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Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square
353 Court St, Rochester, NY 14607, United States
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Ke
Review №1

An excellent and unique outdoor ice skating rink in the winter months, right in the heart of downtown Rochester. Complete with a nice little warming hut and skate rental shop. Needs a coffee / hot chocolate vendor inside.

Jo
Review №2

Gorgeous architecture that recently had a fresh coat of chalkboard paint put on. Community clean ups could happen more often but its still a lovely space.

Hu
Review №3

A cultural place that to me is iconic to Rochester, held many gathering people events. A positive place to be at or check out if youre new to Rochester or visiting the city.

Ri
Review №4

Place is an absolutely beautiful spot to bring the kids and hang out in the summer. They have the museum of play right there also along with a foam playground and slides.

Ke
Review №5

Very fun was a little rainy so ice was wet but fun..santas work shop was awsome as well.

Ch
Review №6

Party on the park was good. Alot of people that i wish social distance was better..but great music and vibe

Da
Review №7

Love to go ice skating. But twice a year when the fountain is drained, its the best Skateboarding in the city, hands down.

Za
Review №8

Very nice park. I enjoyed the mural of Frederick Douglas.

Ki
Review №9

I cant believe I have lived here nearly 20 years and never been here. Its a nice little place. No walls can be a bit scary for novices, but there are plenty of skate training chairs to use. Skates are reasonable to rent, but mine were really uncomfortable. Wear good socks. There is a parking fee as well. A good place to take the kids for a little winter fun.

Pe
Review №10

Wonderful, it was a Blessing to see so many people of all races come together in unity. Great thing are ahead for all of us. Praise God

Ka
Review №11

My daily walk during lunch! Love the space here.

An
Review №12

Small but interesting little park with lots of shade and seating. Nice place to relax or enjoy a lunch.

Ja
Review №13

Really nice while they held the Christmas festivities over the Christmas holiday. Great use of the area. Plus weekend parking is a lot easier than during work week. Cannot wait for next holiday festival.

Se
Review №14

Celebrating occasional gatherings of historical sentiments, an array of cultural events can be often indulged throughout this landmark. Whereas despite the the offset disregard for social distancing during a pandemic, the structural space allows for a community can still come together here

Sh
Review №15

Great fun skating (trying) and hot chocolate/playground time with kids and friends. It was FREE PEOPLE!! Skate rental and everything!! Well surely return!! You can even rent the entire place out for $200 I overheard someone inquiring about it. ️️️️️️

Ju
Review №16

Black life matters. Peaceful, well organized matching protest against discrimination.

Re
Review №17

Used to be one of my favorite places. I hate what mayor has done to the water falls and surrounding area.

De
Review №18

Love the park. Just wish they had the fountains and water features going

Ja
Review №19

Was here for the 2nd annual ROC Holiday Village celebration. Live the vibe, vendors, and watching everyone having a blast on the ice skating rink. Go!

Tr
Review №20

Nice place for picture

Ja
Review №21

Its a beautifully transformed park compared to 10 years ago when it was just a strange place full of broken glass.

Kr
Review №22

Went to the Roc Village Christmas Festival with my daughter. She found an incredible on street parking place. Definitely going again Christmas Season 2020!!

Ch
Review №23

Great park spot in the city. Nice for gatherings.

Jo
Review №24

Free skating- thank you Wegmans! Great time and holiday family fun!!

A_
Review №25

Great show. Too small of a venue for the amount of tickets they sold. Nearly impossible to move once inside. Poorly run entrance gate/ticket/security line. Two, two slowly moving lines to get in. Guy running the event said take it up with the city, not sorry we were not staffed for this event correctly. They have had GTLO perform before and it was packed then, 2 years ago. Got in line 10-5 minutes before GTLO started, then listened to the first 2.5 songs while in line. Keep in mind there was an opening act, so most people were inside already.

Sk
Review №26

A beautiful park, small hills and trees ajoin the three main attractions the first being A memorial to the great man itself. second is A playground for children to play in, I have made many friends here :) the third is A wonderful set of fountains surrounded by benches and tables, very nice for A picnic. If you are visiting in the winter the fountains become A local skate rink, it is A place that has something for everyone.

