Green Mountain Energy Presents Ice at Discovery Green

Glide under the glittering lights of downtown this holiday season. The Ice at Discovery Green is open Fri., Nov. 21, 2025-Mon., Feb. 16, 2026.

Glide under the glittering lights of downtown while making memories that will last a lifetime. Enjoy festive themed nights like Skate with Santa or DJ Skate nights. Bring mittens, scarves and a thermos of hot chocolate to have a winter experience no matter the weather. As always, guests in non-motorized wheelchairs are welcome anytime.

Lace up and make magic on ice – there's something for everyone this season!

Hours of Operation
Monday – Thursday 5 – 10 pm, Friday 5 – 11 pm, Saturday and HISD school holidays* 11 am – 11 pm, Sunday 11 am – 8 pm, Thanksgiving Day 11 am – 11 pm, Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve 11 am – 7 pm, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day 1 pm – 7 pm, Martin Luther King Day (January 19) 11 am – 10 pm. *HISD school holidays are (November 24 – 28; December 22 – 31; January 1 – 5 and 19; and February 13 and 16). **Green Mountain Energy Ice will be closed from 3 – 8 pm on December 7 and from 4 – 6 pm on December 9.

Tickets:

All tickets must be purchased online in advance at www.discoverygreen.com/ice. Tickets will not be available for purchase on site. Please purchase tickets before paying for parking. If weather forces the closure of the rink, ticket holders will be emailed and allowed to reschedule.

Cost is $18 plus tax (includes skate rentals, for 75 minutes). Sales support the Discovery Green Conservancy.

Ice at Discovery Green Events:

Opening Night Celebration
Friday, November 21 from 5 – 10 pm
Kick off the season at Green Mountain Energy presents Ice at Discovery Green! The first 50 people in line at 5 pm skate for free. This evening also marks the debut of H-Town Holiday Lights presented by PNC, a one-of-a-kind light display by Houston content creator Frankie To-ong of Space City Light Shows, bringing Houston music, nostalgic themes, and pride to the Brown Promenade.

DJ Skate Saturdays
Saturdays, November 29, December 13, January 17, and February 14 from 7 – 10 pm
A DJ curates a special night of music designed to get you up and out of your seats and on the move at Green Mountain Energy presents Ice at Discovery Green.
Themes:
November 29: Today’s Pop Hits
December 13: Old School Reggaeton
January 17: R&B on Ice
February 14: Love Songs

Skating with Santa!
Saturdays, November 29, December 6, 13 and 20 from 4 – 5 pm
Children of all ages are invited to visit with a Santa Claus from different backgrounds at Green Mountain Energy presents Ice at Discovery Green.

Skating with the Stars
Tuesdays, November 25, December 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 from 7 – 7:15 pm; Sundays, November 23 and 30; December 7, 14, 21 and 28 from 6 – 6:15 pm
Houston’s top figure skaters perform demonstrations of tricks, dances and twirls. Get inspired by what’s possible when you practice at Green Mountain Energy presents Ice at Discovery Green!

Discounts available:

Green Mountain Energy employees and customers receive a $2 discount.
HAR Homes and Rentals employees receive a $2 discount.
First responders and military receive a $2 discount for up to 5 people; must show valid I.D.

H-Town Holiday Lights presented by PNC
Friday, November 21, 2025 – Sunday, January 4, 2026
This holiday season it’s all about Houston at Discovery Green because we’re partnering with H-Town Frankie of Space City Light Shows for a one-of-a-kind light display. Frankie To-ong is a Houston content creator, DJ and light show expert whose home holiday light shows frequently go viral on social media with Houston nostalgic themes and pride. To-ong will recreate his signature style in Discovery Green using the park’s Brown Promenade as his canvas. A special synchronized song portion of the display will occur on an automated schedule with animations and music playing between shows.

Holiday Flea by Night presented by Green Mountain Energy
Saturdays, November 22 through December 20 from 6 – 10 pm
Shop local! This open-air market features local makers, artists, and plant vendors. This holiday season support Houston’s small businesses bringing their best vintage finds, handmade treasures, unique creations, and one-of-a-kind local goods.