Free Ice Skating Shows in Vail, Colorado

Vail is hosting ice skating shows throughout the holiday months. Free to attend, these 15-minute exhibits are set to holiday music and showcase elite skaters worldwide (including Team USA skaters). With two performances each night, they offer an excellent reprieve from the hustle and bustle of last-minute planning and preparing for the arrival of out-of-towners. Here’s what you should know:

Performance Dates and Places

Vail’s holiday ice skating shows take place on the following days and at the following locations:


  • November 30th at Arrabelle Outdoor Ice Rink (in Lionshead)

  • December 7th at Arrabelle Outdoor Ice Rink 

  • December 14th at Arrabelle Outdoor Ice Rink 

  • December 28th at Solaris Plaza Ice Rink (in Vail Village)

  • January 4th at Solaris Plaza Ice Rink


There are two performances per night (at 4:45 PM and 5:30 PM), so you can catch a toepick or two while you’re out and about. 

Featured Skaters

Each show features a rotating group of skaters, allowing spectators to see different skaters during different performances. Some of the elite skaters participating include the following:


  • Amber Glenn

  • Ellie Kam

  • Danny O’Shea

  • Audrey Shin

  • Jordan Moeller

Reasons to Attend

These free shows are an excellent way to take a break on a busy winter night. Their central locations make them accessible to shoppers, diners, skiers, and sledders. This multi-generational activity will inspire people of all ages with yuletide whimsy and sheer skating talent.


Whether you’re doing some stocking stuffing, grabbing a bite, or relaxing after a day on the slopes, Vail’s ice skating performances can spread a little holiday cheer one lutz, spin, and jump at a time.


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