Aotea Square Ice Rink Announced
Published: Friday 6 June 2025
Auckland is about to get a whole lot cooler! — Paradice (Ice) Events today announces it’s bringing the magic of winter back to the heart of Auckland with the return of its iconic pop-up ice rink!
Opening Friday 20 June in Auckland, the rink will once again transform Aotea Square into a sparkling winter wonderland where skaters of all ages can glide under the stars.
Whether you're a pro on the blades or trying ice skating for the first time, everyone's invited to join the fun under a kaleidoscope of colourful lights. It's winter magic right in the middle of the city!
This year’s line-up is packed with themed nights to keep the energy high:
- Student Wednesdays – Skate with your mates and enjoy midweek discounts
- Skate & Date Thursdays – Romantic tunes, soft lights, and perfect vibes
- Groovy Fridays – DJ beats from a booth on the ice to kick off your weekend.
Auckland’s Aotea Square Ice Rink is marking 12 incredible years — with over 250,000 skaters gliding across its ice since 2012. The Auckland season will launch with a special Matariki Opening Night, featuring a live DJ spinning your favourite Kiwiana hits.
Behind the Ice
- Rink size: 30m x 15m
- Skates available: Approx. 400 pairs
- How it’s made: The rink is built on a specially constructed deck, followed by layers of insulation and six-metre-long aluminium panels. A powerful chiller is installed, then water is added and frozen to create the perfect skating surface.
So, grab your whānau, rally your flatmates, or bring your work crew—Paradice Ice Events rinks are the place to be this winter. Whether it’s a fun family day out, a romantic night under the lights, or a Friday evening filled with music and mates—don’t miss the coolest event of the season.
Friday 20 June to Sunday 20 July
Friday 20 June - Matariki – Face Painting 1-3pm
Wednesday Student Night – 7-10pm $19 (Student ID required)
Skate and Date Thursdays – 7-10pm (Romantic tunes)
DJ on Ice Fridays – DJ Trev and the team from Limelight DJ’s
Opening Hours:
10 am – 11pm Friday and Saturday
10am – 10pm Sunday to Thursday
Ice Skating Prices
Adults (13 years and over) $26
Children (12 years and under) $22
Pre-schoolers (3 and 4 year olds) $15
Family pass $69 (maximum four people)
Please note: all skaters are required to wear a helmet or safety approved headband when skating and assume all risks and danger of personal injury from or related to admission to the Aotea Square Ice Rink. Helmets are available free of charge and skating frames can be hired for beginners.
Please note minimum age for ice skating is 3 years old.
Four Points by Sheraton Auckland is the Aotea Square Ice Rink Official Accommodation provider.
