Is there ice skating at Edinburgh's market?

Opens: 18th November 2024 – 6th January 2025 For many people, a wintery Christmas isn't complete without a wee dance across the ice and Edinburgh provides during the winter months with its very own pop-up ice skating rink on George Street.

Does Edinburgh Christmas Market have ice skating?

George Street is home to Edinburgh's Christmas Ice Rink, Polar Ice Bar, and the brand-new Coorie Inn. George Street boasts a new attraction for 2024, the Polar Ice Bar.

Does Edinburgh have ice skating?

Ice Rink Edinburgh | Murrayfield Ice Rink | Scotland. Come and discover the fun you can have on an Olympic sized ice rink in the heart of Edinburgh. Public sessions are available 7 days a week no matter what age or skating ability. A great way to stay active and healthy with the whole family.....

How much is ice skating in Edinburgh?

Tickets from £9 to £12.50 (£5 to £8 for concessions) for around half-an-hour slots depending on the time of day. Family tickets: £20 to £35. Sessions at less busy times earlier in the day are cheaper.

Which Christmas market has ice skating?

With humble beginnings as an open-air Christmas market in Hyde Park, Winter Wonderland has since grown into an extravaganza with ice skating, shows, roller coaster rides, street food stalls, festive bars and live music.

Edinburgh Ice Rink / Rids Christmas Market Lights 2021 / Food & Rids 4K

How much does ice skating at Winter Wonderland cost?

Entrance to Bar Ice and Magical Ice Kingdom cost £17-18 and £9-13 respectively, tickets to Cirque Beserk's show are £12.50-£18, and the ice rink costs £11.50-£17.

Do Edinburgh residents get a discount at Christmas Markets?

Edinburgh local resident discount

Tickets can be booked on Edinburgh's Christmas website or in-person at one of the on-site box offices at West Princes Street Gardens, East Princes Street Gardens, and George Street.

Do you have to book for ice skating?

You can usually walk in to skate in one of our public sessions, but remember that it's always cheaper to book online.

Which is more expensive, ballet or ice skating?

Ice time is expensive and often limited plus it's harder to practice at home. With ballet you can practice at home anytime and studio time is cheaper than ice time. Skating is more expensive, at least at the lower hobby levels.

What age can you go ice skating?

Ice Skating is not recommended for those aged 3 and under. All access to the rink is at the discretion of the Ice Rink management team. We advise parents to use their discretion on whether very young children will enjoy the experience.

What is the Edinburgh skating Club about?

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When eighteenth-century poet Alison Cockburn accepts a light-hearted challenge from her friend Katherine Hume to live as a man, in order to infiltrate Edinburgh's all-male skating club, little do they both realise how her new identity will shape their future.

Is it free to get into Edinburgh Christmas Market?

Do I need an entrance ticket to Edinburgh's Christmas? Entry into all Edinburgh's Christmas sites is free!

What date is the Edinburgh Christmas Market 2025?

15 November 2025 - 04 January 2026

Edinburgh's Christmas transforms the beautiful city centre with festive fun for all the family, including traditional Christmas Markets, funfair rides, spectacular live outdoor events, delicious food and drink, plus so much more. We can't wait to see you all again this year!

Where is Winter Wonderland Christmas market?

Hyde Park Winter Wonderland is back! From 14 November 2025 to 1 January 2026, we'll be opening our gates for six weeks of festive memories made to last a lifetime.

Can you just turn up to Winter Wonderland?

Whether you're 2 or 92, you must have an entry ticket to access Hyde Park Winter Wonderland. You're able to turn up at the event and buy tickets on arrival, however during popular periods time slots sell out in advance, so we strongly recommend pre-booking before you visit.

What age is Winter Wonderland for?

At Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, child tickets are available for guests 12 years and under. Whilst the event is suitable for children of all ages, children must be accompanied at all times by a person 18 years or over.

Is Winter Wonderland still free?

Winter Wonderland tickets

Entry to Winter Wonderland is free during off-peak times, but entry at peak times and access to some activities require a paid-for ticket. Visitors who spend an additional £25 per person on chargeable attractions, rides or games when booking their ticket are entitled to free admission.

Which UK town has the best Christmas markets?

What is the most beautiful Christmas market?

What is the largest Christmas market in the UK?

Manchester Christmas Markets

Manchester is home to a jolly gigantic Christmas market, perhaps the biggest in Britain, boasting over 300 traders. The city centre has multiple streets packed with stalls offering a multitude of tantalising food and drink, as well as an extensive range of gifts to buy for loved ones.

Does ice skating get you fit?

Ice skating is a fantastic way to incorporate physical activity into your routine. It provides a full-body workout that helps improve muscle strength, balance, and coordination. Skating engages various muscle groups, including the core, legs, glutes and pelvic floor muscles, while also enhancing cardiovascular fitness.

Which is harder, skating or ice skating?

Yes, for most beginners, ice skating is harder than roller skating. The thin blades, slippery surface, and technical control required make it a tougher skill to learn from scratch. But that doesn't mean it's not worth it!

Do ice skaters make a lot of money?

$80,500 is the 25th percentile. Salaries below this are outliers. $133,000 is the 75th percentile.