Old man winter brings with him the return of family favorite activities and events in The Village at Winter Park for the 2011/12 season. Don't miss FREE Ice Skating Lessons, Kids' Night Out, Mini Rail Jams, plus new events sure to entertain guests of all ages!
WEEKLY EVENTS
Ice-Skating Lessons
Available daily mid-December through mid-March, 4-5pm
Come join a FREE lesson to learn how to "hit the ice" (after "hitting the slopes") or improve your skills on ice. An instructor will be provided for each lesson. Bring your own skates or rent skates near the Village Ice Rink.
To sign up please register by 3pm at Village Rentals on the day of the lesson. You will need to fill out a liability release form to attend the lesson. You must be 6 or older to sign up.
Skate Rental
Including Access to the Pond |
Day time 10am-3pm
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Evening 3pm-9pm
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| Adult 1 hr |
$8
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$10
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| Children 1 hr (12 and under) |
$6
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$8
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| Family Package (2 Adults, 2 Kids) |
$18
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$29
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| Adult Group Rate 1 hr (10 or more) |
$6
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$9
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| Children Group Rate 1 hr (10 or more) |
$4
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$6
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Rentals are available in the Winter Park Rental shop adjacent to the ice rink.
Broomball
Tuesdays, January through mid-March, 5-7pm
Invite all of your friends and start a FREE game of broomball, a game similar to hockey, but without skates. Equipment will be available on Tuesday nights at The Village Ice Rink. Helmets are recommended.
S'mores by the Fire
Wednesdays, December 14 - April 11, 4-5pm
S'mores aren't just for kids, they're for adults too. Take some time to meet new friends around the fire and toast your marshmallows until they are golden. This is a FREE family activity, but s'mores are on a first come, first serve basis. Located in the Private Lesson Center plaza.
Kids' Night Out
Thursdays, December 22 – April 5, 5:30-8:30pm
The Village at Winter Park introduces Kids' Night Out! This fun, activity-filled evening is for 4-12 year olds, and is loaded with activities – including dinner and a movie! Kids' Night Out is a worry-free night out for Mom & Dad and a convenient alternative to at-home babysitting.
Details:
- Kids' Night Out is held at the Adventurer's Club in the Village on Thursday evenings from 5:30-8:30pm.
- Kids' Night Out is a FREE childcare service offered to parents on the condition that $30 per child is spent in any commercial outlet at the resort during the hours that your children are in the program. We do require original receipts to verify the expenditure. If less than $30 per child is spent, parents will only be charged the difference.
- Kids' Night Out includes pizza and indoor activities such as games, seasonal crafts and movies.
- Please reserve your child's space by 3pm on Thursday. Call Winter Park Guest Services at 800.729.7907 to reserve your child's space. Enrollment is limited and is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
- Wait List: There is no wait list or walk ups for this program. This is due to the fact that we pre-register the participants to know how many supervisors to staff to conform to the Colorado Teaching Standards (ratio of 1 to 5 children per supervisor).
- Cancellation: There will be no refunds for cancellations or no shows (no exceptions).
For more information about Kids' Night Out, click here.
Mini Rail Jam
Fridays, January 13 – March 16, 4-5pm
Little jibbers come practice and show your tricks! Hit the mini rail park, Bouncer, in the Village for some fun after the mountain has closed for the day. Practice your rail slides and jumps in a training mini terrain park.
Details:
- Suggested for skiers and snowboarders ages 6-12 years old. Helmets are recommended.
- Located at the Bouncer Terrain Park located across from Doc's Roadhouse and adjacent to the Discovery Center in the Village.
Meet Winter Park Willie
Saturdays, December 10 – April 14, 4-5pm
After a day on the slopes, swing by the Private Lesson Center in the Village to meet Willie, Winter Park's Ski & Ride School mascot, before starting dinnertime activities. Kids are sure to love hanging out with Willie, slapping high-fives, taking photos, and getting hugs. This FREE family activity and snacks are on a first come, first serve basis.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Saturday, November 26, 4-6pm
Come to the Village for holiday fun with carolers, a visit from Santa and his elves, and the annual lighting of the Village's beautiful Holiday Tree.
Holiday Festivities
December 17, 18, 23, 3-5pm
December 24, 4-6pm
Sleigh bells ring...snow is glistening! Come experience the magic of the holidays with a fun-filled winter wonderland in the quaint Village at Winter Park. Get into the holiday spirit with visits from Santa and his reindeer, carolers, dancing Christmas trees, a special reading of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, stroll through the sparkling trees illuminating The Village and then pause for a picture with Santa in his sleigh. Complete the holiday season with the Torchlight Parade at the ski ara on Christmas Eve!
Willie's Birthday Party
Sunday, February 5, 3-5pm
Calling all kids – you're invited to a magical party you will not want to miss! Come join us in the Village to celebrate Willie's birthday with a magician, face painting, cake, and pictures with Willie! Willie's Birthday Party will be held in the Village Gazebo near the ice rink.
Mardi Gras Celebration
Saturday, February 18, noon-5pm
Come join the party in the Village to celebrate this New Orleans tradition Winter Park-style, from noon to 5:30pm! This event features street performers, face painting, mask making, festive decorations, and beads galore!
Live Music!
Louisiana Clam Dogs 12-1 pm
Jazz Cookers 1:30-3 pm
O-Tone Brass Band 3:30 to 5:30 pm
Enjoy a Taste of New Orleans at participating Village Restaurants throughout the weekend.
Meet Olympic figure skating medalist Paul Wylie
Saturday, February 25, 3-5pm
Help us celebrate the 20th anniversary of Paul Wylie’s Olympic medal with figure skating performances, demonstrations, and hot chocolate in the Village Gazebo.
Great Girl Scout Cookie Giveaway
Saturday, March 3, 3-4pm
Celebrate 100 years of Girl Scouting with FREE Girl Scout cookie samples in the Village at Winter Park.
Girl Scout cookie locator
St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Saturday, March 17, 3-5pm
Join us for some toe-tappin', hand-clappin', good drinkin', "gotta get up and dance" renditions of traditional and original Irish tunes! This event features Irish music, step dancers, and beverages in the Private Lesson Center Plaza in the Village.