Reston Town Center's outdoor ice rink is set to open Tuesday, kicking off another winter season as a holiday gathering spot in Northern Virginia after rain pushed the debut back from its original date. The seasonal pavilion is expected to operate daily through March 2027, weather permitting, giving skaters months to lace up in the heart of the shopping and dining district.
A Rain Delay Pushes Back the Season Opener
The rink had originally been scheduled to open Nov. 6, but according to FFXnow, that date was postponed due to rain in the forecast. The rescheduled opening now lands on Tuesday, Nov. 10, which Reston Town Center confirms will happen weather permitting. As WUSA9 reports, the rink's seasonal return has become a holiday tradition for families and visitors throughout the region.
Once open, regular hours begin at 11:30 a.m. and run until 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, stretching to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights, per the same FFXnow report. The pavilion sits in the heart of Reston Town Center, surrounded by shops, restaurants and public gathering spaces.
New Gondola Lounges Give Spectators a Front-Row Seat
New this season is a feature the rink hasn't offered before: Gondola Lounges overlooking the ice. The station's report describes them as spectator seating where visitors can gather, sip hot chocolate from nearby restaurants, and watch skaters circle the rink below.
Skaters themselves will find no shortage of gear waiting for them. The rink keeps more than 500 pairs of rental skates on hand, along with penguin- and snowman-shaped skating aids for anyone who needs extra balance support, the same FFXnow account notes.
Ticket Prices Vary by Source
Admission costs depend on where you look. FFXnow reports pricing starting at $12 for adults and $10 for youth, seniors and military service members, with groups of at least 10 people paying $15 per person. A separate listing from Nova Rinks, however, puts adult admission at $11 and youth, senior and military tickets at $9. Would-be skaters may want to confirm current pricing directly with the rink before heading over. Nova Rinks also notes that advance ticket reservations are available online.
More Holiday Events on the Way
The rink's return is just one piece of a bigger holiday push at Reston Town Center this season. FFXnow reports the lineup will also include festive mini-train rides, the Reston Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting, and a Run With Santa 5K set for Dec. 6.
