Green Mountain Energy Ice at Discovery Green

Serving as the city’s first and only outdoor skating rink, guests can customize their skating experience in various ways at this 12-acre downtown oasis—including, but not limited to, fawning over that stunning technicolored skyline looming overhead. On Mondays and Saturdays, lace up for a blissful swivel around the rink while jamming to groovy pop songs, while on Clutch City Wednesdays, you can boast that H-town pride by belting out classic anthems and wearing gear from your favorite Houston sports team for a discount. On Thursdays, it’s time to gather up the kids and say hi to Santa and other charming cartoon characters. The options are icy, riveting, and yours for the taking through January 30.
Cost: GA tickets run $15 per person (includes skate rental)
Hours: Open daily; hours vary (check the calendar here)