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About the Rink
Winterfest Hartford is a seasonal outdoor rink in Bushnell Park in downtown Hartford, Connecticut. The free public skating program runs each winter near the Pump House.
Public Skating
- Public skating: Free public skating when the season is open
- Public skating hours: Hours vary by day during the operating season. Check the current schedule before visiting.
- Admission: Free
- Skate rental: Available on site when offered
- Season: Opens late November; the 2026 season is scheduled to begin November 27, 2026
Plan Your Visit
- Parking: Free street parking on Elm and Jewell Streets during Winterfest
- Transit: CTtransit and CTfastrak stops are within a few blocks of Bushnell Park
- Location tip: Use 60 Elm St for GPS; the rink is visible from Pulaski Circle
Before You Go
Winterfest Hartford is seasonal, so confirm the rink is open and check current hours before visiting.
Rink listings are provided for informational purposes only. Nova Ice Skating does not own or operate these facilities.
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- Website winterfesthartford.com
- Email jackie@theiquiltplan.org
- Address 60 Elm St, Hartford, CT 06106
- Categories Ice skating rinks