| Rink | Announced / expected dates 2026-27 | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Eisstadion Neukolln (Oderstrasse) | 31 Oct 2026 - 14 Mar 2027 | Prices unchanged from last year, skate hire on site |
| Erika-Hess-Eisstadion (Wedding) | opening expected from 1 November | Outdoor rink |
| Eisbahn Lankwitz | early November | Weekly hours published, family-friendly |
| Seebad Friedrichshagen | late November to mid-February | Outdoor, about 600 sq m |
| Neptunbrunnen (town hall Christmas market) | 23 Nov - 30 Dec 2026 (expected) | At the foot of the Red Town Hall |
| Potsdamer Platz | not announced | Ticket from 6 EUR last season |
Choosing a rink
For long sessions without crowds, the Eisstadion Neukolln is the safe choice: very early opening and a long season. For atmosphere, pick the Neptunbrunnen rink near Alexanderplatz. 2026-27 prices for most rinks are not yet published: check each operator's site before you go.
Practical tips
Go on a weekday late afternoon to avoid the weekend, bring gloves, and have coins or a card for skate hire. Sessions are bought at the entrance; some rinks reserve daytime slots for schools.
FAQ
Which rink opens first in Berlin? The Eisstadion Neukolln, on 31 October 2026.
Can I hire skates? Yes, on site at most rinks.
Do children skate free? At the Eisstadion Neukolln, up to age 4, all season.
Go further
To combine skating and Christmas markets with a guide, see the Berlin Christmas markets guided tour. Also read Berlin in winter, hotels for a Christmas weekend in Berlin and Berlin in the rain.
The Berlin Authority editorial team
