Newsday: This busy indoor rink offers public sessions daily. It also has an adults-only session and a DJ session. Family oriented, it is a perfect place for families with younger children.
3345 Hillside Ave (at Herricks Rd), New Hyde Park, NY
Skating Rink · 8 tips and reviews
Newsday: This medium-size rink is very family friendly with children, parents and grandparents on the ice together during public sessions. Take a break from the ice at their concession stand.
Newsday: Situated along the northern shore of Long Beach, this rink features a snack bar and a pro shop. Public programs and private lessons are available, as are freestyle skating sessions.
2600 Newbridge Rd (at Newbridge Rd Park), Bellmore, NY
Skating Rink · South Bellmore · 5 tips and reviews
Newsday: Features lessons, hockey clinics, hockey leagues, freestyle training, pro shop, public sessions, snack bar, fireplace, summer training camps, group discounts during public sessions, parties.
101A E Broadway (at E Main St), Port Jefferson, NY
Park · 8 tips and reviews
Newsday: This outdoor rink is almost the same size as the Rockefeller Center rink and has the same public vibe. There are no hockey teams/games allowed. There is no concession stand but you can bring food.
Newsday: Popular with hockey teams, this community-oriented rink offers public sessions. It offers lessons for all ages. It has a full concession stand and seating around the rink.