7 Ice Skating Rinks in Amsterdam to Try This Winter

Fancy some ice skating in Amsterdam? Good news, we can get our skates out of the grease, because the best ice rinks in Amsterdam are (almost) reopening! The ice rink at Museumplein is back this year. And I'm so happy about that that I bought a season pass for my son and me. Excited! Because this year, we don't have to wait until the temperature drops to freezing to go skating. The season at the Jaap Eden Baan has already started, and there are also some great new ice rinks in Amsterdam to discover this year. Hopefully, we'll be able to skate on natural ice again this year. But until then, you can check out these ice rinks in Amsterdam that will reopen in 2025.

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7 Ice Skating Rinks in Amsterdam Opening in Winter 2025

Museumplein ice rink

A centuries-old winter tradition returns! From November 15, 2025, to February 6, 2026, Museumplein will once again be transformed into a large ice rink and can go through it daily young and old ice skating on one of the most beautiful squares in the city from Amsterdam. As far as I'm concerned, this is the place to meet this winter with friends (with kids), family or a date to enjoy a fun outdoor activity. More info >>

Ice skating at the Jaap Edenbaan

The Jaap Eden ice rink is Amsterdam's premier ice rink where you can truly develop your skating skills. A 400-meter rink where you can skate quite a few laps without having to avoid children, amateurs, and other silliness, because everyone has their own rink. The season at the Jaap Eden rink is open until March 22, 2026, and lessons are also available again. More info >>

The Amsterdam Winter Paradise 2025

The Amsterdam Winter Paradise returns this year for two weeks of winter fun at the RAI in Amsterdam! Naturally, there's a cozy ice rink. But there's much more to do than just ice skating. This year, the Amsterdam Winter Paradise is back bigger than ever. The RAI will be covered in a thick layer of snow and thousands of lights will be hung. You can skate (and more!) from December 13, 2025, to January 3, 2026. 

ice skating rink at Villa Westend

Just north of Amsterdam, in Velserbroek, you'll find Villa Westend, a charming hotspot for a day out. This winter, from November 15, 2025, to March 1, 2026, you can visit Villa's Ice Rink, which will soon open its doors for skating and curling fun. Check the website for the official opening date via the ice rink. More info >>

Rembrandtplein Ice Rink

During the winter months, you can also go ice skating at Rembrandtplein with friends or your partner. After skating, enjoy the delicious mulled wine, grab a bite to eat on Utrechtsestraat, or catch a movie at Tuschinski around the corner. It looks especially inviting in the evening thanks to all the lights. The ice rink at Rembrandtplein will be open from November 15, 2025, to January 4, 2026! More info >>

LEIDSEPLEIN ICE SKATING RINK

We love that Leidseplein hosts more and more activities each season. After roller skating in the summer months, the ice rink is back this winter. It's small, but great fun, especially for families! More info >>

Winter Village Amstelveen

Just outside Amsterdam, you'll find the charming Winter Village every year on the large square of Stadshart Amstelveen. Here you can browse charming Christmas stalls and enjoy the large ice rink. For avid skaters, season tickets and multi-ride passes are available, allowing you to hit the rink whenever you like. The event runs from November 29, 2025, to January 4, 2026. More info >>

These ice rinks in Amsterdam will hopefully return in 2025

IJburg on Ice

Last year this was the new ice skating rink IJburg on Ice who for the first time at IJburg Beach stood by The JapaneseA great place for some winter fun, even with the little ones! Various activities are organized every day, from an introduction to ice skating to skating with Elsa. Hopefully, she'll be back next year! And no, it wasn't just for kids. De Japanner also organizes fun parties for grown-ups ;-). 

Westergas Ice Rink

Christmas at Westergas was so lovely a few years ago. Fingers crossed they'll be back this year with the charming Christmas market and ice skating rink! I've already checked with the organizers, and as soon as I hear more, you'll read it here.

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