The Rink: Rolling at Discovery Green
The Rink: Rolling at Discovery Green returns early this year! Starting Feb. 10 Houstonians can enjoy five weeks of roller-skating fun in Discovery Green at downtown Houston’s only outdoor roller rink. This year features a new and improved rink with a rubber subfloor for increased comfort and bright colors perfect for cool photos. See the full schedule below for details about Opening Night and special events throughout the season.
The Rink: Rolling at Discovery Green will be open Friday, Feb. 10, through Friday, Mar. 17, 2023. Hours are: Monday – Thursday, 5 – 10 p.m.; Fridays 5 –11 p.m.; Saturdays and school holidays (Mar. 13-17) 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Sundays 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Schedule:
Opening Night
Friday, Feb. 10, 5 –11 p.m.
Enjoy music by Yung Chris the DJ! Daisies & Pancakes skate community & skate instructors will showcase their epic talents. The first 50 skaters in line skate for free and Forever Green members skate for free from 5 – 7 p.m. You can find roller skates and more at daisiesandpancakes.com.
Valentine’s Day
Tuesday, Feb. 14, 5 – 10 p.m.
Couples skate for $16. Grab a friend, a partner, or your special someone and get two tickets to skate for $16.
Rainbow on the Rink
Friday, Feb. 17, 7 – 10 p.m.
Enjoy a LGBTQ celebration at The Rink — Rolling at Discovery Green! Guests will enjoy music by DJ Joe Ross, performances by local drag queens Angelina DM Trailz, Reign LaRue & Ericka Sanchez and the ultimate roller-skating dance party. Admission is free; skating fees apply.
7:30–7:45 p.m. Ericka Sanchez performance (on stage)
8:30–8:45 p.m. Angelina DM Trailz performance (on rink)
9:30–9:45 p.m. Reign LaRue performance (on stage)
Cheap Skate Nights
Mondays, Feb. 13, 20 & 27; Mar. 6, 5–10 p.m.
On select Mondays, skate around the rink for just $8 plus tax per person.
Time Warp Tuesdays
Tuesdays, Feb. 14, 21 & 28; Mar. 7 & 14, 7–9 p.m.
Skate to your favorite songs from decades past curated by DJ Mohawk Steve.
Clutch City Wednesdays
Wednesdays, Feb. 15 & 22, Mar. 1 & 8, 5–10 p.m.
Skate to music by Houston artists and wear any Houston sports team gear to receive $2 off admission. Discounted tickets must be purchased in-person. If the desired time is fully-booked, there may be a wait.
College Student Night
Thursdays, Feb. 16 – Mar. 9, 5 – 10 p.m.
On Thursdays students can show their current college ID to receive $2 off admission.
FUNomenal Fridays
Fridays, Feb. 24; Mar. 3, 10 & 17, 7 – 10 p.m.
Music by DJ Monstaa, a light show and roller skating make for FUNomenal Friday nights.
Skate Party Saturdays
Saturdays, Feb. 18 & 25, 7-10 p.m.
Mar. 4, 4-7p.m.
Listen to the coolest pop hits by DJ Boris while skating on the rink.
The roller rink may be closed or delayed at times due to weather conditions or private events. Call 713.434.RINK (7465) for updates and check www.discoverygreen.com/rollerrink for closures or delays. Guests holding tickets will be notified via email and their tickets refunded if weather closures are necessary at their reserved times.
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