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Bryant Park Winter Village 2026: dates, hours and skating tips

Bryant Park Winter Village runs October 28, 2026 to February 28, 2027. Rink hours, skate rental prices, holiday shop dates and tips.

The Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park is open for the 2026 to 2027 season. It has a free-admission ice rink, holiday shops, an indoor and outdoor bar and food hall called The Lodge, and bookable igloos. The park sits between 40th and 42nd Streets and Fifth and Sixth Avenues in Midtown Manhattan, behind the New York Public Library main branch. See our Bryant Park guide for the park itself.

2026 to 2027 dates and hours

  • Winter Village and The Rink: October 28, 2026 to February 28, 2027.
  • Rink hours: 8am to 10pm daily.
  • The Lodge: 10am to 10pm, and open until midnight from November 19, 2026 to January 3, 2027.
  • Holiday Shops: October 28, 2026 to January 3, 2027. Monday to Friday 11am to 8pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am to 8pm.
  • Tree lighting: Tuesday, December 1, 2026, at 5:30pm.

Hours can change for weather, ice resurfacing and private events. Check the Bryant Park website on the day you go.

What skating costs

Admission to the rink is free. You pay only for extras. Bryant Park lists these 2026 prices, before tax and including its administrative fee:

  • Skate rental: $18.72 to $64.48, depending on the date and time. Off-peak times cost less.
  • Express Lane with rental skates: $87.52. You skip the line and get 75 minutes on the ice.
  • Express Lane with your own skates: $18.42 to $36.86.
  • Premium Skate: $156 to $182. It includes rentals, a skate concierge, snacks and a drink, bag check and access to the Polar Lounge.
  • Helmet rental and shoe check: free. Socks and locks: $6.24 each. Bag check: $6.24 per item.

Bags are not allowed on the ice, and you must wear or check your coat. Lockers are limited, so bring a lock or travel light.

How to get a skating slot

  • Rental skate tickets are sold through the “Reserve tickets” button on the Bryant Park website. Peak dates in December sell out, so book early.
  • If you bring your own skates, free time slots open daily, one week in advance. The limit is one slot per person per day and 5 tickets per booking.
  • Sizes for rental skates run from kids 6T to adult 14.

Tips for a better visit

  • Go early on a weekday. The rink opens at 8am, and weekday mornings are the quietest time for both the ice and the shops.
  • Avoid the last two weekends before Christmas if you do not like crowds. These are the busiest days of the season.
  • Eat at The Lodge or the shops instead of a sit-down meal nearby. It is faster, and you can watch the skaters.
  • Book an igloo for a group. The Cozy Igloos take reservations and fill up on December evenings. Prices are on the Bryant Park site; check before you go.

Getting there

The closest subway stops are 42 St-Bryant Park (B, D, F, M) and 5 Av (7). Times Sq-42 St and Grand Central-42 St are both a short walk.

Make a day of it

FAQ

Is ice skating at Bryant Park free?

Yes. Rink admission is free. You pay for skate rental, Express Lane or extras. With your own skates, you only need a free timed ticket.

When does Bryant Park Winter Village close?

The Holiday Shops close on January 3, 2027. The Rink and The Lodge stay open until February 28, 2027.

When is the Bryant Park tree lighting in 2026?

Tuesday, December 1, 2026, at 5:30pm.

Facts checked on bryantpark.org on November 12, 2026.