Three ice skating rinks operate on Commission parkland for skaters and hockey enthusiasts.
- Herbert Wells Ice Rink in College Park
- Tucker Road Ice Rink in Fort Washington
- The Gardens Ice House in Laurel
Herbert Wells Ice Rink
5211 Paint Branch Parkway (formerly Calvert Road)
College Park, MD 20740
301-277-3717 (general inquiries); TTY 301-454-1493
Closed until October 2008
Herbert Wells Ice Rink is open for ice skating seasonally, from October through March. This ice skating facility includes the rink, an indoor warming room and party room, and a snack bar. Rental skates are available. During the summer, the facility is used for roller and/or street hockey. Contact staff at the number above for additional information about general skating sessions, lessons, hockey, and fees.
Location/Directions - Located in College Park, Maryland, convenient to the University of Maryland between Route 1 and Kenilworth Avenue. Accessible by Metro on the Green Line, College Park station.
From the Capital Beltway (I-495), toward College Park, take Exit 23 South. This is Kenilworth Avenue (Route 201). Proceed for 1-1/2 miles and turn right onto Paint Branch Parkway. Turn left into the parking lot (across from the 94th Aero squadron).
From U.S. Route 1, turn onto Paint Branch Parkway at the intersection in front of the main entrance to the University of Maryland. At the third traffic light, turn right and then make an immediate left into the parking lot.
Tucker Road Ice Rink
1770 Tucker Road
Fort Washington, MD 20744
301-265-1525; TTY 301-454-1493
Closed on Monday, May 25, 2008 for Memorial Day.
The Tucker Road Ice Rink is open year round for ice skating. The facility includes the rink, a warming room, party room and spectator viewing room. Rental skates are available for all general skating sessions. Ice skating lessons, hockey clinics, day camps, birthday party bookings, and rental of the facility are available. Contact staff at the number above for additional information about the activities offered throughout the year.
NOTE: Date and time of sessions subject to change without notice.
Admission Fees
Public Sessions
May Calendar
Saturdays, 1-3 pm & 8-10 pm
Sundays, 1-3 pm & 4-6 pm
Bumper Cars on Ice
Riders must be 5 years or older, and riders 5 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Each ride is 4 to 5 minutes in length with the last ride beginning 10 minutes prior to the end of the session. Rides are on a first-come, first-serve basis.
All ages welcome.
Fee: Call for admission
Saturday, May 17, 1-3 pm & 8-10 pm
Armed Forces Day Ice Skating
Present your military ID and ice skate for a special rate. Fee include skate rental.
All ages welcome.
Fee: Resident $4; Non-Resident $5
Saturday, May 17, 1-3 pm & 8-10 pm
Armed Forces Day Bumper Cars on Ice
Present your military ID and ride a bumper car on ice for a special rate. Riders must be 5 years or older; riders 4 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Each ride is 4 to 5 minutes in length; the last ride beginning 10 minutes prior to the end of the session. Rides are on a first-come, first-serve basis.
All ages welcome.
Ages 5 & up; children 5 & under must be accompanied by an adult
Fee: Resident $3/ride; Non-Resident $4/ride
Sunday, May 25, 1-3 pm & 4-6 pm
Memorial Day Super Saver Ice Skating
Ice skate for a special rate on Memorial Day. Fee includes skate rental.
All ages welcome.
Fee: Resident $4; Non-Resident $5
Sunday, May 25, 1-3 pm & 4-6 pm
Memorial Day Bumper Cars on Ice
Celebrate Memorial Day by riding a bumper car on ice. Riders must be 5 years or older; riders 4 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Each ride is 4 to 5 minutes in length; the last ride beginning 10 minutes prior to the end of the session. Rides are on a first-come, first-serve basis.
All ages welcome.
Ages 5 & up; children 5 & under must be accompanied by an adult
Fee: Resident $4; Non-Resident $5
Freestyle Sessions (for Advanced-level skaters)
May Freestyle Calendar
Power Skating
Hockey Sessions
May Hockey Calendar
Adult and High School Pick Up Hockey
Power Skating
Courses
Courses now being offered at Tucker Road Ice Rink. Register online via SMARTlink, by phone at 301-583-2665, or in person at any M-NCPPC facility or community center.
Summer Day Camps on Ice 2008
Ice Hockey Camp
Level Descriptions
Ice Skate Lesson Schedule
Ice Hockey Clinic
Beginner Stick 'n Puck
Synchronized Skating
Party, Club and Meeting
Birthday Party Packages
Have your child's birthday at the Tucker Road Ice Rink during any of our ice skating public sessions or Bumper Cars on Ice sessions. There are 3 party packages to choose from. For more information, please click on the Birthday Party Packages Flyer.
Party Packages Fees: Full payment must be made at the time of booking.
Ice Skate Party only: Resident $165; non-Resident $200
Bumper Cars on Ice Party only: Resident $165; non-Resident $200
Ice Skate & Bumper Cars Combo Party: Resident $225; non-Resident $270
Birthday Party Flyer
Birthday Club
Birthday Club Application
Polar Club
Become a member of the Polar Club today! For every 6 paying admissions, you get one admission FREE. So, don’t delay and get yours today!
Meeting Rooms Rental
Non-Profit during hours: $25/hour; Private during hours: $50/hour
Non-Profit after hours: $45/hour; Private after hours: $90/hour
Business hours vary, please call for more information.
Punch Passes
Now available for general, freestyle, and pick-up hockey sessions.
Punch Passes
Location/Directions - The rink is located in Fort Washington between Palmer and St. Barnabas Roads.
From the Capital Beltway (I-495) South towards Richmond, Virginia, take Exit 4 West (St. Barnabas Road) towards Oxon Hill. Merge right onto Oxon Hill Road. At the first traffic light, make a left onto John Hanson Lane. At the next traffic light, make a right onto St. Barnabas Road. Continue through Bock Road intersection and make a left onto Tucker Road. Ice rink is on the left; Tucker Road Community Center is on the right.
The Gardens Ice House
13800 Old Gunpowder Road
Laurel, MD 20707
301-953-0100; 410-792-4947;
TTY 301-699-2544
www.thegardensicehouse.com
Opened in 1996 on land owned by The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, The Gardens Ice House is owned and managed by Top Shelf Development Company. This cooperative venture between the public and private sectors has resulted in the construction and operation of this year-round ice skating complex within Fairland Regional Park. During the winter season, the facility operates three sheets of ice - two NHL rinks, and one Olympic rink. During the summer season, the facility utilizes one rink, the Olympic rink, for ice skating, while the two NHL rinks are used for roller hockey. In addition to the indoor skating rinks, The Gardens Ice House features bleacher seating, a two-story lobby with espresso bar, a pro shop, rental skates (figure and hockey), locker rooms with showers, a café, a game room, three party rooms, the Wellness-For-Life Fitness Center, meeting rooms, a library with a fireplace and work center, and a skating museum. The Gardens Ice House is available for many types of events, including private parties, trade shows, graduations, and meetings. Contact the facility at the number above for information about hours of operation, fees, or rental opportunities.
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