Downtown Graham’s Ice Skating Rink

Dates: November 26 – December 19, 2021 (weather 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 (*On Monday’s “Reserve a Session” & Thursday’s “Skate with the Characters” need reservations & there is a cost) 
Location: Downtown at Alamance Arts • 213 South Main Street, Graham, NC 27253

2021 Downtown Graham’s Ice Skating Rink Survey

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. Maximum of 40 participants on the ice during regular sessions. 

All parent/guardian’s 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* 
*to allow time for ice rink preparations before each session

Parking

Available at Alamance Arts & City Hall

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

• Reserve a Session for Your Group – Monday Nights (cost & reservations required)
• Skate with the Characters Nights – Thursday Nights (cost & reservations required)
• Friday Theme Nights
• Campfire Nights – Fridays & Saturdays (weather/wind permitting) 
• Downtown Graham Christmas Parade – 1st Saturday in December
• City of Graham Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration
• Christmas at Alamance Arts: an Artful Gathering of Gifts – a shopping experience with a unique selection of original and handcrafted gifts by local, regional and international artists

Inclement Weather Updates

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

Stay Up To Date

Follow us on Facebook to stay up to date on the special events and any inclement weather updates. Questions about the Ice Rink? Please call Brandy McCandless, Marketing Supervisor, at (336) 513-5510.

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Special Ice Rink Events

Reserve a Session for Your Group (Reservations Required, Rink Closed to the Public)
Every Monday
Cost: $30 per session, skate rentals are included (no refunds)
Session 1: 5:00 – 5:45pm
Session 2: 6:00pm – 6:45pm
Session 3: 7:00pm – 7:45pm
Reserve a session at the rink exclusive to your group or family. The ice rink will be closed to the public during reserved sessions. Minimum of 15 skaters in the group and maximum of 40 skaters on the ice. If the rink is not reserved, the session will be open to the public. All parent/guardian’s and/or participants will be required to sign the “City of Graham Waiver, Release of Liability, Permission & Authorization Form” upon arrival before skating. Reservations will be taken online beginning Tuesday, November 23 (updated). Space is limited. 

Make Your Group’s Reservation

Skate with the Characters (Reservations Required, Space Is Limited)
Cost: $5 per skater, skate rentals are included (no refunds) 
Thursday, December 2 – Characters: Skate with Princesses Tiana and Ana (by Princess Parties of NC)
Thursday, December 9 – Characters: Skate with Superheroes, including Spider-Man, Batgirl, Raven, & Scarlett Witch (by Alamance Children’s Theatre)
Thursday, December 16 – Characters: Skate with The Grinch, Cindy Lou Who, & other Whoville Characters (by Alamance Children’s Theatre)
Session 1: 5:00 – 5:45pm
Session 2: 6:00pm – 6:45pm (FULL for 12/16)
Session 3: 7:00pm – 7:45pm (FULL for 12/16)
All parent/guardian’s and/or participants will be required to sign the “City of Graham Waiver, Release of Liability, Permission & Authorization Form” upon arrival before skating. Reserve your time slot/session beginning Tuesday, November 23 (updated). Online reservations close at 12:00noon the day of the event. Space is limited to 30 skaters per session. 

Reserve Your Skate with the Characters Session

Friday Theme Nights
Friday, December 3 – Flannel & Frost Night
Friday, December 10 – Festive Headwear Night 
Friday, December 17 – Ugly Christmas Sweater Night (It’s National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day!)

Campfire Nights 
Every Friday & Saturday (weather/wind permitting)
Beginning at 5:00pm
S’mores: $1.00
The City of Graham Fire Department may even stop by for a special lesson in fire safety!

Downtown Graham Christmas Parade 
Saturday, December 4, 2021
Begins at 10:00am

City of Graham Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration
Sunday, December 5, 2021
Visit the webpage for details!

Christmas at Alamance Arts: an Artful Gathering of Gifts
Dates & Times: TBD
A shopping experience with a unique selection of original and handcrafted gifts by local, regional and international artists. Additional Information