This year, residents of the capital demanded that local authorities create a lot of skating rinks for adults and children. And the administration did not disappoint. Today, free skating rinks in Moscow are open in most parks throughout the metropolis. If you take up the bill, you can find about a hundred different places where you can ride with the breeze. It's time to introduce you to free areas for outdoor activities.
Remember that the article is for guidance only and information is subject to change, especially on ice rinks that are covered with natural ice. Their work schedule is largely dependent on weather conditions. When they open free skating rinks in Moscow, you can find out on the official pages of the ice rinks or by contact numbers. 
Park "Ostankino"
Ostankino Park is considered by many metropolitan residents to be the most beautiful place in the whole city, and this despite the fact that it is located next to the main entertainment venue - VDNH. Here in one of the corners of the park there is a very cozy and well-groomed ice platform. Unlike the country's main skating rink at VDNH, the skating rink at Ostankino is completely free.
If you get tired of working with your feet, you can warm yourself in a cafe and drink hot tea. Or visit the relaxation room, which, in addition to sofas, has the opportunity to play table tennis.
The park has additional paid services in the form of sharpening or rental of skates, rental of lockers for clothes and additional assistants for young children. The skating rink will be open until March 15, 2016.
"Olympic"
Many artificial ice rinks in Moscow provide their services for everyone free of charge. One of these is located in the Olympic Park, which is located next to the sports complex of the same name. The area of this site is quite large - 1.3 thousand square meters. m, so that's enough for everyone. Despite the fact that the skiing area is covered with artificial snow, the organizers at the opening are guided by the weather.
On weekdays, you can come here to ride from 16:00 to 22:00, on weekends - from 11:00 to 22:00. But if there is a thaw or strong wind outside, it is advisable to call and clarify the work schedule.
At the rink there is a warm dressing room, cafe, toilet. If you don’t have your own skates, rent it right on the spot. You can also sharpen your blade. 
Ride near the house
There are hundreds of parks in Moscow that can be reached on foot. If you live in one of the housing estates, you will surely find a place for walking. Take a look there this winter - perhaps there is an open area flooded with water right in front of your house. There are open free ice rinks in Moscow in many parks. We list only a few: Fili (according to reviews - dirty and close to the road), the 50th anniversary of the October Revolution (uneven ice), Nikulino, Goncharovsky, Angarsk ponds and many others.
In small parks, free skating rinks in Moscow are an ordinary square with ice or just a frozen lake. Be prepared for the fact that there may not be some elements of the infrastructure, or the ice will be uneven, because there are no conditions for its regular cleaning. These skating rinks are ideal for those who are just learning to ride. 
"Giant" in Sokolniki
The huge skating rink in Sokolniki is poured annually. This year, with the formation of an area that exceeds 18 thousand square meters. m, used the latest technology. With its help, it was possible to make a perfectly smooth and slippery surface. The skating rink is regularly updated, although it works without technical interruptions.This is really a place where you can cool off with friends. Fun outdoors - what more could you want for a winter weekend?
Free skating rinks in Moscow begin their work early. So, Sokolniki is already open at 9 a.m. and will wait for guests until midnight. True, rental is available only from 10:00 to 22:00. 
Patriarch's Ponds
The area of 12 thousand square meters has become traditional for Muscovites. m at the Patriarch's Ponds. This is a favorite place for young people, firstly, because free, secondly, it is located in the center, and thirdly, there are a lot of cozy cafes and shops nearby. Know that, unfortunately, there is no rental and sharpening of skates near the rink, and this is what almost all free rinks in Moscow have.
You can come to ride on the Patriarch's Ponds at any time, there is no schedule, only it is open in favorable weather. 
Chistye Prudy
Free skating rinks in Moscow will feel orphaned if one day they stop pouring ice in Chistye Prudy. This is a classic outdoor area, flooded with water. It is not crowded, so you can practice skating. Just do not hone your professional skills, because ice has many irregularities. Skating rink "naked", without infrastructure. Open around the clock.
the Red Square
Free artificial ice rinks in Moscow are represented by a large list. The main ice platform of Red Square can also be entered into it. True, it is not completely free. If you know when to come, then you can completely enjoy the beauty of the Kremlin, driving around on a sharp blade.
The skating rink works on sessions. Between each there is a technical break for ice cleaning. Free ski hours are available early in the morning. From February 12, you can ride for free on weekdays from 10:00 to 14:30, on Saturday and Sunday - only an hour and a half from 10:00. After February 15 and until the end of the month, sessions are available on weekdays from Monday to Thursday all day, on Friday only until 14:30, and weekends until 11:30. 
Roof places
As such, free indoor ice rinks are not available in Moscow. But you can follow the news of all ice palaces. On holidays or weekdays, gifts in the form of mass free skating often happen. There are still happy hours or discount tickets. We’ll try to find out how you can save on indoor areas.
At a closed ice rink on Khodynka in the Megasport Sports Palace, there is a benefit for children from large families. They can come to any session and ride for free.
An interesting action is offered by the skating rink in the Aviapark complex dedicated to Valentine's Day. On February 14, you can ride for two, a guy and a girl, having bought only one ticket. You can buy a happy session only on February 14th. The promotion does not apply to rental and sharpening of skates.
The huge indoor ice rink in Krylatskoye invites everyone to ride in a large spacious area with maximum comfort. There are preferential tickets. So, students, military personnel and Chernobyl residents can purchase them at half price.
Conclusion
Free skating rinks in Moscow today are not uncommon. Such sites in the open air there are about a hundred. Not all of them are equipped with rental or wardrobe, but for a short ride near the house they are perfect. Unfortunately, in the capital there are practically no places where you could enjoy skiing under the roof. This can be done only in very rare "happy hours".
