Rockford Park District's Carlson Ice Arena, 4150 N. Perryville Rd., Loves Park IL, will host a special Noon Year’s Eve indoor public ice skating and Sapora Playworld event Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 10 am until 2 pm. The community is invited to bring family or friends to enjoy festive and fun events on New Year’s Eve day while gaining the benefits of being active.

A new year’s countdown and balloon drop will be held at noon, and the festivities will also include music by a DJ, party favors, and entertainment by Daniel Balloons.

Skate and Play Special: $13 per person admission includes the public ice skating session, skate rental, and admission to Sapora Playworld, which offers multi-level soft play structures for ages 12 and younger. Food specials will be available from the concession.

Admission for skating only is $10 including skate rental. No discount coupons will be accepted at the Noon Year’s Eve event, which is one of the many family friendly activities offered by the Rockford Park District for the community to enjoy.