| Rink | 2025-26 dates (guide) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Colon | 29 Nov - 6 Jan | General entry 8 EUR |
| Plaza de Espana | 27 Nov - 11 Jan | 450 sq m, Christmas market next door |
| Matadero Madrid | 5 Dec - 6 Jan | 600 sq m, 6.50 EUR per 30 min, skates included, closed 24, 25, 31 Dec and 1 Jan |
| Cibeles (CentroCentro) | 13 Dec - 5 Jan | Over 400 sq m |
| Madrid On Ice (Metropolitano) | 22 Dec - 11 Jan | 11:00 session at 17 EUR |
What to remember
Dates change every year: watch the Madrid city council site and each rink's site from mid-November. The municipal rinks (Matadero, Cibeles) are the cheapest; Colon and Plaza de Espana are best placed for combining skating with a walk through the lights.
Practical tips
Book online for weekends and school holidays, as the 30-minute sessions fill up. Bring gloves (often sold separately). Morning slots are the quietest.
FAQ
When do Madrid's rinks open? Usually late November; 2026-27 dates not yet announced.
Are skates included? At Matadero yes; at Colon it depends on the ticket.
Which is the cheapest? Matadero, at 6.50 EUR per 30-minute session last season.
Go further
To see the Christmas lights with a guide, see the private Madrid Christmas lights tour by eco tuk-tuk. Also read Madrid in winter, Christmas markets in Madrid and Madrid in 3 days.
The Madrid Authority editorial team
