Wexford on Ice will return to Wexford Quay next week, bringing its popular festive ice-skating experience back to the town for another Christmas season…
The real ice rink is scheduled to open on Saturday, November 21, and will remain in place until Sunday, January 3, 2027.
Located along Wexford Quay, the attraction has become a familiar feature of the town’s festive calendar in recent years, welcoming families, children, couples and groups looking to enjoy a seasonal activity in the run-up to Christmas.
The rink offers visitors the chance to skate on real ice beneath festive lights, with Christmas music helping to create the atmosphere. It caters for both experienced skaters and those trying ice skating for the first time, with skating aids available for younger and less confident visitors.
Wexford on Ice has been a regular presence on the Quay for several seasons, with previous editions taking place in both 2024 and 2025.
How much are tickets for Wexford on Ice?
A range of individual and family ticket options are available for the 2026 season.
- Child ticket: €19
- Adult ticket: €21
- Family of three: €54
- Family of four: €70
There is also a discounted student ticket priced at €15, available every Wednesday from 6pm with a valid student card.
Children’s tickets apply to those aged 16 and under, while children must be at least three years old to skate.
Each skating session lasts 45 minutes, with skate hire included in the ticket price.
School and group skating packages
Wexford on Ice will also cater for school groups during the festive period, with dedicated midweek School Skate sessions running from November 23 until December 18.
Each school session includes a 45-minute skate, skate hire and an ice rink marshal on the ice throughout. Stability aids are available for pupils who may be nervous or new to skating, while teachers can skate for free.
School sessions must be booked in advance and are subject to availability. Groups must have a minimum of 20 skaters, with a maximum of 150 per session.
Schools interested in arranging a visit can contact the organisers at boxoffice@lantern.ie for further information.
Opening times
From November 21 until December 18, the rink will operate from 3pm to 9pm on weekdays, with the last skate beginning at 8pm.
At weekends, it will open from 10am until 9pm, again with the last skate at 8pm.
From December 19 until January 3, the rink will open daily from 10am to 9pm.
There will be shorter opening hours on Christmas Eve, St Stephen’s Day and New Year’s Eve, when the rink will operate from 10am until 6pm.
Visitors are encouraged to book ahead, particularly for busy weekend and peak festive sessions. Spectators can watch without paying an admission fee, and a cloakroom is available for €2.
Tickets and further information are available through the official Wexford on Ice website.
Wexford Weekly
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