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📍 Lake Park, MA
Buffone Skating Arena is a full-service public ice rink operated by FMC Ice Sports, offering public skating sessions, skate rentals, learn-to-skate lessons, skate sharpening, and a snack bar in Worcester.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with children aged 3 and up - the learn-to-skate program is a strong entry point for young beginners, and the public sessions suit casual family outings. The rink's community feel and multi-generational programming make it equally welcoming for first-time skaters and experienced ones.
ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go
💬 What Families Are Saying
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G Reviews from Google
K H
10 months ago
“The first place I ever learned to skate in the early 90s. My step son just took skating lessons here and he loved it. This place is a hidden gem with countless childhood memories. The ice is still great and the overall facility is still in good shape.”
JJ MM
6 months ago
“Recent improvements at this rink are apparent. Thank you staff!”
💬 What parents mention
Overview
Buffone Skating Arena sits on Lake Avenue in Worcester and has served the community since at least the early 1990s. Operated by FMC Ice Sports under a Massachusetts DCR partnership since 1995, the full-size rink runs regular public skating sessions, a learn-to-skate lesson program for all ages, Rusty Blades adult sessions, and private ice rentals for parties and groups. On-site amenities include skate rentals, sharpening, a snack bar, and Wi-Fi.
