WICHITA WINTER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Wichita’s New Holiday Rink: Lace Up for Nights on Ice (Nov 27–Jan 4)
A concise, practical guide to pre-booking admission, on-site hours, what to wear (socks required for rentals), and Giving Tuesday free-skate details.
Wichita’s New Holiday Rink: Lace Up for Nights on Ice (Nov 27–Jan 4).
Settle into the season at the ice rink on 250 N Saint Francis Ave in Wichita: a temporary holiday surface where you can pre-book a skating date to avoid long waits, purchase festive gear on site, and take part in a Giving Tuesday program that rewards donations with free skate rentals.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A Seasonal Rink for Holiday Rituals
Open November 27 through January 4, the rink offers a slice of holiday ritual—book a date and spend time skating with friends and family during scheduled hours that vary by day.
Book Ahead to Skip the Queue
Advance online tickets guarantee your date and help you avoid long walk-up lines on busy dates; walk-up admission is available but not guaranteed and can involve waits.
Giving Tuesday — Donate to Skate Free
On Tuesdays, skaters who donate a hygiene item qualify for free skate rentals, a direct way the rink ties community giving to access.
What the day feels like
What the session feels like
You arrive, present a pre-booked ticket or purchase a walk-up admission if space permits, collect rentals if needed, and take to the ice for a session that is valid any time on the date you reserve; vendors on site sell gloves, t-shirts, hoodies and socks to keep you warm and equipped.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits—and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The rink runs November 27 through January 4; hours vary by day—Monday–Thursday 6 p.m.–9 p.m., Friday–Saturday 12 p.m.–10 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m.–6 p.m. A booked admission is valid at any time on the date reserved.
Dress for the weather: hats, gloves and socks are recommended. Customers with skate rentals must wear socks; socks are available for purchase if you forget them.
Book online to guarantee your date and avoid long lines; walk-up tickets may be sold but admission is not guaranteed on busy dates.
The rink will have gloves, t-shirts, hoodies and socks for sale in case you need gear or layers.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need to pre-book a ticket?
Pre-book online to guarantee your date and avoid long walk-up lines; walk-up sales are available but admission is not guaranteed on busy dates.
What are the rink hours?
Hours vary by day: Monday–Thursday 6 p.m.–9 p.m.; Friday–Saturday 12 p.m.–10 p.m.; Sunday 1 p.m.–6 p.m. Skate admission is valid for any time on the date you book.
Where is the rink located?
At 250 N Saint Francis Ave, Wichita, KS 67202.
What should I wear to skate?
Dress for the weather; hats and gloves are recommended. Customers renting skates must wear socks—socks are available for purchase on site if needed.
How does Giving Tuesday work?
On Tuesdays, visitors who donate a hygiene item can rent skates for free.
Is admission guaranteed if I walk up?
No—walk-up admission is available but can involve long waits and is not guaranteed on busy dates; advance purchase is the only way to guarantee entry.