Holiday cheer making you want to do a twirl? Take a spin at the new ice rink at Capital One Center in Tysons.
The pop-up rink opens Dec. 4 and will remain open daily through Feb. 28, 2026. It’s part of the mixed-use development’s new Metro Park, a year-round recreational plaza to be anchored by the Capital One Center Skating Rink in the winter, and alternately by pickleball courts the other three seasons.
“Capital One Center is thrilled to open Metro Park…and offer more community amenities at our growing arts and entertainment center,” Erin Mical, vice president of Capital One, said in a press release. “The new connection with the McLean Metro station and ice rink complements nearby venues Capital One Hall, The Perch, The Watermark Hotel, Capital One Park and Capital One East Park, allowing us to curate unique experiences.”
(The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, Northern Virginia Transportation Commission and Fairfax County recently opened a new entrance and pedestrian path connecting the McLean Metro station to the Capital One Center.)
Measuring 9,000 square feet, the rink is one of the largest open-air, synthetic rinks in the area. Skate rentals are available, and the rink can be rented for private parties. Currently, it doesn’t offer lessons.
A 40-foot LED holiday tree and elevated deck round out the new park’s festive feel as holiday season enters full swing.
Tickets are $16 for adults; $14 for kids 12 and under, seniors, and Capital One employees; and $13 per person for groups of 10 or more. The rink does not accept reservations, and there’s no time limit for how long you can skate.
Metro Park is located at 1820 Capital One Drive, Tysons.
For other local ice skating opportunities, check out these indoor and outdoor rinks:
Westpost Outdoor Ice Skating Rink
The Plaza at Pentagon Row turns into a winter wonderland with a 7,200-square-foot ice rink surrounded by shops, restaurants and a dual-sided fireplace. Sign up for lessons or reserve a two-hour free-skate time slot. Tickets cost $12 for anyone 13 and older, and $11 for 12 and younger or seniors. Walk-up pricing is $1 more. 1201 S. Joyce St., Arlington (Westpost)
MedStar Capitals Iceplex
Channel the pros when you put your blades down where the Capitals train inside Ballston Quarter. Take a class in skating or hockey, join a pick-up hockey game, or do some loops during public skate times. Check the website for pricing. 627 N. Glebe Road, Arlington (Ballston)
Ice & Lights: The Winter Village at Cameron Run
A water park by summer, this sprawling space in Alexandria is home to an outdoor rink in the wintertime (through Feb. 28). Set among twinkling holiday light structures, the spot is a selfie-taker’s haven. To get the full experience, visit from 5-10 p.m., when access to the Winter Village and an hour on the ice costs $21.50-$24. Come during the day and pay less—$13.50-$15.50—and skate for 90 minutes. 4001 Eisenhower Ave., Alexandria
Mount Vernon Rec Center Ice Arena
Take a group class or private lesson, join a hockey group, or host a party at this rink inside the Mount Vernon Rec Center. Check the website for times and pricing. 2017 Belle View Blvd., Alexandria