Skate Zalakaros’s sparkling ice rink all winter at Karos Korzó—family fun, concerts, rentals, hockey sign-ups, and cozy treats through Jan 31, 2026. Affordable tickets and events await.
when: 2026.01.19., Monday - 2026.01.25., Sunday
where: 8749 Zalakaros, Szőlő utca 16.
Zalakaros keeps the blades buzzing through January 31, 2026. Lights flick on, the ice sparkles, and the slip-and-giggle season is in full swing. Whether you’re a pro or meeting the ice for the first time, you’ll end up taking a lap. Glittery beanie, ugly sweater, or “I’m just watching” face—doesn’t matter. Hot drinks are coming, the lights are warming up, and yes, they’re waiting for you.
Big Rink, Bigger Vibes
The rink covers about 8,611 square feet, with a 115×75-foot skating area. Karos Korzó (Karos Promenade) piles on Advent treats, family programs, and major concerts.
Opening Hours
Mon–Thu 14:00–20:00; Fri 14:00–21:00; Sat 10:00–21:00; Sun 10:00–20:00.
Tickets and Rentals
Unlimited day entry: Child (up to 6) $4.10; Student/Senior $5.48; Adult $6.84. Skate rental (sizes 25–47): $5.48 per pair for 2–3 hours. Penguin aid: $4.10/hour (+$2.74 deposit).
Good to Know
The rink is closed during 20-minute maintenance, 2–3 times daily. Use at your own risk.
Book the Rink
Events, birthdays, sports, corporate parties: $136.80/hour.
Come Play Hockey
Sign-ups for kids 4–14: 2026.01.19–01.25 and 2026.01.26–01.31 in Zalakaros.
2025, adrienne
Pros
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Family-friendly vibes with kid aids (penguin helpers), cheap child tickets, and lots of Advent treats and programs at Karos Korzó
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Super affordable compared to U.S. rinks (adult day pass around $6.84, rentals ~$5.48) so an easy add-on to a Hungary trip
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Big rink size (about 115x75 ft) means space for beginners and more confident skaters alike
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Open long hours daily, including weekends, so it’s easy to fit into a flexible itinerary
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No Hungarian needed for basic use—prices are clear, rentals by shoe size, and it’s a universal activity
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The town’s winter lights, hot drinks, and concerts give it that cozy holiday-market atmosphere you might be looking for
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You can rent the whole rink for a private event at a reasonable rate if you’re traveling with a group
Cons
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Zalakaros isn’t a globally famous destination, so you’ll likely need to plan routing beyond the usual Budapest track
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Reaching it may require a car or multiple public-transport legs; not as plug-and-play as city-center rinks
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Skating itself isn’t a uniquely Hungarian experience, so it may feel similar to rinks back home, just cheaper and cozier
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Short maintenance closures (20 minutes, a few times daily) can interrupt your session if timing’s unlucky
