The citizens of Coon Rapids are all set to lace up their skates for a festive twirl on the ice this Sunday. The Coon Rapids Ice Center is hosting its final themed skating event of 2024, 'Holiday Skate with Rocky', on December 15th. As reported on the City of Coon Rapids, MN - Local Government's Facebook page, the event will run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., and attendees are encouraged to don their most festive sweaters.
The skating center isn't pulling any punches with this shindig: apart from open skating, guests will be treated to a "Holiday Exhibition by Skating School students". Ice for everyone, shiny, sharp, and with the appropriate level of holiday cheer. The Skating School exhibition is a chance for locals to marvel at the talent burgeoning on their own frosty backyard, a narrative of spins, jumps, and artistry set against the winter season's ambiance.
Convenience won't be placed on thin ice, as concessions, skate rentals, and skate sharpening services will be up for grabs—though for a price. It's a skating gala, but let's not forget, the rink's still a business. Regular admission rates will apply for those looking to glide into some holiday spirit.
A trip to the Coon Rapids Ice Center has been an old staple for locals looking to slide into the holiday mood, and this year's event seems poised to keep that tradition briskly moving forward. Make sure not to miss out on the twirls and whirls amidst the jingles and lights; it's all about creating those winter memories—one skate loop at a time.
