Ice Skating New Years Day 2025!

1 January 2025 (yes, New Year's Day).

ice skating outdoors at Quiet Water Park in Annapolis

in the afternoon, say 13:00 to 15:00 ? with optional hike through the park and/or coffee/tea/chocolate at the concession afterwards.

large rink with all skill levels skating at the same time

dress warm and wear gloves (ski-type are suggested)

the park is dog-friendly, but pets are not allowed on the ice.

being a cold-temperature outdoor activity, rainy or warm weather cancels (sorry)

details:

the park is in Annapolis at 130 Hillsmere Dr.

park admission is 6 USD/car/day; plenty of parking near the ice skating area. follow the road from the entry booth to park headquarters; the ice rink is on the right, the parking lot is on the left

skating fee is 7 USD/person ; skate rental is 3 USD/person (not clear if these cost are per-day or per-session)

sessions start every hour on the hour and last 2 hours

directions from anywhere: get on Hwy 50; take the offamp to rt 665 (Aris Allen Blvd) and follow it when it becomes Forest Drive; after a couple miles look for a traffic light and a Exxon gas station on the right; turn right on Hillsmere dr.; there is a sign pointing to the park as you approach the intersection; the take the first street on the right to the park.