Am
Review №27

We love being able to skate for free during certain times! the fee to skate at other times isnt bad at all though. The staff handing out the skates were very friendly.

Du
Review №28

Beautiful park. Calm quiet most days.

Ms
Review №29

Nice Green Space, A park in downtown rochesters east end quad

St
Review №30

Great Place. Very nice environment.

St
Review №31

A great winter skating experience at an affordable price. Keep in mind parking is on street only, so plan accordingly. Staff is extremely nice to work with.

Ty
Review №32

Worth a walk threw and a spot to chill out in

Mi
Review №33

Giant metal climby thing in the middle of a park? Cool. Dont climb if you have vertigo. Nothing too impressive here. Im sure its a bit nicer in the summer when the sprinklers are working.

Au
Review №34

Many activities throughout the year make this an enjoyable place for friends and family. Party in the park during the summer. Ice skating and more during winter

J
Review №35

Roc Holiday Village 2019

Ro
Review №36

Great place. Very serene. Always brings back fond memories ️

Br
Review №37

Great new home for Party in the Park.Finally utilized the ice rink with my sons boy scout troop this winter

Mi
Review №38

Easy access, room to set up chairs, food, beer, good music, safe environment

Gr
Review №39

Fun place for Party In The Park summer concerts

sh
Review №40

It was a great time, I didnt kno they had party areas to rent.

Jo
Review №41

Went to party in the park because we had won vip tickets, the actual park is beautiful, theres a fountain and playground for the kids to play in and you get to see all the city lights at night from the skyscrapers, i do wish they had more public bathrooms though.

Dr
Review №42

Skating here is so much fun. Holiday village is amazing. Great job Rochester!!

Er
Review №43

They always have great local events here and in the winter there is free ice skating on the water fountain. Great place to hang with the family!

Ma
Review №44

Summer time offers concerts and other special events, winter provides all who want the opportunity to ice skate and a very nice Christmas celebration.

Em
Review №45

Absolutely stunning and moving.

Ka
Review №46

Great time at #ROCHolidayVillage!

Pr
Review №47

Very nice park

Me
Review №48

NOT for small kids, more of a skate park? Says water on some parts, but there was no water. ? A couple slides through a complicated metal spiral staircase and bridge or a steep climbing wall. Thats about it.The pond part was cool, but not kid safe, looks like a wading pool, but you cant go in. Not very user friendly. I guess more for looking, or a walk. Nice fountains.

Pa
Review №49

Amazing for hosting events and a real beautiful scenery.

An
Review №50

So many things offered in this area throughout the year check your local news facebook and other media outlets to get updates fun for all ages and families

Ca
Review №51

Nice park for events and to relax

Ke
Review №52

Great place for community events

Ka
Review №53

Absolutely love this place!

Sh
Review №54

They have made this spot a nice focal point for downtown. Concerts winterfest and lets talk about the art work that was just done to give it a face lift. Looks amazing.

Ce
Review №55

The holiday village around Christmas time with the free ice skating is an awesome winter activity for all ages.

Te
Review №56

Wegmans free winter ice skating was a blast, my family enjoyed themselves, the small bazaars are a great addition to the winter theme.

Ja
Review №57

I love free or cheap music venues. U cant beat $7 admission for 3 bands! Had $5 beer too. Only thing not great was the bumpy hill we stood on to try n dance. Get there early 2 scope out possible free parking.

Sh
Review №58

Good place to enjoy.You get free skating over winter holidays here.

ti
Review №59

Had a good time there. Plenty of parking and a timely easy exit made it an enjoyable concert. Would recommend

Le
Review №60

The rink was well kept and the staff are super sweet. Highly recommend.

Ch
Review №61

The playground here is old and worn down a little. Its still safe but a little out dated

Ma
Review №62

What an amazing weekend@ Roc The Village . My Grandchildren both learned how to Ice Skate on there own ️. Thank you Mayor Warren & everyone who made this absolutely beautiful event take place in our City for all to enjoy.Thank You !!!Merry Christmas,Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanza,️️

Er
Review №63

Great site to hold event for 50-200 people. You bring in your own food and beverages.

