Skates 280

Open since 1995, Skates 280 is a well-established roller skating rink on the southeast side of Birmingham, Alabama, located at 7043 Meadowlark Dr near the Highway 280 corridor. The rink carries a 4.2-star rating from over 540 Google reviews and draws a broad audience with programming that ranges from family all-ages sessions to adult-only late-night skates. Friday sessions run noon to 10PM at $12 admission plus $5 skate rental. Saturday features an all-ages session from noon to 9PM followed by a 19-and-older or college-ID session from 9PM to midnight with separate pricing. Sunday sessions run 2 to 9PM, with a discounted rate of $7 admission and $3 rental from 6PM onward. Skates 280 also hosts skating birthday parties and private events, making it a flexible venue for celebrations. Skate rental is required for those without their own skates. Call (205) 991-3611 for current event details.