San Jose's Thanksgiving "Skate Under the Palms" Ice Skating

"Skate in true California style. A local tradition since 1994, Skate Under the Palms, formerly known as Downtown Ice in San Jose, is the only rink in the world that offers skating in and around a circle of 32 palm trees. Typically, there are special events throughout the season as well, but the 2025-26 event schedule has not yet been announced (as of 11/17/25). Get 90 minutes of free parking on weekdays after 6 pm and on weekends in select lots."

"2025-26 Operating Hours Please be aware that hours are subject to change. Follow on Instagram for the latest on hours and weather. Open daily from November 26, 2025 through January 19, 2026. Admission is $21 and includes skates. Skate Under the Palms Hours Saturdays:11:00 am - 10:30 pm Thanksgiving:11:00 am - 10:30 pm Christmas:1:00 pm - 10:30 pm Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur."

"Although the 2025-26 schedule has yet to be announced, they have announced that they will host a couple of Bring Your Own Skate nights throughout the season, where skaters with their own skates can get a discount on admission. - Dates: November 26, 2025 to January 19, 2026 - Where: Circle of Palms Plaza, 120 S. Market St., San Jose - Cost: $21 for all ages (including skate rental)Find 90 minutes of free parking"

Skate Under the Palms opens daily at Circle of Palms Plaza, 120 S. Market St., San Jose, from November 26, 2025 through January 19, 2026. The rink features skating in and around a circle of 32 palm trees and has been a local tradition since 1994. Admission is $21 for all ages and includes skate rental. A couple of Bring Your Own Skate nights will offer discounted admission for skaters who bring their own skates. Standard hours include Saturdays and Thanksgiving from 11:00 am to 10:30 pm and Christmas from 1:00 pm to 10:30 pm. Some lots offer 90 minutes of free parking; hours and details are subject to change.

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