Winter Fun Ice Skating in Vermont

ICE SKATING
IN VERMONT

Find your next winter outing, from village ice rinks to indoor arenas.

LACE UP FOR A VERMONT WINTER

Make skating the centerpiece of a winter afternoon. Choose an outdoor setting for the scenery or an indoor public-skating session for a more sheltered outing. These five destinations give you a starting point for planning.

Check the venue’s current schedule before you leave. Seasonal openings, public sessions, rentals, and ice conditions can change.

WHERE TO GO ICE SKATING

Outdoor settings and indoor arenas offer different kinds of winter days. Start with the setting that suits your group.

OUTDOOR SKATING

FAIRLEE · OUTDOOR LAKE SKATING

LAKE MOREY

Experience a winter day on Lake Morey’s skating trail when it is open. Natural-ice access depends on conditions, so check the official ice report before traveling.

Public access: Fairlee Town Beach, 226 Clubhouse Road, or other town-designated locations. Resort information and rental details are available through the visitor guide.

STOWE · OUTDOOR VILLAGE RINK

SPRUCE PEAK VILLAGE ICE RINK

Skate in the center of Spruce Peak Village with ski-slope views nearby. It is an easy activity to pair with time exploring the village.

Visit the official skating page for seasonal opening information and rental details.

WAITSFIELD · OUTDOOR RINK

SKATIUM

Add an open-air skate to a Mad River Valley visit. Skatium operates seasonally, with opening status dependent on weather.

40 Slow Road, Waitsfield. Check the rink’s operations calendar and current rental information before your visit.

INDOOR SKATING

WATERBURY · INDOOR ARENA

THE ICE CENTER

Choose a scheduled public-skating session at this community arena. Public skating and hockey use the same facility at different times, so check the calendar for the session you want.

546 River Road, Waterbury. Review public-skating information and equipment options with the rink.

WOODSTOCK · INDOOR ARENA

UNION ARENA COMMUNITY CENTER

Plan a skate at Woodstock’s community arena. Its programs include public skating and instruction, with availability varying across the seasonal calendar.

80 Amsden Way, Woodstock. Confirm session times and available services directly with the arena.

FIND A RINK ALONG YOUR ROUTE

Browse Vermont skating locations on the map, then check the rink’s own website for the most useful visitor information.

BEFORE YOU GO

CHECK THE SESSION

Confirm public-skating times, admission, rentals, and any booking requirements. Bring warm layers and gloves, and ask about beginner-friendly sessions if anyone is new to skating.

FOLLOW OPENING REPORTS

For outdoor skating, follow the operator’s current opening status. Only use officially opened, maintained skating areas; cold weather alone does not establish that natural ice is safe.

ICE SKATING QUESTIONS

Where can I skate indoors in Vermont?

This guide includes The Ice Center in Waterbury and Union Arena Community Center in Woodstock. Check each arena’s public-skating calendar before visiting.

Can I rent ice skates?

Rental availability, sizes, and hours vary by location. Check the rink or rental provider before traveling, especially when planning for a group.

Is outdoor skating available all winter?

Not necessarily. Weather and ice conditions affect outdoor opening dates and day-to-day access. Check the current operator report on the day of your outing.

MAKE A DAY OF WINTER

Pair your skating plans with more ideas for a Vermont winter getaway.