Reston Town Center Ice Skating Pavilion offers a charming outdoor skating experience in a lively holiday setting. The rink is located in a small arena with a pavilion on top, providing a festive atmosphere during the season. Visitors appreciate the convenience of free parking on weekends and after work hours, making it easy to access by car. The rink provides a full hour of skating, with skate rentals available, including helpful options for kids. It is a straightforward and easy choice for those looking to enjoy ice skating in the area. While many find it enjoyable, some mention that the ice can be rough and sloped near the walls, especially early in the session, which can be dangerous. The rink tends to be busy, especially during peak times like evenings and holidays, with crowds making it difficult to skate at higher speeds. The ice surface sometimes shows signs of wear, with the Zamboni working before skating begins, but the ice remains crowded. Safety concerns are noted as a few falls have resulted in injuries. Despite these issues, the rink is a popular spot for outdoor skating, especially since there are few other outdoor rinks nearby. Overall, it offers a fun and festive atmosphere for skaters of all ages, with some considerations for safety and crowd levels.
Spacious and affordable! Not sure how it is on other days but on a Saturday morning it was the perfect spot for ice skating for an hour and then look for nearby food in the surrounding area.
December 2025
Reasonably priced Crowed so book your tickets in advance Free parking on Sundays
December 2025
December 25,2025 I visited Reston town center ice skating rings it was a great experience to see some people happy where others are doing their bast to speedup their skill you can see the real challenges there falling and getting back on your feet , that's life all about.
