{"id":380461,"date":"2025-08-28T14:28:16","date_gmt":"2025-08-28T14:28:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/380461\/"},"modified":"2025-08-28T14:28:16","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T14:28:16","slug":"manchesters-largest-covered-outdoor-ice-rink-is-making-a-return-for-halloween-and-the-festive-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/380461\/","title":{"rendered":"Manchester&#8217;s Largest Covered Outdoor Ice Rink Is Making A Return For Halloween And The Festive Season"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/DSC03157-1024x683.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"people skating inside skate manchester ice rink with blue lights\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCredit: Supplied<\/p>\n<p>The penultimate bank holiday of the year has passed, so many are already looking ahead to the next one which is at <a href=\"https:\/\/secretmanchester.com\/christmas-things-to-do\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_self\" class=\"shortcode-outbound-link\" data-has-ga=\"true\" data-ga-type=\"click\" data-label=\"https:\/\/secretmanchester.com\/christmas-things-to-do\/\" data-action=\"text_cta_0\" data-category=\"click_internal\">Christmas<\/a> time. A staple of Manchester\u2019s festive celebrations, <strong>Skate Manchester<\/strong> has announced that it will be returning to Cathedral Gardens for the autumn and winter season.<\/p>\n<p>This year will also see the return of the hugely popular <strong>Scare Skate<\/strong> and after <a href=\"https:\/\/secretmanchester.com\/things-to-do-manchester-halloween\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_self\" class=\"shortcode-outbound-link\" data-has-ga=\"true\" data-ga-type=\"click\" data-label=\"https:\/\/secretmanchester.com\/things-to-do-manchester-halloween\/\" data-action=\"text_cta_1\" data-category=\"click_internal\">Halloween<\/a>, the magic will continue as the rink <strong>transforms into a festive wonderland<\/strong>, complete with the return of the gleaming ice path that lets skaters spin around a <strong>dazzling seven-metre-tall Christmas tree<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p> <img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-76295\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/DSC03279.jpg\" alt=\"people skating around christmas tree in the centre of ice rink at skate manchester\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\"  \/>Credit: Supplied <\/p>\n<p>Skate Manchester is the<strong> largest <a href=\"https:\/\/secretmanchester.com\/ice-skating-manchester\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_self\" class=\"shortcode-outbound-link\" data-has-ga=\"true\" data-ga-type=\"click\" data-label=\"https:\/\/secretmanchester.com\/ice-skating-manchester\/\" data-action=\"text_cta_2\" data-category=\"click_internal\">ice rink<\/a> in the UK<\/strong> that is partially powered by the grid making it the more sustainable attraction of its type in the UK. With the return of Skate Manchester for another year, Mancunians and those visiting the city can enjoy a <strong>fully covered and weatherproof rink<\/strong> for skaters. <\/p>\n<p> When does Skate Manchester return? <\/p>\n<p>Skate Manchester at Cathedral Gardens will run from <strong>October 25, 2025 until January 4, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-76303\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/skate-manchester-ice-rink-lit-up-pink.jpg\" alt=\"ice rink lit up pink\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\"  \/>Credit: Supplied What to expect at Skate Manchester Skate on and Skate off \u2018Pit Lane\u2019 <\/p>\n<p>New this year is the <strong>Skate on and Skate off \u2018Pit Lane\u2019<\/strong> available during skating for those needing a break and a <a href=\"https:\/\/secretmanchester.com\/best-hot-chocolates-manchester\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_self\" class=\"shortcode-outbound-link\" data-has-ga=\"true\" data-ga-type=\"click\" data-label=\"https:\/\/secretmanchester.com\/best-hot-chocolates-manchester\/\" data-action=\"text_cta_3\" data-category=\"click_internal\">hot chocolate<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/secretmanchester.com\/where-to-drink-mulled-wine-manchester\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_self\" class=\"shortcode-outbound-link\" data-has-ga=\"true\" data-ga-type=\"click\" data-label=\"https:\/\/secretmanchester.com\/where-to-drink-mulled-wine-manchester\/\" data-action=\"text_cta_4\" data-category=\"click_internal\">mulled wine<\/a>, plus a VIP ticket option allowing for a fast-track entry into the rink. <\/p>\n<p> Scare Skate returns for 2025 <\/p>\n<p>Following success in previous years, <strong>Scare Skate<\/strong> returns in 2025. Friends and families visiting the rink this season can expect <strong>Halloween-themed music, lighting and themed props<\/strong> to ignite the fright factor. <\/p>\n<p> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-76291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/DSC01945.jpg\" alt=\"people walking through the entrance of skate manchester\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\"  \/>Credit: Supplied Dedicated quiet and toddler skate sessions <\/p>\n<p>The rink will also offer a variety of skate sessions tailored to meet the needs of all visitors. This includes <strong>dedicated quiet and toddler sessions<\/strong> designed for a more relaxed environment. Quiet toddler sessions cost \u00a315 for a parent and a toddler and will run from Monday to Friday, 2pm-3pm.