Step into a winter wonderland and glide gracefully across the ice beneath sparkling festive lights, right in the heart of the Debrecen!

The Advent Ice Rink first came to life in 2021, dazzling Debrecen’s Christmas fair with something truly special: a sweeping 750‑square‑meter ice surface and a 120‑meter corridor, the very first of its kind in Eastern Hungary.

What began as a festive experiment quickly grew into a beloved tradition. Each winter, families return to relive childhood joy, couples glide hand‑in‑hand beneath the lights, and visitors discover the warmth of Debrecen’s holiday spirit.

Today, the rink is far more than frozen water — it’s the sparkling heart of the city’s Advent celebrations, a place where laughter, community, and magic come together on the ice.

This year the ice rink’s eagerly awaited opening date for many is November 22, 9:00 a.m.!

Here’s some helpful information to guide your experience this year!

Ice Rink Opening Hours

November 22 – December 23, 2025

Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.:/ Free skating for pre‑registered school groups

Weekends: 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

December 24, 2025 (Christmas Eve): 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

December 25 – 30, 2025: 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

December 31, 2025 – January 1, 2026:

Dec 31: 9:00 a.m. – Jan 1: 1:00 a.m.

January 1, 2026 (New Year’s Day): 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

January 2 – 4, 2026: 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Ice Rink Rules 

Tickets: Available at the Kossuth Square ticket office; payment by cash or card. Invoices must be requested at purchase.

Entry: Required for everyone over 3 years old; under 3 enter free. Maximum capacity: 300 people.

Usage: Only during opening hours, unless by special agreement or skating lessons. Visitors use the rink at their own risk.

Safety: Gloves strongly recommended; hats/helmets, knee and elbow pads suggested. Only short‑blade skates allowed. No shoes, alcohol, smoking, food, drinks, strollers, glass, or dangerous items on the ice. Hockey sticks and pucks are forbidden. Phones/cameras may be used at visitors’ own risk.

Maintenance: Skaters must leave the ice during resurfacing; only staff may remain.

Events: The operator may close the rink or parts of it for private events.

Skate rental: Available on site (HUF 1,500/pair). Deposit of HUF 10,000 or photo ID required. Skates must be returned undamaged; deposit refunded. Own skates may be sharpened for HUF 2,500/pair.

Photography: Visitors accept that photos/videos may be taken for promotion. Commercial/media recording requires prior agreement with the operator.

Liability: The operator not responsible for unattended belongings. The area is monitored by cameras; theft leads to police action.

Rules: Operators reserve the right to amend regulations. Full rules are displayed at the ticket office and on www.fonixinfo.hu.

Help: For questions, assistance, or accidents, visitors should contact staff on site.

For more information about rules, please visit this site.

Whether gliding under the sparkling lights or warming up with festive treats nearby, every moment adds to the unforgettable holiday spirit!

Date: 22 November – 4 January
Location: Kossuth Square

Source: debreceniadvent.hu | Photo credit:Facebook Papp László