Where can you skate for free in Yekaterinburg?

      It turns out you can skate on your own skates for free in Yekaterinburg. The times aren't very convenient, but nevertheless the opportunity exists. Photo: Dmitry Chasovitin.

      Free skating:

      The rink on 1905 Square. Weekdays, sessions 10:00–11:00, 11:30–12:30, 13:30–14:30.

      The rink in Mayakovsky Central Park. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 to 13:00.

      The "Ice Energy" rink (RMK Winter). Weekdays from 12:00 to 16:00.

      The rink at the Kalininets Sports Complex. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 to 14:00.

      You can view a list of the most popular rinks and their prices in our roundup.

      Starting tomorrow, temperatures will drop in Yekaterinburg, so the rinks' operation is uncertain through Sunday. Be sure to check the information on the complexes' official websites.

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