Ice Skating at Fountain Plaza

Rotary Rink at Fountain Plaza is a free, open-to-the-public ice-skating rink in Downtown Buffalo. The 2025-26 Ice-Skating Season is Presented by Community Bank. Special thanks to our media sponsor and partner, The Buffalo News.

Rotary Rink is Downtown Buffalo’s free and open-to-the-public outdoor ice-skating rink, located at the corner of Main and Chippewa Streets at Fountain Plaza. Rotary Rink opened in 1991, the result of ten years of planning and design. 

Amenities

Ice skate rental is available for $2 for children and $3 for adults. Skate rentals end 30 minutes before closing. Snacks and beverages are available for purchase at the Rotary Rink concession stand. Profits from concession sales support the rink’s operation.

Regular Hours of Operation

Monday: Closed

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 11am-2pm, 5pm-9pm

Saturday: 11am-9pm

Sunday: 11am-6pm

Last ice-skate rental 30 minutes prior to closing