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Houston’s Memorial City Mall Ice Rink to stay open until removal in December
By Juliana Russell at KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local
· July 15, 2026
· 2 min read
The MetroNational announced Wednesday that Memorial City Ice Rink will remain open past its original close date July 31.This will provide the community with additional opportunities to enjoy skating, hockey and family programming throughout the fall season.‘Save our rink’: Community protests to s...
Key takeaway Program continuationProgramming including The Hockey Program, Open Skate, Freestyle Skate and Learn to Skate, will continue through December 14, 2026.
Why this matters in The Bellaire
The decision to keep Memorial City Ice Rink open until December is a significant win for the Bellaire community, which has come to rely on the rink as a hub for family activities and sports programming. As the rink remains open, residents can look forward to continued access to hockey leagues, open skate sessions, and learn-to-skate programs. The extension also allows for a more gradual transition, giving families and athletes time to adjust to the eventual closure and potential relocation of these programs. With the Houston Ice Sports Coalition actively seeking philanthropic partners to support the future of ice sports in the area, Bellaire residents may want to keep an eye on the coalition's efforts to secure funding and explore potential new locations for ice rinks in the Houston area. As the December closure date approaches, the community will be watching to see what options emerge for continued access to ice skating and hockey facilities.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The MetroNational announced Wednesday that Memorial City Ice Rink will remain open past its original close date July 31.This will provide the community with additional opportunities to enjoy skating, hockey and family programming throughout the fall season.‘Save our rink’: Community protests to s...
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