LAKE SAINT LOUIS WINTER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Eighty Minutes of Family Skating at The Rink on Lake Saint Louis
Public sessions run for 80 minutes on the lakefront rink; rent skates or trainers and, on December weekends, skate with Santa’s helpers while supporting 2nd Harvesters.
Eighty Minutes of Family Skating at The Rink on Lake Saint Louis.
Glide across a community ice surface at The Rink on Lake St. Louis, where short, managed sessions make skating an accessible winter outing for families and friends. Sessions last 80 minutes and the operator stages special weekend events in December—an easy, social way to spend a cold afternoon or evening near the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Family-friendly 80-minute skate sessions
Open Public Skate at The Rink on Lake St. Louis runs organized 80-minute sessions designed for a mix of ages and abilities, making it simple to plan a single outing with family or friends.
Rent skates or trainers as needed
Skate rentals are available for an extra cost, and children's skate trainers can be rented so younger skaters can find their balance on the ice.
December weekends with Santa’s helpers
On weekends in December the rink features themed sessions where visitors can skate alongside Santa’s helpers; visitors who donate to 2nd Harvesters receive complimentary hot chocolate.
What the day feels like
What it feels like
Arrive, lace up, and take the ice: the session cadence is compact—80 minutes of skating that fits neatly into an afternoon or early evening. The atmosphere skews social and family-oriented, with rentals and trainers onsite to help novices and young children join in.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits—and who should rethink it.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Sessions run for 80 minutes; themed sessions occur on December weekends when Santa’s helpers appear.
Dress for cold conditions on the ice; skate rentals and children's trainers are offered for an additional cost.
The Rink on Lake St. Louis is at 830 Fountain Grass Dr—arrive ahead of your booked session to check in and pick up rentals.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is each public skating session?
Each session is 80 minutes long.
Are skate rentals available?
Yes—ice skate rentals are available for an additional cost, and children's skate trainers can also be rented.
Can young children participate?
Yes—sessions are open to all ages and trainers are available to help children find balance on the ice.
Is there a capacity limit for sessions?
Sessions are limited—up to 75 skate passes are allotted.
Are there special events during the season?
On weekends in December you can skate with Santa’s helpers; visitors who donate to 2nd Harvesters receive free hot chocolate.