Past Events (Ice Rink)
Frozen Assets Festival 2026
February 7 - February 8
Join the 14th Annual Frozen Assets Festival on February 7 and 8 at The Edgewater in Madison. This free, family-friendly event on Lake Mendota features kite demonstrations, skydiving, ice skating, snowshoeing, and the annual 5K Run/Walk. Help support local water quality projects while enjoying a weekend of winter fun and community activities on ice.
A Frozen Night on the Plaza!
February 4
Join Elsa and Olaf for a magical evening at the Plaza on February 4th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Whether you are skating on the ice or enjoying pizza and hot cocoa by the firepits, it is the perfect winter outing. Bring the family for photos, hugs, and frosty fun. Get your tickets online today.
A Night of Heroes Skate!
January 14
Join us for a Night of Heroes at our skate event on January 14 from 6 to 8 pm. Captain America and Wonder Woman will be at the plaza to greet fans and skate while you enjoy pizza and spiked hot cocoa. Book your tickets now at IcehouseMadison.com and prepare for a heroic evening out.
Valentine’s Day Disco Skate
February 14, 2025
Get your groove on this Valentine’s Day at our disco-themed skate night. Join us on February 14 from 7 to 9 PM at The Edgewater for an evening of skating, lights, and funky fun. Grab your sweetheart or your squad and head to the rink. Be sure to check our website for any important weather updates.
Frozen Assets Festival 2025
February 8, 2025
Join Clean Lakes Alliance at The Edgewater on February 8, 2025, for the 13th Annual Frozen Assets Festival. This free, family-friendly event features ice skating, the 5K Run/Walk, snowshoeing, live science demonstrations, and much more on beautiful Lake Mendota. Come celebrate winter and learn about our local lakes with tons of fun activities for everyone.
Frozen Assets 5k Run/Walk
February 8, 2025
Join the Clean Lakes Alliance on February 8, 2025, for the Frozen Assets 5K Run/Walk. Experience a unique journey across the ice on Madison's Lake Mendota while supporting vital water quality and lake improvement projects. Registration includes an event t-shirt and a post-race beverage. Sign up now to race for a healthier environment.
Skate for the Lakes
February 3, 2025 - February 7, 2025
Join us at The Edgewater Ice Rink from February 3 through February 7 for Skate for the Lakes. Every ticket sold contributes three dollars to the Clean Lakes Alliance to help protect our local waterways. Lace up your skates, enjoy festive refreshments with friends and family, and help us make a positive impact for our lakes.
Superhero Skate
February 1, 2025
Suit up for an action-packed afternoon on February 1st from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM at our Superhero Skate. Join Wonder Woman and Captain America for a heroic adventure on the ice. Skate alongside your favorite characters, snap epic photos, and enjoy family-friendly fun that is guaranteed to save the day for everyone involved.
A Very Frozen Skate featuring Elsa & Olaf
January 25, 2025
Join us for a magical afternoon on January 25 from 12:30 to 1:30 PM for a very special ice skating event featuring Elsa and Olaf. Meet your favorite characters, snap photos, and enjoy a fun-filled day for the whole family. Grab delicious pizza after your skate to complete this perfect winter adventure on the ice.
Sunset Skating
January 15, 2025 - February 28, 2025
Experience the magic of winter at The Edgewater with our Sunset Ice Skating sessions running from January 15 through February 28, 2025. Join us Wednesday through Sunday for evening glides on the rink. Don't forget to tag your photos with #edgewatersunsetskate to redeem a BOGO hot cocoa offer. Grab your tickets online today.
North Pole Post-Race Party
December 21, 2024
Celebrate the completion of the Run Santa Run 5K at the North Pole Post-Race Party on December 21. Join us at The Edgewater from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm for complimentary drinks, festive music by DJ Jolly on the Grand Plaza, ice skating, holiday snacks, and beautiful lakeside light displays to continue the cheer.
Valentine’s Day Disco Skate
February 14, 2024
Get ready to boogie this Valentine’s Day at our popular Disco Skate event on February 14. Join us at the Holiday Ice Rink at The Edgewater for a festive evening featuring a red-lit rink, delicious heart-shaped pizzas, and themed cocktails. Grab your skates, invite your sweetheart, and join us for a groovy night on the ice.
Frozen Assets Festival 2024
February 3, 2024
Join the 12th annual Frozen Assets Festival on February 3rd at The Edgewater. Enjoy a day of free winter fun, including ice skating, science demonstrations, movies, and hot chocolate. This community event celebrates our local lakes while raising essential funds to protect water quality through the Clean Lakes Alliance mission. All are welcome to attend.
Frozen Assets 5k Run/Walk
February 3, 2024
Join us on February 3rd for the Frozen Assets 5K event at The Edgewater. Due to ice conditions, we have updated the event to Madison's largest winter workout featuring a Barre3 session. Pick up your t-shirt, enjoy a complimentary drink, and support lake water quality. Registration is open for a morning of strength and community.
Night ICE 2024
February 2, 2024
Join us for Night ICE 2024 at The Edgewater on February 2. Skate under the stars to energetic beats by DJ Nick Nice as the ice rink transforms into a colorful, moonlit nightclub experience. Perfect for all skill levels, this event kicks off the Frozen Assets Festival weekend. Grab your tickets today for this unforgettable evening.
