McCarren Ice Rink Opens Tomorrow

The new ice-skating rink that’s been carved out of part of McCarren Pool in Williamsburg will open tomorrow at 11 am, Free Williamsburg reports. The 7,200-square-foot rink will be open seven days a week from 11 am to 10 pm until the first week in January. It can accommodate up to 300 skaters, who can use the pool lockers and other facilities in the locker rooms.

The Hanson Brothers will provide offbeat concessions, like hot dogs with pulled pork and pickled jalapeños, black bean burgers, a “pot roast” melt with brisket, mirepoix relish and sour cream potato sauce, and red eye chicory coffee. Head over to Grub Street to see the whole menu. Ticket prices will be $8 for adults, $5 for seniors and students and $4 for children. Skate rentals will cost $5. The rink will also host a pro shop and skate sharpening, as well as skate classes, clinics and demonstrations.

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