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 Ralph Walker Ice Skating Rink

Ralph Walker Ice Skating Rink

The Ralph Walker Ice Skating Rink provides an opportunity for ice skating enthusiasts to develop their skills and ice skating in a safe and managed environment.

 

Programs and Activities

  • Birthday Parties
  • Learn-To-Skate Programs
  • Stick Hockey
  • Ice Rental

Skaters at Walker Rink

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Public Skating Schedule

The ice skating rink season lasts from November 15 to March 14.

Public Skating Hours
Monday 12 -1:30 pm
Wednesday 12 -1:30 pm
Friday 12 -1:30 pm and 8 - 9:30 pm
Saturday 2:30 - 4 pm and 6 - 7:30 pm
Sunday 2:30 - 4 pm and 6 - 7:30 pm

Special February Vacation hours:

Winter Break Schedule: February 18 - 22
Monday through Friday 12:00 noon to 1:30 pm
2:30 to 4:00 pm
Tuesday extra 4:30 - 6:00 pm
Thursday extra 4:30 - 6:00 pm
Regular hours Saturday and Sunday

Walker Rink Concession
Walker Rink Concession Area

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Rink Skating Fees

Admission Resident Non-Resident
Adult $4.00 $5.00
Child (under 18) $3.00 $4.00
Senior $3.00 $3.00
Skate Rental $4.00 $4.00
Special Schedules Holidays & Vacations
Call Rink for Details: 203-946-8007

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Rink Rental Fees

Rentals (50 minutes) Resident Non-Resident
Peak Hours $170 $210
Off-peak Hours $100 $135
New Haven Schools -
organized including Hockey 		$130 -
New Haven School groups -
per child including skate rental 		$2.00 -
Skate Rental $4.00 $4.00
Special Schedules Holidays & Vacations
Call Rink for Details: 203-946-8007

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Directions to Ralph Walker Ice Skating Rink

From the South and East
Route 95 to Route 91 North Exit 5 (2 miles): State Street Light at bottom of ramp Sharp left under highway Rink is immediately on right

From the North
Route 91 South to exit 6
Left at bottom of ramp under highway
Right at light: State Street, 1/2 mile to light
Bear right under highway
Rink is immediately on right

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Elm City Skating ClubThe Elm City Skating Club

Children's Learn to Skate Program

PDF DownloadFor information, download the Flyer and Application Form

  • Kid's courses meet every Saturday at 1:00pm and 4:00pm
  • Adult courses meet every Saturday at 1:30pm and 4:00pm
  • Each session consists of 30 minutes of instructional skating and 30 minutes of on-ice practice
  • There will be no more than 12 skaters per instructor and group levels may be combined

Learn to Play Hockey Program

PDF DownloadFor information, download the Flyer

  • 6-Week Intensive Session, Focusing On Drills to Improve Your Game

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Birthday Parties at Walker Rink

HAVE YOUR BIRTHDAY PARTY
AT RALPH WALKER ICE RINK!!!

Blake Field, 1080 State Street
New Haven, CT 06513
Call for details: 203-946-8007

We have several packages to suit your party needs.
Packages include lunch from Subway® Restaurants or Amato’s pizza.

  • Subway® package for 12 children includes: 3 ft. sub, 12 drinks, 12 cookies & 12 bags of chips.
  • Pizza Package includes 2 slices of pizza per child, 1 drink per child, and 1 cannoli per child.

Cost for either package is $200 for up to 12 children.
Add an additional $10 per child for parties over 12 children.

Please call Nancy for additional information
203-915-1203 or email walkerskatingrink@sbcglobal.net

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