Cold Comeback: Historic Ice Rink in Sacramento Skates Towards a New Future!

The Iceland ice skating rink in North Sacramento is making a big push for a revival after years of neglect and disrepair. Known for its charming yet worn-down state, the rink holds a beloved place in the community’s heart, having been opened by Rob Kerth’s grandfather in 1940. With an enthusiastic desire to keep the rink’s legacy alive, Kerth has now submitted a permit to the City of Sacramento to start the rebuilding process.

The goal? To construct a new metal roof that would allow the rink to operate year-round. Although it’s currently a spot tangled with weeds instead of the gliding skaters of yesteryear, there’s hope on the horizon. Plans are in motion to preserve the rink’s original footprint but give it a shiny new covering. Kerth humorously noted that “Mother Nature doesn’t like ice in Sacramento in the summer,” which is all too true when you’ve got a rink that’s been open to the elements for too long.

If all goes according to plan, the city will respond to the permit request by December 15, and there’s a hopeful expectation that skaters could be back on the ice before next Christmas. This renovation could be more than just about skating; it could breathe new life into the surrounding area, offering families and kids a fun outlet and revitalizing a community staple. Here’s to hoping the only thing gliding across the surface soon is laughter and not just weeds!