Extended Light Show Hours & Ice Skating!

Lace up for winter fun!

You don’t have to be a seasoned pro to enjoy this outdoor rink! Whether you’re a veteran on the ice or lacing up for the first time, ice skating under the twinkling lights is a winter delight sure to make your spirits bright!

Bring your own skates or rent a pair from us (limited availability).

​Please Note: Ice skating requires temperatures below 50 degrees for optimal conditions. If temperatures exceed 50 degrees, the skating rink will be closed.

We suggest wearing at least crew length socks to prevent blisters.

Ice Skating
Pricing and Hours

Tickets: $5/person

Skate Rentals: $7

Birthday Parties: $150 (for 8 guests)

Heated Cabana Rentals: $35/hour

Silent Disco Skating: Included in admission! Only 6pm - 8pm Fridays and Saturdays.

Open every Friday, 5pm - 9pm, and Saturday, 2pm - 9pm, through January, weather permitting.

*Last session starts at 8:15pm.

  • Yes, we have rental skates available! You can rent skates from us for $7 or bring your own. Please note, we cannot guarantee your size.

  • Outside food and beverages, except water, are not permitted at our location. There are onsite, indoor concessions available at our Firefly Boutique to purchase food & drink.

  • Of course. We’d love for you to create birthday memories at our rink. For $150, you get:

    • Skating admission for 8

    • Rentals for 8

    • (1) One Topping Large Pizza

    • Hot Cocoa for 8

    • Heated Cabana Rental

    Available two-hour sessions:

    Fridays: 5-7pm, 6-8pm, 7-9pm

    Saturdays: 2-4pm, 3-5pm, 4-6pm, 5-7pm, 6-8pm, 7-9pm

  • Unless you have booked a birthday party, which includes a cabana, you can only book a cabana when you arrive. Each cabana is $35/hour.

    Note: we have limited quantities of cabanas available to reserve each night.

  • Your ticket is valid for the entirety of our open hours on the date that the ticket was purchased.

  • ​The ice skating rink requires temperatures to be below 50 degrees for optimal conditions. If temperatures exceed 50 degrees, the skating rink will be closed.

    We do not issue refunds for activities affected by weather such as rain, snow, or wind. If an activity is closed due to inclement weather conditions, guests will be notified at least 2 hours in advance and receive a full refund in the form of a gift card credit.

  • We recommend wearing at least crew length socks to prevent blisters. Winter in Wisconsin can be very chilly! We recommend full winter gear including jacket, hat, gloves and long sleeves.

  • For ice skating, guests should enter The Ember Lodge and check in at Firefly Boutique.

    Food and beverages will also be available for purchase.

  • Guests of all ages are welcome to ice skate at their own risk. We have a limited number of skate walkers for those just starting out. Please note, children cannot be left unattended on the property and must be supervised at all times.

Extended Light Show Hours!

Miss the news? We are keeping the lights bright and dazzling through January! Plus when you buy a car pass, ice skating admission is included*!

*valid for up to 4 guests, skate rentals not included.

Hours -

Open Fridays and Saturdays in January: 5pm - 9pm

Tickets -

Car Pass - $20

Party on the ice!

Birthday Package

For just $150 you’ll get:

- Admission for 8 to the ice rink

- Skate rentals for 8

- A large one-topping pizza

- Hot cocoa for 8

- Heated cabana rental to stay warm and cozy

 

Fridays: 5p-7p | 6p-8p | 7p-9p

Saturdays: 2p-4p | 3p-5p | 4-6p | 5-7p | 6-8p | 7-9p

What makes the ice skating even sweeter and the lights shine brighter?

Delicious food & beverages… and MORE twinkly lights!

We know ice skating can work up quite the appetite! Take a spin around the ice , then warm up with hot cocoa, share a pizza with friends, or (for the 21+ crowd) enjoy a glass of mulled wine. With a variety of food and drink options, there’s something to satisfy every craving! Food and beverage can be purchased from our Firefly Boutique.

Stroll over and check out the vibrant wall of lights! We’ve transformed the Bear Paw Ropes Course into a bright & dazzling walk through experience. Bring your camera to snap some fun, flashy photos!

Fridays and Saturdays in January:

5pm - 9pm

Please note: Santa's Workshop is closed for the season. Instead Firefly Boutique will be open with limited retail and food and beverage options.

Cancellation Policy: Christmas Carnival of Lights does not issue refunds or credits for cancellation of ticket purchases.

Weather Policy: Christmas Carnival of Lights does not issue refunds for activities affected by weather such as rain, snow, or wind. If an activity is closed due to inclement weather conditions, guests will be notified at least 2 hours in advance and receive a full refund in the form of a gift card credit.