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    Oakland Ice Center

    519 18th Street, Oakland, CA 94612
    510-268-9000
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    Oakland Ice Center ice rink

    Plan your visit

    The essentials before you leave

    Public-skate price
    From $12

    Confirm the current total before paying.

    How to book
    Check official calendar

    Open the official listing for session requirements.

    Rentals
    Available

    Check availability and cost.

    Schedule pattern
    Sessions can change

    Confirm the selected date before you make the drive.

    Choose your ice

    Public skate and practice ice

    Public skate is for casual skating and beginner practice. Freestyle is structured practice ice for figure skaters working on elements.

    Public skate

    Public-skate times change. Open the official schedule and confirm the session before visiting Oakland Ice Center.

    Freestyle and practice ice

    Oakland Ice Center is a cornerstone of Bay Area skating culture, offering strong figure skating and hockey programs in the heart of Oakland.

    View freestyle schedule

    About

    Oakland Ice Center is downtown Oakland's only ice rink, located at 519 18th Street in the heart of Oakland, California, serving the East Bay region including Oakland, Berkeley, and surrounding communities. This urban facility features a single sheet of ice and provides essential ice skating programming for the diverse East Bay population, offering public skating, figure skating instruction, youth and adult hockey leagues, and recreational ice time. Oakland Ice Center represents a vital community resource for ice sports in one of California's major metropolitan areas, providing accessible ice skating to urban residents who would otherwise lack local ice skating facilities.

    Oakland Ice Center serves as the primary public ice skating destination for East Bay residents, offering inclusive programming designed to serve diverse populations and skill levels. Public skating sessions provide recreational opportunities for families, couples, and individual skaters seeking winter sports activities. Figure skating instruction is available from qualified coaches, while hockey programs serve youth and adult players at recreational and competitive levels. The facility's urban location and commitment to accessibility make ice skating available to residents throughout the Oakland and East Bay region who might not otherwise have convenient access to ice skating.

    Conveniently located in downtown Oakland with easy access via BART public transportation, making it exceptionally accessible for East Bay residents without personal vehicles, Oakland Ice Center serves as an essential community recreation facility. The downtown location provides urban accessibility distinct from suburban rink locations. Oakland Ice Center fills a critical role in the East Bay community, providing one of the few ice skating options in a major metropolitan area. Whether you're a recreational skater seeking public skating time, a figure skater pursuing coaching, a young hockey player developing skills, or anyone interested in winter ice sports, Oakland Ice Center provides accessible, quality ice skating programming in the heart of the East Bay.

    What to know before you go

    • Oakland Ice Center is accessible via BART public transportation, making it ideal for those without personal vehicles
    • Check the facility or website (oaklandicecenter.com) for current public skating schedules, which vary by day
    • The single sheet means capacity may be more limited during peak times; consider visiting during off-peak hours
    • Figure skating coaching is available from qualified instructors for all skill levels
    • Youth and adult hockey leagues provide recreational and competitive opportunities; registration typically occurs seasonally
    • Skate rentals are available; bring your own skates if you have them for better comfort
    • The downtown Oakland location offers walkable urban access; limited parking may require public transportation or street parking

    Offerings

    Public Skating
    Learn to Skate
    Figure Skating
    Hockey
    Open Hockey
    Stick & Puck

    Freestyle Sessions

    Available

    This facility offers dedicated freestyle ice time for figure skaters. Visit oaklandice.com or call 510-268-9000 for current freestyle schedule.

    Who it's for

    • Figure skaters working on jumps, spins, and footwork
    • Competitive and recreational skaters wanting dedicated practice ice
    • Pre-preliminary through senior-level USFS members

    Etiquette & Tips

    • Yield to skaters attempting jumps or spins
    • Announce yourself before entering another skater's pattern
    • Coaches must check in at the front desk
    • No hockey stops on freestyle ice

    Rentals

    Skate Rental
    Available
    • Note: Skate rentals at the main desk. Wrist guards and helmets available.

    Sharpening

    Pro Shop Service
    Not Available

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Last verified: May 23, 2026

    Location

    519 18th Street

    Oakland, CA 94612

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    Facility Details

    • TypeIndoor
    • Seasonyear-round
    • Sheets2

    Last verified: 5/23/2026