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North Buffalo Ice Rink
Buffalo, New York
North Buffalo Ice Rink is an indoor ice rink in Buffalo, New York.
The current schedule lists 4 public sessions a week, on Mon, Tue, Wed and Thu.
Public skate schedule
Public skate Mon 11 AM–1 PM, Tue, Wed 4:30–6 PM, Thu 11 AM–1 PM.
Public Skating Fall/Winter 2026/2027 8/31/26-3/28/27 · runs through March 28, 2027
| Day | Public sessions |
|---|---|
| MonMonday |
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| TueTuesday |
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| WedWednesday |
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| ThuThursday |
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| FriFriday | Not listed |
| SatSaturday | Not listed |
| SunSunday | Not listed |
Source: northbuffalorink.com · checked Oct 5, 2026
Sessions change for holidays, games and events. Check the rink's own calendar before you go.
Prices
As the rink lists them.
| Item | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Resident Adult | $2 | Resident |
| Resident Youth | $1 | Resident |
| Non-Resident | $3 | Non-Resident |
| Skate Rentals | $2 | Resident/Non-Resident |
| Resident Adult Membership | $30 | Prorated for 2026 |
| Resident Child/Senior Membership | $15 | Prorated for 2026 |
| Non-Resident Membership | $45 | Prorated for 2026 |
Source: northbuffalorink.com · checked Oct 5, 2026
Hours
| Monday | 3 PM – 5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 3 PM – 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 3 PM – 5 PM |
| Thursday | 3 PM – 5 PM |
| Friday | 8 PM – 9 PM |
| Saturday | 7:30 PM – 9 PM |
| Sunday | 3 PM – 5 PM |
Posted opening hours. Public skating may run only at set times within them. Call (716) 253-3432 to confirm.
Programs and extras
- Public skate
- Skate rental
- Lessons
As listed by the rink. Ask the rink for times and sign-up.
Good to know
- All children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult to participate in public skating.
- We recommend the use of helmets and protective padding for all skaters during our public skating sessions.
Location and nearby rinks
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North Buffalo Ice Rink: questions
When is public skating at North Buffalo Ice Rink?
On the schedule the rink publishes: Monday 11 AM–1 PM; Tuesday 4:30–6 PM; Wednesday 4:30–6 PM; Thursday 11 AM–1 PM. Times change for holidays and events, so check the rink's own schedule before you go.
How much does it cost to skate at North Buffalo Ice Rink?
The rink lists Resident Adult: $2 (Resident); Resident Youth: $1 (Resident); Non-Resident: $3 (Non-Resident); Skate Rentals: $2 (Resident/Non-Resident); Resident Adult Membership: $30 (Prorated for 2026); Resident Child/Senior Membership: $15 (Prorated for 2026). More prices are in the table above.
Can you rent skates at North Buffalo Ice Rink?
Yes, the rink lists skate rental.
What are North Buffalo Ice Rink's hours?
Monday – Thursday 3 PM – 5 PM; Friday 8 PM – 9 PM; Saturday 7:30 PM – 9 PM; Sunday 3 PM – 5 PM. Public skating may run only at set times within these hours.
Does North Buffalo Ice Rink offer skating lessons?
Yes, the rink lists lessons.
Is North Buffalo Ice Rink indoor or outdoor?
It is listed as indoor.
Where is North Buffalo Ice Rink?
156 Tacoma Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14216. Phone: (716) 253-3432.
Before you skate
- Roller skating for beginnersHow to start roller skating at a rink: rental fit, protective gear, first strides, the toe-stop drag and other stops, falling safely and floor rules.
- How to ice skate for the first timeYour first public skate, step by step: renting and lacing skates, the basic stance, falling and getting up, the snowplow stop and rink etiquette.
- What to wear ice skating (and to a roller rink)Clothes, socks, gloves and helmets for indoor ice, outdoor rinks and roller rinks, plus the clothing and items rinks ban from the skating surface.
About this listing
Facts on this page come from:
- OpenStreetMap way/1009871226 (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL): location, name and map tags
- A public map listing found through web search (phone, website or hours)
- The rink's own website: northbuffalorink.com (schedule, prices and programs), checked October 5, 2026
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