365 Things to Do in Boston - New Tips Daily

#588 Grand Opening of The Rink at The Charles Hotel

Posted by Tara Peterson on Sun, Dec 11, 2011

crazysanta Santa is EVERYWHERE this season, it makes me wonder...anyways...back on topic, iceskating!

From the site: The Charles Hotel welcomes the Cambridge community to celebrate the opening of The Rink at The Charles Hotel. This annual community event is open to the public and offers complimentary ice skating and rentals from noon - 6 p.m., with a visit from Globe Santa, performances from the Harvard Figure Skating Club and complimentary hot chocolate. Little ones can enjoy a Kid's Cookie Decorating room noon to 3 p.m. This year's event will help to support Globe Santa, The Boston Globe's annual appeal for needy children in Greater Boston.

The 2,900 square-foot Rink at The Charles remains open from December 9th until March 17, 2012, weather permitting. Hours: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. weekends/holidays. Rental Rates: Child/$3, Adult/$5, Family/$10. Skating Admission: Child/$3, Adult/$5, Family/$10. Child rate for under 12; family rate for 2 adults/2 children. Season passes and multi-day passes are available to enjoy ice skating all through the winter months.

Directions: 1 Bennett St
Price: Read above
URL: http://www.harvardsquare.com