The Wharf Ice Rink

Washington, DC · Public skating times & prices

Public skating at The Wharf Ice Rink: the next 7 days

Currently out of season The rink's page says it is closed for the season and that the next season of skating begins in November 2026; no opening day or hours are published yet. Checked on 4 October 2026. Official schedule update

Address
970 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024
Phone
(202) 317-9643
Website
wharfdc.com
The floating rink on Transit Pier at night from above, with string lights over the ice and decorated boats in the Washington Channel. — The Wharf Ice Rink
The floating rink on Transit Pier at night from above, with string lights over the ice and decorated boats in the Washington Channel. Photo: Google Maps listing · Source
The pier rink in daylight beside the Wharf sign and floating stage, with Capitals-branded boards and a corner of empty ice. — The Wharf Ice Rink
The pier rink in daylight beside the Wharf sign and floating stage, with Capitals-branded boards and a corner of empty ice. Photo: Google Maps listing · Source

Before you head out.

Admission, rentals and arrival details, researched from official rink information. Source checks stay current for 30 days.

Admission

Admission is $20 for adults, $15 for youth 12 and under and $17 for seniors 65 and over, military and first responders with ID; groups of 10 or more pay $17 each.

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Skates & rentals

Skate rental is free; skate aids rent for $10 and lockers for $3.

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Booking & check-in

The rink is first come, first served with no reservations and takes no cash; one wristband covers the whole business day.

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Skating with children

The Wharf Ice Rink lists skate aid rental among its rentals and purchases.

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Parking & arrival

The Wharf warns that parking is limited and traffic heavy, and recommends Metro and the free SW Shuttle instead.

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A source check records what the rink published on that date. Session-specific booking details take precedence.