Winter Wonderland, South Florida's only real outdoor ice-skating rink, is officially returning to The Ben in downtown West Palm Beach for its third straight year from November 1, 2026 through January 3, 2027 — with last season welcoming more than 30,000 skaters.
The rink will run daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., with admission at $30 for adults and $15 for children ages 4 to 10. Around the ice, the hotel plans a holiday village with themed cocktails, seasonal treats, candy, popcorn, and festive retail. The rink will also be available for private buyouts and special events, pitched for holiday parties, corporate celebrations, and private gatherings.
For guests who want to stay on the property, The Ben is offering a "Stay, Skate & Celebrate" package for stays from November 1, 2026 through January 3, 2027. It bundles an exclusive Marriott Bonvoy member rate with four complimentary ice-skating admissions and a hot chocolate welcome amenity on arrival, plus a complimentary room upgrade and late checkout based on availability. The hotel is framing it as a home base for the rink and the waterfront dining, shopping, and seasonal festivities downtown.
Indoors, Proper Grit, The Ben's signature restaurant, will carry the season with a holiday-inspired menu of festive tableside offerings and themed cocktails. The seasonal menu will be open to all guests, not only those who come to skate, before or after a session on the ice. The hotel says more details will be posted on Proper Grit's website as they are finalized.
"We are incredibly proud of how Winter Wonderland has grown over the past three years and of the joy it continues to bring to our community," said General Manager Bernardo Neto. "What began as a new holiday experience has become a tradition that brings families, friends and visitors together at The Ben during one of the most special times of the year. We are thrilled to continue building on its success and creating a place where people can make memories, celebrate the season and experience a little holiday magic in the heart of West Palm Beach."