Eistraum am Christkindlmarkt (Ice Dream at the Christmas Market)
Visitors glide across more than 3,000 square meters of ice and follow winding paths through Rathauspark, set against the backdrop of the illuminated City Hall and Burgtheater. The rink features festive lighting, seasonal music, and a dedicated children's rink with learning aids for beginners. Facilities on-site include warmed skate rentals, storage lockers, and a blade-sharpening service.
Nov 13, 2026 – Jan 6, 2027 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
It says single tickets and group discounts are available, and skating is free for schools through the separate school program. School skate rentals are 5€ at discounted rates; double-blade skates and helmets are free for that program while supplies last. Skating equipment rental requires a valid ticket; a free ticket is required to borrow double blades and helmets. Lockers cost 3.20€ on-site or 2.90€ online. Rental items require a €50 deposit or surrender of an ID card; lost locker keys incur a 20€ replacement fee.
Hours
Daily 10 am–10 pm; December 24, 10 am–6:30 pm.
Neighborhood
Rathauspark
Food & Drink
Warm punch is suggested for visitors waiting while their skates are sharpened.
Accessibility
Accessible toilets with Eurokey locks, wheelchair-accessible tables and cash machines, large-print and simple-language information, and Braille features are available at the Christmas Market.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Buy skate-rental, locker-key or sharpening-service tickets online to receive the stated online discount.
- Bring an ID card or be prepared to leave a deposit when renting skates, double blades, helmets or locker keys.
- Get a free on-site ticket before borrowing children’s double blades or helmets, which are available while supplies last.
- Use the lockers for shoes, bags or backpacks, and collect belongings before they close shortly after the rink shuts.
- Use public transport or bicycle parking: several tram and underground lines serve the area, and bicycle parking is available nearby.
Special Events & Promotions
- Group discounts are available.
- Schools, kindergartens and after-school programs can skate for free on school days through the separate school program.
- School-program skate rentals are discounted.
- School-program double-blade skates and helmets are provided free while supplies last.
- Online purchases of skate, locker-key or sharpening-service tickets receive a discount.
Links & Contact
Run by Wiener Christkindlmarkt
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a separate rink for young children and beginners?
Yes. A children’s rink is separated from the main rink and has learning aids for little skaters.
Can I rent skates at the venue?
Yes. More than 2,000 pairs of warmed skates are available to rent; skate rental requires a valid skating ticket.
What equipment is available for small children?
Adjustable double-blade skates in sizes 21–25 and children’s helmets are available while supplies last. Borrowing them requires a free ticket from an on-site ticket office.
Are there discounts or free skating sessions for groups?
Group discounts are available. Schools, kindergartens and after-school programs can skate for free on school days through the separate school program, with discounted skate rental.
How can I get to the skating rink by public transport?
Use lines 1, 71 or D for Rathausplatz/Burgtheater, line 2 for Parliament, U2 for Rathaus, or U3 for Volkstheater and the Ring exit.
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