Consider this your official invitation to The Ice at Carter Green — a family-friendly destination for fun this holiday season, sponsored by Allied Solutions.

Open through Sunday, Feb. 2, this festive outdoor skating rink (just ~30 minutes from downtown Indianapolis) offers Hoosiers a fun opportunity to embrace the season.

Keep reading to discover everything this holiday attraction has to offer. Psst... Here's a sneak peek.

⛸️ Gliding into the season

Whether you're a seasoned pro or lacing up for the first time, Hoosiers of all ages will love gliding across the ice in the heart of the Carmel Christkindlmarkt. Bonus: Skate rentals are available for $4 per person.

The rink offers 90-minute sessions throughout the week, with extended hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Check out the full schedule here for session times.

Ticket prices are just $10 for both adults and youth 11 and older, and $8 for kids 10 and under. Pro tip: Want to skip the lines? Snag tickets in advance.

Note: The rink will be open for limited hours on Tuesday, Dec. 24 (11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and will be closed on Christmas Day.

✨ Your one-stop holiday shop

After skating, warm up with a cup of hot chocolate and explore the Carmel Christkindlmarkt, a charming German-style holiday market offering:

Delicious food + drink options
Unique gifts and handcrafted items
Holiday performances by artists from around the world
German artists and craftsmen
And more

This year, the market includes exciting new attractions, like a lifesize Gluhwein Pyramid, and nearly double the number of vendors.

Ready to get into the holiday spirit, Indy? The countdown starts now.