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.
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.
For ten days only enjoy an ice walk with custom ice sculptures, live entertainment, food trucks, and more!
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Raise a glass January 18th to a day full of local brews. Secure the advanced ticket price, now!
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Take a break inside with hot drinks, tasty food, and live music.
Join us for Skolmmelier, a relaxing wine-tasting hosted inside the Vikings Museum.
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Free outdoor skating rink. Bring your own skates or rentals are available on site.
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.”
Whether you’re planning a day of family fun, a night out with friends, or a unique date, Winter SKOLstice offers something for everyone.
Viking Lakes – Home of the Minnesota Vikings
Eagan, MN
Friday 1/16: 4-10PM
Saturday 1/17: 10AM-10PM
Sunday 1/18: 10AM-9PM
Monday 1/19 (MLK): 10AM-9PM
Tuesday 1/20: 4-9PM
Wednesday 1/21: 4-9PM
Thursday 1/22: 4-9PM
Friday 1/23: 4-10PM
Saturday 1/24: 10AM-10PM
Sunday 1/25: 10AM-9PM
November 21st – February 22nd (2025–2026 Season)
CLOSED: January 5th-15th (Ice Festival Prep)
Plenty of Free Parking on site
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Enjoy live music, craft cocktails, and Instagram-worthy photo ops.
