Budapest Ice Park
Ice rink and gastronomy
The cosiest time of the year has come again, and we all know that warm lights, tasty dishes, and quality time spent with the family are all part of the holiday season.
A true winter wonderland was created at the heart of the city, welcoming visitors with an ice rink, authentic festive atmosphere, and delicious food.
Location: H-1052 Budapest, Városháza park
Ice rink opening hours
15th November 2024 – 2th February 2025
Weekdays
Monday
8am - 8pm
Tuesday
8am - 8pm
Wednesday
8am - 8pm
Thursday
8am - 9pm
Weekends
Friday
8am - 9pm
Saturday
8am - 9pm
Sunday
8am - 9pm
Holidays
24th December
10am - 6pm
25th and 26th December
10am - 9pm
31st December
10am - 10pm
1st January
11am - 8pm
Ticket prices
Ticket
2500 HUF
Ice skate rental
Children under 18
2000 HUF + 5000 HUF deposit fee
Adults
2500 HUF + 5000 HUF deposit fee
The deposit is fully refunded if you return the ice skates undamaged.
With your Tourist Pass, Budapest Card or e-XPLORER Pass you can enjoy 20% discount at the Budapest Ice Park’s unique ice rink!
Gastronomy possibilities
If you’re hungry after a big skating session, you won’t be disappointed either: the Budapest Ice Park also offers fantastic food, of course, which you can enjoy at the stands!
You can choose from a selection of real Christmas flavours, including lángos, chimney cake and roasted chestnuts!
Gastronomy opening hours:
Weekdays
Monday
11am - 9pm
Tuesday
11am - 9pm
Wednesday
11am - 9pm
Thursday
11am - 9pm
Weekends
Friday
11am - 10pm
Saturday
11am - 10pm
Sunday
11am - 9pm
Holidays
24th December
11am - 9pm
25th and 26th December
11am - 9pm
31st December
11am - 2am
Events
• Official Opening - 15th November
Visit the fair on the first day and get in the mood for the holidays together!
Programme (Városháza Park):
5:00 pm Welcome speech by Gergely Karácsony, Mayor of Budapest
5:10 pm Welcome speech by Csaba Faix, CEO of Budapest Brand nZrt.
5:15 pm Welcome speech by Dávid Gál, Chief Executive Director at Hungarian Baptist Aid
5:20 pm Figure skating performance
6:00 pm Opening of ice skating rink – public skating
• Advent Candle Lighting Ceremony - 1rd December
Celebrate with us one of the most beautiful and intimate moments of the Advent preparation! Let’s light the first candle together at the Budapest Ice Park on 1rd of December!
Programme (Városháza Park):
4:30 pm Welcome speech by Csaba Faix, CEO of Budapest Brand nZrt.
4:35 pm Welcome speech by Dávid Gál, Chief Executive Director at Hungarian Baptist Aid
4:40 pm Advent sermon by Éva Gerőfiné dr. Brebovszky, Pastor of Deák Square Lutheran Church
4:50 pm Ceremonial speech by Gergely Karácsony, Mayor of Budapest
5:00 pm Turning on the Christmas lights of Budapest
5:00 pm Handover of shoeboxes at the collection point of the Baptist Aid
• Santa Claus Party - 6th December
Meet Santa on Saturday afternoon at 16:00 in Budapest Ice Park!