A Very Frozen Skate featuring Anna & Elsa
January 31, 2024
Join Anna and Elsa for a magical evening at The Edgewater Ice Rink on January 31. Lace up your skates for a Frozen-themed celebration perfect for the whole family. Enjoy delicious pizza from the Slicehouse, sip on warm cocoa, and make unforgettable memories. Grab your tickets online today and prepare for a chilly, enchanted adventure.
Superhero Skate
January 10, 2024
Calling all heroes to the ice for our exciting Superhero Skate event on January 10. Join us for a magical evening of skating, meet your favorite superheroes on the rink, and refuel afterward with fresh pizza from The Icehouse. Grab your tickets online today and don't forget to check our website for any weather updates.
New Years Eve at The Ice Rink
December 31, 2023
Join us for a magical New Years Eve celebration at The Ice Rink on December 31 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Gather your friends and family for an unforgettable evening of skating under the lights as we ring in the new year together at The Edgewater. It is the perfect holiday tradition for everyone.
North Pole Post-Race Party
December 16, 2023
Celebrate the Run Santa Run 5K at The Edgewater on December 16. Join our North Pole Post-Race Party for drinks, holiday hits with DJ Jolly, and skating on the plaza. Whether you want to warm up with hot cocoa, enjoy craft cocktails, or explore the Lights on the Lake experience, it is the perfect holiday celebration.
Skate with The Grinch
December 13, 2023
Get ready for a festive adventure at The Icehouse! Join us on December 13 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm for a special holiday event where you can skate with the Grinch. Grab your friends and family for this unique Whoville experience, take photos, and test your skills in an unforgettable skate-off on the ice.
Ice Rink Season Opener – Weather Dependent
December 13, 2023
Get ready for our holiday ice rink season opener on December 13 from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Enjoy delicious pizza from the Slicehouse and cozy up with a signature Winter Warmer or spiked hot cocoa. Please note that the event is weather dependent. Visit IcehouseMadison.com to order your tickets in advance and secure your spot.
‘Perfect Pair’ Skate featuring Beauty & The Beast 2023
February 9, 2023
Experience a magical evening at The Edgewater with our Perfect Pair skate featuring Beauty and The Beast on February 9. Enjoy ice skating, delicious pizza from the Slicehouse, and cozy drinks on the plaza. Whether you hit the ice or just grab dinner, it is a fairytale event you do not want to miss.
Frozen Assets: Kites on Mendota
February 5, 2023
Join us for the final day of Kites on Mendota at The Edgewater. Watch colorful kites soar high above the frozen lake while you enjoy brunch at The Statehouse or go for a spin on our scenic ice rink. It is the perfect winter outing to celebrate the season with family and friends outdoors.
Frozen Assets: Friday Night Brewgrass
February 3, 2023
The Edgewater is Madison's premier destination for community entertainment and live music. We are thrilled to host our popular Brewgrass Fridays concert series throughout the summer months. From live bluegrass bands to beautiful lakeside views, there is no better way to spend your weekend. Explore our full calendar of upcoming local events today.
Frozen Assets: Frozen Night Out
February 2, 2023
Join us at The Edgewater for a Frozen Night Out on February 2. Experience live ice sculpting, warm up by the firepit with hot toddies, and enjoy our delicious s'mores station. From indoor game prizes to outdoor ice-themed challenges, there is plenty of winter fun for everyone. Come out and enjoy the chilly festivities locally.
Frozen Assets: Youth Hockey Skate
February 1, 2023
Join us at The Edgewater for a special Youth Hockey Skate on February 1. Wear your youth jersey to skate for free in celebration of National Girls and Women in Sports Day. Enjoy live ice sculpting and a chance to meet UW Badger Women’s Hockey alumni before cheering on the Badgers basketball team at The Boathouse.
Frozen Assets: Tropical Tuesday
January 31, 2023
Escape the winter chill at our Tropical Tuesday event on the ice. Join us for live ice sculpting, island music, and refreshing summer-inspired cocktails at The Boathouse. Grab a lei and enjoy Hawaiian pizza while listening to the sounds of Toco Beach Steelpan. It is the perfect island getaway right on Lake Mendota.
Frozen Assets: Frozen Skate
January 30, 2023
Experience a magical afternoon at The Edgewater Ice Rink during our Frozen Skate event. Join Elsa, Anna, and their friends for skating, themed snacks, snow cones, and hot cocoa. Gather the family for this enchanting winter celebration. Tickets are available online two weeks before the event. We look forward to seeing you on the ice.
Frozen Assets: Sunday Funday
January 29, 2023
Join us for a spectacular Sunday Funday on January 29th at The Edgewater. Lace up your skates for a session on the Culinary Ice Rink, indulge in a delicious brunch at The Statehouse, or catch all the action of the NFL Championship games during our lively watch party at the Boathouse. See you there.
Frozen Assets Week
January 28, 2023 - February 5, 2023
Join Clean Lakes Alliance and The Edgewater for the annual Frozen Assets festival from January 28 to February 5, 2023. This nine-day event celebrates our local lakes through unique experiences, ice skating, live music, and professional sculpting. Support water quality improvement projects while enjoying fun community activities throughout the week at the iconic Edgewater hotel.
UW Men’s Hockey Team Skate
January 8, 2023
Join us at The Edgewater Ice Rink on Sunday, January 8, from 10 to 11 am for our annual UW men’s hockey team skate. This free community event offers fans a chance to meet players, grab autographs, and take photos. Bring your own skates or rent a pair for just three dollars. All ages are welcome.