Buda Castle Ice Rink 2026–2027: Winter Skating in Budapest
Looking for a winter activity to add to your Budapest itinerary? Buda Castle Ice Rink opens on November 28, 2026, bringing a season of skating to the Czakó Street Sports and Recreation Centre. Open until March 7, 2027, the covered rink is an option for a family outing or a few hours on the ice with friends.
A Winter Outing on the Buda Side
Despite its name, Buda Castle Ice Rink is located at the Czakó Street Sports and Recreation Centre on Naphegy, rather than inside Buda Castle itself. You’ll find the venue at 2–4 Czakó Street, Budapest 1016, in the city’s 1st District—a useful distinction when planning your visit.
The covered, 20-by-25-metre rink offers a way to work some movement into your winter city break. Whether you’re visiting Budapest during the Christmas season or arriving after the festive rush, the season continues through early March, so skating here isn’t limited to the holidays.
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Opening Hours and Holiday Closures
On weekdays, you can take to the ice between 3 pm and 6 pm. Saturdays and Sundays offer two skating sessions: 10 am to 1 pm and 3 pm to 6 pm. Remember that the rink closes for a two-hour break between the weekend sessions.
If you’re planning a Christmas or New Year visit, keep the holiday schedule in mind. The rink will be closed on December 24, 25 and 26, 2026, and January 1, 2027. On New Year’s Eve, December 31, it will open earlier than usual, welcoming skaters from 9 am to 2 pm.
Admission and Skate Rental
The advertised free admission and discounted tickets apply specifically to residents of Budapest’s 1st District. District residents under 18 can skate free of charge, while adult residents pay HUF 2,000.
The supplied event information does not specify standard admission prices for non-residents, including tourists, so check the current visitor price with the venue before going. Skate rental is available for an additional fee, meaning you won’t need to squeeze your own skates into your holiday luggage.
Essential Event Details
- Event: Buda Castle Ice Rink
- Venue: Czakó Street Sports and Recreation Centre
- Address: 2–4 Czakó Street, Budapest 1016
- Season: November 28, 2026 – March 7, 2027
- Weekday opening hours: Monday–Friday, 3 pm–6 pm
- Weekend opening hours: Saturday–Sunday, 10 am–1 pm and 3 pm–6 pm
- Holiday closures: December 24–26, 2026, and January 1, 2027
- New Year’s Eve opening hours: December 31, 2026, 9 am–2 pm
- Rink: Covered, measuring 20 × 25 metres
- Admission: Free for 1st District residents under 18; HUF 2,000 for adult district residents. Non-resident ticket prices should be checked with the venue.
- Skate rental: Available for an additional fee