDF, 178KB)  to view or print our Skating Sessions Schedule--this Schedule is in effect until February 28, 2026.   Year-End Schedule will run March 1-30, 2026 (schedule coming soon).

Please Note: Public Session times may vary based on holiday schedule and weather conditions

You can purchase Rink Admission Tickets On-Line HERE!

  • A processing fee of $0.90 per ticket will be applied at checkout.
  • On-line tickets are available up to 30 minutes before a session.
  • On-line ticket sales will end with the Skating Sessions on Friday, February 20, 2026.  The Box Office will remain open through Sunday March 29, 2026--weather permitting.

2025-2026 Special Events at the Rink

  • Skate with Santa - Sunday, December 21, 2025  1:30-3 PM (Online tickets only)
  • Country NightSaturday, January 17, 2026  8-9:30 PM (Online tickets only)
  • Mascot Skate -Saturday, January 24, 2026   1:30-3 PM  (Online tickets only)
  • Disco Night -  Saturday, February 7, 2026   6-7:30 PM (All Skate) AND 8- 9:30 PM (Adults Only)
  • Valentine's On Ice - Saturday, February 14, 2026   7-9 PM  Brought to you by CitiParks' Office of Special Events--ticket details coming soon!
  • Family Skate - Thursdays  6:30-8 PM   (One Child Skates Free with a Paying Adult)
  • LITTLE PENGUINS hit the ice at Schenley Rink this January!  Learn More HERE(PDF, 249KB) !

Holiday Skating Sessions

  • Thanksgiving Day -- Closed
  • Christmas Eve --1:30-3 PM Session Only
  • Christmas Day -- Closed
  • New Year's Eve --1:30- 3PM  Session Only
  • New Year's Day --OPEN for 6:30-8 PM Session (Family Night)

Admission & Skate Rental

  • Adults: $6.00
  • Seniors: $5.00
  • Veterans with ID: $5.00
  • Youth (17 & Under): $3.00
  • Skate Rentals: $3.00
  • Skate Sharpening: $7.00--NO Skate Sharpening on Special Event Days--Skate with Santa, Country Night, Mascot Skate, Disco Night & Valentines on Ice

Schenley Skating Rink accepts credit cards, Google Pay and Apple Pay.

last updated: 11/17/2025