Winter SKOLstice | A Celebration of Winter. SKOL!

at Viking Lakes

WEATHER UPDATE

Due to the extreme cold temperatures forecasted for this weekend, the Viking Lakes Ice Festival will be cancelled beginning Thursday January 22, through Sunday, January 25. That concludes the Ice Festival portion of Winter SKOLstice. Ice Festival ticket holders for these dates will receive the option of a full refund or a $15 credit that can be used for food and beverage at future Winter SKOLstice events. Please email info@mvventures.com to let us know which option you prefer.

Winter SKOLstice, the 90-day celebration of Winter at Viking Lakes, continues through Sunday, February 22, with free programming Wednesday through Sunday each week. As a thank you to our guests, fans and community, the ice features, including the ice walk and ice sculptures, will remain in place and be accessible at no charge for as long as weather permits. The Speakeasy will remain open and publicly accessible for a limited time.

Highlights of Winter SKOLstice over the coming weeks include weekly Bingo Presented by Cocoa Classics, trivia and live music in the Warming Haus powered by Xfinity, nightly open skate on the Family Freeze Rink Kept Warm by Standard Heating, Skolmmelier Wine Tasting Presented by Duckhorn Vineyards, LaunchPad Golf Driving Range, Touch a Truck Presented by Republic Services, Winter Olympics activities and more. See all upcoming events on our events page.

A Celebration of Winter. SKOL!

Eagan, MN • November – February

Experience the magic of Minnesota’s winter. From icy adventures to cozy comforts, Winter SKOLstice is a festival packed with fun for families, friends, and couples alike.

Explore the sights, sounds, and spirit of the season. While most activities are free to enjoy, a few featured experiences, along with food, drinks, and skate rentals, are available for purchase.

What to Expect

Bring your warmest mittens—and your sense of adventure. At Winter SKOLstice, you’ll find activities and attractions that celebrate the very best of the season.

Pond Rinks

Reserve a pond rink for hockey or just for fun!

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Daily Events & Activities

Keep an eye on our events schedule for upcoming activities and happenings!

Events

Warming Haus powered by Xfinity

Take a break inside with hot drinks, tasty food, and live music.

Private Events

Host your holiday party or other events in one of our stunning spaces.

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Skolmmelier Wine Tasting

Join us for Skolmmelier, a relaxing wine-tasting hosted inside the Vikings Museum.

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Standard Heating Family Freeze Rink

Free outdoor skating rink. Bring your own skates or rentals are available on site.

What does SKOL mean?

SKOL (pronounced “skohl”) is an old Scandinavian word that means “cheers”. For Minnesotans, it’s also the rallying cry of the Vikings, shouted loud and proud to bring people together.

At Winter SKOLstice, SKOL is our way of saying: “Let’s celebrate, let’s stand together, and let’s make the longest nights the brightest.”

Fun for Everyone!

Whether you’re planning a day of family fun, a night out with friends, or a unique date, Winter SKOLstice offers something for everyone.

Event Details

Location:

Viking Lakes – Home of the Minnesota Vikings
Eagan, MN

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Hours:

Wednesdays – Sundays

5pm – 9pm*

*Please see our events calendar for specific event start times. Some events start earlier than 5pm, and we will open accordingly to align with the events on those days.

Dates:

November 21st – February 22nd (2025–2026 Season)

Parking:

Plenty of Free Parking on site