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Seasonal & Holidays

Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Dallas

Feeling inspired by the Winter Games? Here are a few ways to get out, stay active and make the most of the season!

Ready for some winter adventure? From indoor skating to easy day trips for skiing, sledding and tubing, here’s where to find winter fun around Dallas.
Ready for some winter adventure? From indoor skating to easy day trips for skiing, sledding and tubing, here’s where to find winter fun around Dallas. (Shutterstock)

Feeling inspired by the excitement of the Winter Games? You don’t have to travel far to get in on the seasonal spirit. Around Dallas, you’ll find places where families can lace up skates, enjoy indoor winter fun, or plan easy day trips to nearby skiing, tubing or sledding spots. Whether you’re looking to stay close to home or head out for a weekend adventure, these ideas can help you make the most of the season. Just be sure to double-check hours, weather conditions and reservation details before heading out.


⛸️ Ice Skating & Indoor Winter Fun

Galleria Dallas Ice Skating Center

Address: 13350 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75240

Phone: (972) 392-3361

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Details: Located inside Galleria Dallas, this year-round indoor ice rink offers public skating, lessons, and a festive atmosphere beneath the mall’s glass atrium. It’s centrally located in Dallas, making it the most convenient ice skating option in the city.


StarCenter Valley Ranch

Address: 211 Cowboys Pkwy, Irving, TX 75063

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Phone: (972) 444-0540

Details: This large indoor rink hosts public skate sessions, lessons, and hockey programs throughout the winter season. It’s about a 25–30 minute drive from downtown Dallas and works well as a reliable alternative.


🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

Angel Fire Resort

Address: 10 Miller Ln, Angel Fire, NM 87710

Phone: (800) 633-7463

Details: Angel Fire offers skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and a full mountain resort experience in northern New Mexico. The closest major airport is Albuquerque International Sunport, with nonstop flights from Dallas taking about 2 hours, followed by a roughly 3.5-hour drive to the resort.


Taos Ski Valley

Address: 116 Sutton Pl, Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525

Phone: 866.968.7386

Details: Known for its dramatic terrain and reliable snowfall, Taos Ski Valley features skiing, snowboarding, and lessons for a range of skill levels. It’s roughly a 12-hour drive from Dallas and works well for a multi-day winter escape. Travelers can also fly nonstop from Dallas to Albuquerque in about 2 hours, then drive approximately 4 hours to reach the mountain.


☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

Winter in Dallas brings cooler temperatures and quiet parks that make outdoor time especially pleasant. After rare winter storms, grassy hills across the city can briefly turn into sledding favorites.

Dallas spots to consider:

  • Flag Pole Hill Park features gently sloped grassy areas that can work for sledding when snow conditions allow. Its open layout and central location make it an easy local option after winter weather moves through. (Source: Dallas Park & Recreation)

Further outdoors:

  • White Rock Lake Park — Rolling hills and grassy slopes in this area can allow for light sledding when snow conditions are right. It’s located within Dallas and offers plenty of space without leaving the city.

Bundle up, stay safe and have fun wherever winter takes you!

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