Porrazzo Skating Rink

📍 East Boston, MA

★4.6(44 Google reviews)

Porrazzo Skating Rink is a Massachusetts DCR-operated public ice rink in East Boston offering public skating, skate rentals, skate sharpening, learn-to-skate programs for all ages, youth hockey, and private ice rental for parties and groups.

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★★★★★Featured review by Gregg Danilchuk

The best ice surface, impeccibly clean

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with kids of any skating ability — the range of programs from first-time skaters through youth hockey teams means the rink serves genuinely diverse needs. Public sessions are affordable and staffed for safety. Private rental packages work well for birthday parties wanting exclusive ice time.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Check the website for seasonal reopening dates — the rink closes annually for the off-season

⏰Skate rentals and sharpening are available on-site so no personal equipment is needed

🎟️Private ice rentals are bookable for birthday parties and group events — contact the rink directly to reserve

🚗Youth hockey league and learn-to-skate enrollment details are listed under Rink Programs on the FMC Ice Sports website

💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.6

★★★★★

44 Google reviews

Excellent ice surface quality50%

Clean and well-maintained facility30%

Strong youth programs12%

Affordable public sessions8%

Gregg Danilchuk

★★★★★

“The best ice surface, impeccibly clean”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Porrazzo is a full-service public ice rink managed by FMC Ice Sports under the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation since 2005. The facility is described by regular visitors as impeccably clean with an excellent ice surface. Programs span learn-to-skate for beginners through competitive youth hockey leagues including the East Boston High School team and Middlesex Icemen. Skate rentals and sharpening are available on-site alongside a snack bar and Wi-Fi.