Chicago Ice Skating

Chicago Ice Skating Rinks abound

Updated:  November 9, 2024

Ice rinks, both outdoor and indoor, for skaters of all types and abilities, abound in the Chicago area. 

Chicago Ice Skating locations are very accessible so don’t stay inside this winter - get your exercise by lacing up your ice skates and visiting one of the many Chicago Ice skating locations.  Most places in the list rent skates if you don't have your own.

We compiled the table below of indoor Chicago ice skating options for the Chicago suburbs.  It include a list of Outdoor Chicago ice skating options for the Northwest suburbs and downtown Chicago just below the table. 

You will find Chicago ice skating available in Addison, Hoffman Estates, Crystal Lake, Glen Ellyn, Darien, and many locations throughout the Chicago area including Wilmette, Evanston, and Vernon Hills.

Get ready for a winter of active ice skating fun.  So, don't stay inside, instead,  visit some of the best ice skating rinks in the Chicago area and get your ice skating on.

 

Indoor Ice Skating rinks in the Chicago Suburbs

City:	Place to Skate:	Address:	Phone #:
Addison	Addison Ice Arena	475 S Grace St, Addison, IL 60101	(630) 543-9200
Bensenville	Edge Ice Arena	735 E Jefferson St, Bensenville, IL 60106	(630) 766-8888
Bolingbrook	Rocket Ice Skating Rink	180 Canterbury Ln, Bolingbrook, IL 60440	(630) 679-1700
Buffalo Grove	Twin Rinks Ice Pavilion	1500 Abbott Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089	(847) 821-7465
Carol Stream	Carol Stream Ice Rink	540 Gundersen Dr, Carol Stream, IL 60188	(630) 682-4480
Crystal Lake	Crystal Ice House	320 Prairie St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014	(815) 356-8500
Darien	Darien Sportsplex	451 Plainfield Rd, Darien, IL 60561	(630) 789-6666
Evanston	Robert Crown Community Center	1801 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202	(847) 448-8258
Geneva	Fox Valley Ice Arena	1996 S Kirk Rd, Geneva, IL 60134	(630) 262-0690
Glen Ellyn	Center Ice of Dupage	1N450 Highland Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137	(630) 790-9696
Glenview	Glenview Community Ice Center	1851 Landwehr Rd, Glenview, IL 60026	(847) 724-2800
Gurnee	Top Shelf Ice Arena	6152 W Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031	(847) 224-7171
Hoffman Estates	Triphahn Ice Arena	1685 W Higgins Rd, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169	(847) 885-7500
Joliet	Inwood Ice Arena	3000 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL 60435	(815) 741-7275
Mt. Prospect	Nicholas Sportsplex	1501 Feehanville Dr, Mt Prospect, IL 60056	(224) 443-4370
Naperville	All Seasons Ice Rink	31W330 N Aurora Rd, Naperville, IL 60563	(630) 851-0755
Northbrook	Northbrook Sports Center	1730 Pfingsten Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062	(847) 291-2993
Oak Lawn	Oak Lawn Ice Arena	9320 S Kenton Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453	(708) 857-5173
Oak Park	Paul Hruby Ice Arena	415 Lake St, Oak Park, IL 60302	(708) 725-2000
Orland Park	Arctic Ice Arena	10700 160th St, Orland Park, IL 60467	(708) 403-4231
Park Ridge	Oakton Ice Arena	2800 Oakton St, Park Ridge, IL 60068	(847) 692-3359
Rolling Meadows 1	Nelson Sports Complex	3900 Owl Dr, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008	(847) 818-3210
Rolling Meadows 2	West Meadows Ice Arena	3939 Winnetka Avenue, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008	(847) 398-2700
Skokie	Skatium Ice Arena	9340 Weber Park Pl, Skokie, IL 60077	(847) 674-1500 ext. 2900
Vernon Hills	Glacier Ice Arena	670 Lakeview Pkwy, Vernon Hills, IL 60061	(847) 362-1222
Wilmette	Centennial Ice Rink	2300 Old Glenview Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091	(847) 256-9666
Woodridge	Seven Bridges Ice Arena	6690 IL-53, Woodridge, IL 60517	(630) 271-4400

 

Chicago Ice Skating Outdoor Rinks in the Northwest Suburbs

• Hoffman Estates - for conditions click here
• North Ridge Park Pond – 1370 West Sturbridge Dr
• Fabbrini Park Pond – 1704 Glen Lake Rd
• Evergreen Park Pond – 600 Washington Blvd

