There are only a handful of ice skating rinks in Mississippi. Some are seasonal, while others operate year-round. And while each rink is great in its own right, there’s no denying that the rink at Mid-South Ice House tops them all – and that’s because it’s huge! At a whopping 17,000 square feet, it’s one of the largest in the state, which means there’s plenty of space for everyone. When it comes to ice skating in Jackson MS, you can’t beat this spectacular rink.
Mid-South Ice House is located in Olive Branch, a moderately sized and fast-growing city some of the best public schools in the state of Mississippi.
google.com But while Olive Branch may be known for being named one of the 50 best towns to live in within the United States, it’s also home to another admirable achievement: the largest ice skating rink the state of Mississippi.
Opened in 2011, the rink offers something for ice skaters of all skill levels – from the occasional skater to hockey players and figure skaters.
Mid-South Ice House/Facebook If you’re a beginner, never fear! Mid-South Ice House offers a wide spectrum of classes, from learning the basics of staying upright on ice to learning complex figure skating moves and even performing theater on ice.
The ice rink at Mid-South Ice House isn’t your typical ice rink, though. Instead, it’s an NHL regulation-size rink, which is 200 feet long by 85 feet wide.
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So, in total, the rink is 17,000 square feet, which is huge! Like we mentioned, it’s the largest ice skating rink in the whole state and for that it draws crowds from miles around.
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As the only year-round NHL-size ice skating arena in the Greater Memphis Metropolitan Area, Mid-South Ice House is sought out by skaters from as far as Jackson, MS, Dyersburg TN, and Little Rock, AR.
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The facility hosts public skate sessions throughout the week, all year long, so you’ll have plenty of opportunities to show off your skills (or learn some) on the ice.
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It also hosts a variety of fun events, like Cosmic Skate, a nighttime skate session, complete with disco lights and great music. If you’ve got any sequins in your wardrobe at all, this is the time to wear them.
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Mid-South Ice House doesn’t just offer a space for skaters to get out on the ice, though.
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It also offers a variety of skate-related programs from Learn-To-Skate classes and hockey camps to curling leagues. So if you’ve always been curious about what curling actually is, now’s your chance to learn.
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A huge ice rink with programs and activities for the entire clan, Mid-South Ice House can truly accommodate everyone! If your loved ones are passionate about skating you can also rent the rink for the most memorable birthday party imaginable. Or retirement party or other celebration.
Mid-South Ice House/Facebook Rental options are available for the whole facility for a truly private night, or you can arrange to have a gathering in one section of the building as well as some skate time with the rest of the public.
google.com
But while Olive Branch may be known for being named one of the 50 best towns to live in within the United States, it’s also home to another admirable achievement: the largest ice skating rink the state of Mississippi.
Mid-South Ice House/Facebook
If you’re a beginner, never fear! Mid-South Ice House offers a wide spectrum of classes, from learning the basics of staying upright on ice to learning complex figure skating moves and even performing theater on ice.
Mid-South Ice House/Facebook
Rental options are available for the whole facility for a truly private night, or you can arrange to have a gathering in one section of the building as well as some skate time with the rest of the public.
For more info, call Mid-South Ice House at (901) 881-8544. You can also visit the Mid-South Ice House website or Facebook page. A detailed schedule with all the events for the week, including classes, is kept on their website.
So, did you know about this huge ice rink? Ever skated at Mid-South Ice House? If so, what’d you think? Tell us in the comments below!
Ice skating is just one of the ways you can have fun in Mississippi! Check out this abandoned mine that’s worthy of an adventure, or this racetrack with a rich and fascinating history in the state.
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Address: Mid-South Ice House, 10705 Ridgeway Industrial Dr, Olive Branch, MS 38654, USA
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Ice Skating In Mississippi November 15, 2022 CC Where else can I go ice skating in Mississippi? Other admirable ice skating spots, though not as big as Mid-South, are:
Rowdy’s Rolling Rink in Ocean Springs Brookhaven Skating Rink in Brookhaven The Ice Park in Flowood Oak Grove Skating Rink in Hattiesburg Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center in Biloxi Petal Roller Rome in Petal Bancorp South Center in Tupelo Fulton Skateland in Fulton
The OIYS Visitor Center
Ice Skating In Mississippi
November 15, 2022
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Where else can I go ice skating in Mississippi? Other admirable ice skating spots, though not as big as Mid-South, are:
Rowdy’s Rolling Rink in Ocean Springs Brookhaven Skating Rink in Brookhaven The Ice Park in Flowood Oak Grove Skating Rink in Hattiesburg Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center in Biloxi Petal Roller Rome in Petal Bancorp South Center in Tupelo Fulton Skateland in Fulton
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Other admirable ice skating spots, though not as big as Mid-South, are:
- Rowdy’s Rolling Rink in Ocean Springs
- Brookhaven Skating Rink in Brookhaven
- The Ice Park in Flowood
- Oak Grove Skating Rink in Hattiesburg
- Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center in Biloxi
- Petal Roller Rome in Petal
- Bancorp South Center in Tupelo
- Fulton Skateland in Fulton
