The City's 12,000-square-foot rink, which opened in 2012, is 4,000 square feet larger than the rink at New York City's Rockefeller Center. The Oval has piped-in music, skate rentals, concessions, holiday lights and more, making it a fun and affordable family-friendly activity. The rink is professionally managed by ASM Global, the DCU Center's talented management team.
The City's annual Festival of Lights event will begin on Friday, December 2, 2022 from 4:30 - 9 p.m. on the Worcester Common Oval. This free, family-friendly event will host a number of lighting features, ice skating, food vendors, community organizations and performances. A highlight for Festival of Lights visitors is the lighting of the tree, which will take place at 6 p.m. In commemoration of Worcester's Tercentennial anniversary, in partnership with the City and the Downtown Worcester Business Improvement District, New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill will install seven large-scale, Worcester-themed light sculptures and hanging light orbs.
The Festival of Lights will also focus on public health and safety, with COVID-19 vaccinations available for all those ages 5 and up.
Ice skating on the Oval is set to reopen for public skating on Friday, December 2, 2022!
Check out the Oval Calendar of Events for an updated list of special guests and happenings at the Oval!
In the event of questionable weather conditions, please visit the Oval's Facebook Page for updates on cancellations or call the Oval Hotline at 508-929-0777.
For group purchases and private rental information, please call the DCU Center at 508-929-0163 for additional information.
During public skating hours at the Worcester Common Oval, ice skate rentals will be available for $5. You will need valid identification in order to rent skates.
Before or after your time at the skating rink, explore the many other amenities near the Common. For a list of options, visit Discover Central Massachusetts.
There is plenty of affordable parking available within walking distance of the Worcester Common Oval, including the underground Worcester Common Garage at 2 Eaton Place, Mercantile Center Parking Garage, Federal Plaza Parking Garage and the Pearl-Elm Parking Garage.