• Schaumburg - for conditions click here
• Volkening Lake - 900 W. Schaumburg Road
• Timbercrest Park Ice Rinks - 120 W. Beech Drive

• Arlington Heights - for conditions click here
• Arlington Ridge Center - Legacy Park - 660 N Ridge Ave.
• Camelot Park - 1005 E Suffield Drive
• Frontier Park - 1933 N Kennicott Drive
• Heritage Park - 506 W Victoria Lane
• Hickory Meadows - 1324 N. Hickory Avenue
• Pioneer Park - 500 S. Fernandez
• Recreation Park - 500 East Miner

 

Chicago Ice Skating Rinks in the City of Chicago

Several Outdoor and Indoor ice skating rinks exist in downtown Chicago including:

MillenniumPark Ice skating rink - Admission to the ice rink is free but online tickets are required

• Dates:  November 15, 2024—February 2, 2025 (weather permitting)

 

MaggieDaley Park ice skating ribbon — online reservation is needed

• Dates:  Nov. 15, 2024 - Mar. 9, 2025 (weather permitting)

 

MidwayPlaisance in Hyde Park -  1130 Midway Plaisance North, Chicago, IL 60637

 

GallagherWay rink in Wrigleyville - 3635 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613

Final Thoughts

Enjoy your winter this year by taking advantage of the many places to ice skate in the Chicago suburbs and the city.  

Plenty of options exist.  So, skate in the comfort of one of the indoor ice skating arenas or venture outdoors to skate at Millennium Park or the Maggie Daley Park ice rink and soak in some rays of sun. 

Have fun and get some ice skating exercise this winter!!

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Schaumburg Family Fun Guide 

Updated:  November 30, 2024

In 2019, Chicago Parent published a Family guide for Schaumburg.  Some of the places in the article are no longer in operation.  So, this is an updated family guide for Schaumburg.  We believe family is important so this guide focuses on family and kid friendly places to spend time together and enjoy family.

Schaumburg is a bustling and great family oriented community with lots of options from food, shopping, and community resources.  This guide provides details on family dining, play, entertainment and shopping.

Places for Family Fun, Play, and Hangout

Spring Valley Nature Center and Bison’s Bluff Play area – This is Schaumburg’s hidden gem. With the nature-based playground, Bison’s Bluff, Heritage Farm a living historical farm, nature center and hiking trails, Spring Valley is a fun place to spend a day with family.

Address:  1111 E Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60194

Phone: (847) 985-2100

Schaumburg Park District Facilities and Parks – Boasting parks and amenities that are one of the best around Chicago, the park district has a good variety of parks and facilities to choose including Meineke Park where you can try to conquer the park’s obstacle course of nets, structures, and more.  The park district includes over 75 different parks and facilities that are great for family fun time.

Schaumburg Township District Library - The Schaumburg Township District Library, located in Schaumburg, Illinois, is the second largest public library in Illinois.  Includes a Kid Zone and Teen Center.  Very Family friendly to hang out, read, and play.  

Address:  130 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193

Phone:  (847) 985-4000

Legoland Discovery Center Chicago – This is a fantastic play land for Lego enthusiasts and includes a Chicago Miniland.  Other attractions include the Lego 4D Cinema, Kingdom Quest, Lego Racers, Merlin’s Apprentice Ride, and many more.  

Address:  601 N Martingale Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Phone: (847) 592-9700

Yu Kids Island – For kids 48 inches or smaller.  Includes a spinning tunnel, Dancing Balloons, slides, two ballrooms, spinning drum, Pillow pool, and more.  

Address:  5 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg, IL 60173 (located inside Woodfield Mall – store #G144)

Phone:  (847) 969-9000

Kids Art & Café - Coffee and Ice Cream Shop with Indoor Playground, Birthday Parties and Art Classes.  Kids 48 inches and under are able to enjoy the play areas including a two-story play structure with slides and a ball pit. This is great for indoor play, birthday parties, and art classes.  

Address:  710 E Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60194

Phone:  (630) 523-1101

Enterrium (formerly PAC-Man Entertainment) – This is great indoor entertainment for the whole family with bowling alleys, Ping-Pong tables & arcade games plus multiple bars & pub grub.  Also, has private event space.

Address:  2 Woodfield Mall Unit A, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Phone:  (847) 805-0257

SkyZone - Jumping, soaring, unforgettable parties and fun like you’ve never experienced at a trampoline park before.

