Winter SKOLstice Returns to Viking Lakes
NOW THROUGH FEBRUARY 23, 2025
Looking for the ultimate winter adventure? Discover Winter SKOLstice at Viking Lakes—now through February 23!
Trek through the world’s largest ice maze at The Minnesota Ice Festival or lace up to skate the Mauer Chevrolet Ponds. Feeling chilly? Warm up with live music and cozy vibes at the Warming Haus. There’s fun for everyone—kids, families, and winter enthusiasts alike!
The Minnesota Ice Festival
More than twice the size of the 2023 maze and featuring new attractions such as multi-lane ice slide, ice thrones, ice bars, scavenger hunts, fire pits, food trucks, and ice carving competitions!
XFINITY TERRASSE
Located on the plaza outside of TCO Stadium, the Xfinity Terrasse will feature a 36’ holiday tree presented by Xfinity, a refrigerated ice rink, Xfinity Fire Pits, CurbSide Lounge featuring Igloos, and light display.
Mauer Chevrolet Ponds
Get back on the ice at the Mauer Chevrolet Ponds featuring four hand-built, lighted 72' x 140' hockey rinks, each with official pond hockey goals. Whether you want to skate with friends or rent a rink for your hockey club, all are welcome, day and night.
Warming Haus
Warm-up at the Warming Haus, a heated tent with cozy seating, curated food and beverages, lively music, and more. Happy hour specials form 5-7 PM on Mondays thru Wednesdays.
HOST YOUR EVENT AT WINTER SKOLSTICE
Our venues offer stunning views, versatile spaces, and all the amenities you need to make your celebration unforgettable.
Live Music
Warm up with live music at the Warming Haus! Catch performances on Friday and Saturday nights from 6-9 PM. Don’t miss it!
Learn to Skate
Have you wanted to learn to skate? Winter SKOLstice offers free skating lessons every Thursday for all ages and skill levels! 
Spots are limited, and they are first come, first served.
Kids Weekend
January 17-20
Bring the family for a hands-on adventure with big rigs at the Curbside Lawncare & Irrigation Touch-A-Truck event, plus enjoy music and dancing with a lively Kids DJ! Fun for kids of all ages!
Beer Fest Presented by Xfinity
Enjoy an unforgettable day featuring craft beers from 12 local breweries, a skating rink, delicious food trucks, and fun games like cornhole and Jenga. A perfect blend of great brews and good vibes!
WINTER SKOLSTICE MAP
Winter SKOLstice Map - click for full size
Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA)
The Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) will be offering special service from the Mall of America transit station to The Minnesota Ice Festival. This offers the convenience of free parking and worry-free transportation to and from the festival.