Ch
Review №64

Great place to hang out! Ive skating was an awesome time!

Jo
Review №65

The Christmas village was awesome and free! Even fun in the rain.

Ni
Review №66

Such a beautiful space now. Love the water and the paintings

Pa
Review №67

Excellent place for events

Di
Review №68

Great day and Lott of fun a good number of people came out

Jo
Review №69

Nice walk and small forced water dam ya get to view, and on the way out play some music with stationed xylophones their.

Ga
Review №70

I was crying by the time we got to the 1950s. Not that the earlier displays werent moving, but the recent things were so real to the world we still live in. I cant rightfully say I understand the pain, having lived a pretty priveledged life, but I can for the first time say I have seen a little bit of it. Its brought some light to my eyes.

Ja
Review №71

Its such a beautiful place to sit and talk and theres a park right next to it so I think a lot of people can enjoy this place

Ed
Review №72

First meaningful touchdown back in the after a longs day journey. We finally made it by the grace of God

ma
Review №73

We started a walk here with hope dealers of western new york. Every Easter weekend they do a walk to raise awareness for recovery. This park is right in the area of the museum of play so your right in the middle of Rochesters hub. The park is kept very clean and landscaped beautifuly.

Pe
Review №74

I went to a concert down in the falls area. The show was decent but I feel that it shouldve been on the street level like Party In The Park. Therefore plenty of people to justify the closing of Court by MLK Park.

Ve
Review №75

Love the chalk board addition!

St
Review №76

A nice place. Has a skating rink

Ev
Review №77

ROC Holiday event, is great for family fun during the holiday weekends.

Ed
Review №78

I enjoyed going there defiantly will go there again. It was was easy for kids and others who do not know how to skate they provided stands to hold onto. I loved the ice skating for free! Thanks!

Ma
Review №79

A great experience. Very family friendly

Sa
Review №80

Awesome rink, beautiful location in the heart of Roc city!

Rh
Review №81

We went for a concert. Had a nice time. Never been to park before and it is a very nice park. Love the water.

De
Review №82

I love going here to just relax

Da
Review №83

Great family fun.

Pa
Review №84

Still beautiful. Used to be full of life back in the day.

ol
Review №85

Super cute area to skate and just walk around

An
Review №86

Just a beautiful place to feel safe, close ur eyes,relax and meditate.

Ke
Review №87

I dont hate it. I just havent visited it lately

St
Review №88

A great spot in the middle of winter for outdoor activities.

Ba
Review №89

Were from Georgia & went ice skating. We had so much fun. Thank you Rochester for the great time you showed us. Well be forever grateful!!!

Te
Review №90

I feel like it needs a little facelift. I the fountain being on is cool but the rest needs some work to make it interesting.

Tr
Review №91

Roc Holiday Village was so fun.

J
Review №92

Grew up coming here..love this place alot of events go on here

Ja
Review №93

Holiday tradition downtown is back!

An
Review №94

Roc Village was a cute winter family activity!

De
Review №95

Summertime jam had a wonderful time..GO QUEEN

Ji
Review №96

Went to Rov Village. Lot of hype for such a small event. Expected more. Oh, and the woman singer last night... screechy!

Ja
Review №97

My church The Fathers House hosted our annual Hope Festival! Awesome!

Ke
Review №98

Good scenery

Li
Review №99

Nice lodgec needs larger hot water tank

Ch
Review №100

Nice fun event for the city ... great job

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  • Address:353 Court St, Rochester, NY 14607, United States
  • Site:http://cityofrochester.gov/mlkparkicerink/
  • Phone:+1 585-428-6755
Categories
  • Tourist attraction
  • City park
  • Memorial park
Working hours
  • Monday:7am–10pm
  • Tuesday:7am–10pm
  • Wednesday:7am–10pm
  • Thursday:7am–10pm
  • Friday:7am–10pm
  • Saturday:7am–10pm
  • Sunday:7am–10pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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