<\/p>\n<p> Discounted tickets <\/p>\n<p>Plus, discounted tickets and weekly events for students will also be available <strong>between October 25 and December 6<\/strong>. These include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight:400;\"><strong>Community Takeover Mondays:<\/strong> \u00a35\/ ticket after a form is submitted, running from 5pm to 9pm  <\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight:400;\"><strong>Concession discounts (students &amp; blue light workers):<\/strong> 20% off regular off-peak ticket price<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight:400;\"><strong>Student Wednesdays:<\/strong> \u00a312 per ticket (includes one drink), running from 5pm to 9pm. Valid student ID required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-76301\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/DSC01070.jpg\" alt=\"skate manchester ice rink lit up blue\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\"  \/>Credit: Supplied Skate Manchester opening times <\/p>\n<p>From <strong>October 25 to December 6<\/strong>, the rink will be open daily <strong>from 11am to 9pm<\/strong> (doors open at 10.30am), with the last session starting at 8pm. From<strong> December 7 to January 4<\/strong>, opening hours extend<strong> from 10am to 9pm<\/strong> (doors open at 9.30am), with the last session starting at 8pm. Skate Manchester will be closed on Christmas Day (December 25).<\/p>\n<p>Skating sessions last up to 45 minutes, and it is recommended that you arrive 30 to 40 minutes before your session to get ready to take to the ice.<\/p>\n<p> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-76293\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1756391296_813_DSC02853.jpg\" alt=\"people skating on ice rink\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\"  \/>Credit: Supplied Ticket prices for Skate Manchester <\/p>\n<p>Adult tickets (for those aged 13 or over) <strong>start from \u00a317.50 per session<\/strong> and tickets for children aged 3 to 12 years old start from <strong>\u00a313.75 per session<\/strong>. Family tickets (1 adult + 3 children or 2 adults + 2 children) <strong>start from \u00a352<\/strong> and skate aids will be available to hire at the rink for \u00a35 on a first-come, first-served basis.<\/p>\n<p>There is also the option to <strong>upgrade tickets to VIP<\/strong>, which includes a dedicated boot hire desk, fast-lane entry to the ice, free bag check, and access to Skate Manchester\u2019s cosy VIP pit lane complete with a hot chocolate, coffee, mulled wine and other beverages. VIP tickets start <strong>from \u00a323.50 for adults<\/strong>, <strong>\u00a319.75 for kids<\/strong> and <strong>\u00a376 for a family<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Starting from today, super early bird tickets are available to purchase online <a href=\"https:\/\/skatemanchester.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"shortcode-outbound-link\" data-has-ga=\"true\" data-ga-type=\"click\" data-label=\"https:\/\/skatemanchester.com\/\" data-action=\"text_cta_5\" data-category=\"click_non_sales\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Credit: Supplied The penultimate bank holiday of the year has passed, so many are already looking ahead to&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":380462,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8813],"tags":[30642,748,35745,393,4884,10838,132406,2465,16,15,59345],"class_list":{"0":"post-380461","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-manchester","8":"tag-autumn","9":"tag-britain","10":"tag-christmas","11":"tag-england","12":"tag-great-britain","13":"tag-halloween","14":"tag-ice-skating","15":"tag-manchester","16":"tag-uk","17":"tag-united-kingdom","18":"tag-winter"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/115106868216340605","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/380461","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=380461"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/380461\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/380462"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=380461"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=380461"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=380461"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}