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San Jose’s NYE “Skate Under the Palms” Ice Skating

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 - 11:00 am to 8:30 pm | Cost: $21*
*$21 includes skate rentals
Downtown Ice (San Jose) | 120 S. Market St., San Jose, CA
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San Jose’s Holiday Ice Rink “Skate Under the Palms” (Nov. 26, 2025-Jan. 19, 2026)

Downtown Ice in San Jose

Located at 120 S. Market St., the downtown San Jose rink opens on Wednesday, November 26, and operates daily through January 19, 2026.

Skate in true California style. A local tradition since 1994, Skate Under the Palms, formerly known as Downtown Ice in San Jose, is the only rink in the world that offers skating in and around a circle of 32 palm trees. Typically, there are special events throughout the season as well, but the 2025-26 event schedule has not yet been announced (as of 11/17/25). Get 90 minutes of free parking on weekdays after 6 pm and on weekends in select lots.

Although the 2025-26 schedule has yet to be announced, they have announced that they will host a couple of Bring Your Own Skate nights throughout the season, where skaters with their own skates can get a discount on admission.

2025-26 San Jose’s Skate Under the Palms

– Dates: November 26, 2025 to January 19, 2026
– Where: Circle of Palms Plaza, 120 S. Market St., San Jose
– Cost: $21 for all ages (including skate rental)
Find 90 minutes of free parking

2025-26 Operating Hours

Please be aware that hours are subject to change. Follow on Instagram for the latest on hours and weather. Open daily from November 26, 2025 through January 19, 2026. Admission is $21 and includes skates.

Skate Under the Palms Hours

Mon – Thurs:
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Fridays:
5:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Saturdays:
11:00 am – 10:30 pm

Sundays:
11:00 am – 9:00 pm

Thanksgiving:
11:00 am – 10:30 pm

Christmas:
1:00 pm – 10:30 pm

New Year’s Eve:
11:00 am – 8:30 pm

Special Holiday Hours (December 19, 2025 – January 3, 2026):
11:00 am – 10:30 pm

Upcoming San Jose’s Holiday Ice Rink “Skate Under the Palms” (Nov. 26, 2025-Jan. 19, 2026) Events

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: $21*
*$21 includes skate rentals
Categories: *Top Pick*, Holiday Festivities, In Person, Kids & Families, New Year's Eve, NYE - Family Friendly, Sports & Wellness
Address: 120 S. Market St., San Jose, CA

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