Address:  580 E. Golf Rd Schaumburg, IL  60173

Phone:  847-737-3953

Family Dining

Pilot Pete’s - Located at the Schaumburg Regional Airport, this restaurant is a relaxed, flight-themed eatery with a full bar, runway views & a menu of American comfort fare.  Kids can watch planes take off and land.   Chicago Parent’s says, “Try the signature wonton nachos and save room for the bomb bread pudding.”

Address: 905 W Irving Park Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193

Phone:  (847) 891-5100

Chicago Prime Italian - Elegant, locally owned venue offering a menu of Italian dishes, plus a seasonal patio. This family-owned restaurant serves classic Italian fare with generous portions. 

Address:  700 N Meacham Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Phone:  (847) 240-1414

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria – Nice family venue for pizza.  This is a family-owned local chain for Italian classics & Chicago-style, deep-dish pizzas with buttery crusts.

Address:  1 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193

Phone:  (847) 985-1525

Giordanos – Great family place for Deep dish pizza.  This casual chain serves other classic Italian food, deep dish pizza plus beer & wine.

Address:  930 N Meacham Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Phone:  (847) 986-5211

Donut Drop - Family-owned bakery serving donuts, tea, coffee, breakfast sandwiches, and espresso.  Donuts made fresh every morning 6 days a week (closed Monday).  Chicago Parent says, “From classic flavors like a glazed or chocolate to something more unique such as the Nutella S’mores or salted caramel, Donut Drop will satisfy your sweet tooth craving. Tip: For the best assortment of donuts, visit early in the day.”

Address:  835 E Algonquin Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Phone:  (847) 794-8709

Handsome Bakery - Fresh bakery and specialty coffee.  Chicago Parent says, “Not only will you find one-of-a-kind baked goods at this Korean bakery, but you’ll also find the most delicious looking cakes and pastries and shaved ice. Try a signature cloud latte – a latte topped with cotton candy.”  This is a great place to take the kids for a little treat.

Address:  204 E Golf Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Phone:  (224) 653-9092

Family Shopping

Woodfield Mall – The largest shopping mall in the state of Illinois.  A great place to play, shop, and eat.  Chicago Parent says, “one of the largest shopping destinations in the nation with more than 300 stores, Woodfield Mall is a one-stop shop and play location.” 

Address:  5 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Phone:  (847) 330-1537

IKEA – Great for families with kids.  Chicago Parent says, “a trip to the behemoth furniture store never seems to disappoint and for parents with kids, the supervised play area, Smaland, is free while you shop.”

Address:  1800 McConnor Pkwy, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Phone:  (888) 888-4532

Streets of Woodfield - Upscale Mall with shops, restaurants, groceries & home furnishings, plus 20 movie screens.

Address:  601 N Martingale Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Phone:  (630) 954-7300

Target (Meacham and Higgins) - Retail store with home goods, clothing, electronics & more

Address:  1235 E Higgins Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Phone:  (847) 413-1080

Final Thoughts

Schaumburg is a bustling, family oriented community with lots of fun family oriented fun.  From Woodfield Mall to Spring Valley Nature Center and plenty of park and entertainment to go around.  For more Things to Do in Schaumburg visit our Things to Do in Schaumburg article. 

Source article:  Chicago Parents: Your family guide to Schaumburg - August 6, 2019

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Delicious Potatoes au Gratin

Potatoes au Gratin Recipe

Serves: 6

Potatoes au Gratin

Ingredients:  

• 6 – 8 medium sized potatoes

• 8 oz. block of extra sharp cheddar cheese

• 3 tablespoons butter

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 2 cups milk

Preparation:  

1) Peel the potatoes, throw out potato skins, cut potatoes into thin slices

2) Slice the cheese

3) In a casserole dish, layer the potatoes, then layer the cheese slices on top, continue doing a layer of potato slices, then layer of cheese till the top of the casserole dish 

4) Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees

5) In a 2 Qt sauce pan over medium heat melt 3 tablespoons butter.

6) Mix in flour until smooth

7) Mix in milk, stir until comes to a boil and thickens

8) Pour in the cream sauce all over potatoes in casserole dish

9) Cover and Put Casserole dish into oven and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour

10) Let cool for 5 minutes then serve

Final Thoughts

This Potatoes au Gratin Recipe is easy to prepare and delicious to eat.  The preparation is not too difficult and can be done within 30 minutes.  And 1 hour to cook so total preparation and cook time is 1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours.  Enjoy.

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