Ice & Lights: The Winter Village at Cameron Run

📍 Seminary Hill, VA

★4.0(141 Google reviews)

Ice & Lights runs weekends and select holidays through late February at Cameron Run Regional Park in Alexandria. The winter village combines an outdoor ice rink with festive light displays, hot beverages, and snacks.

✓ outdoor skating✓ holiday lights✓ winter activity✓ seasonal event✓ NOVA Parks✓ family outing

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★★★★★Featured review by Harsh Karn

Beautiful light display.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with kids old enough to skate or eager to learn. The 1.5-hour session format suits younger children well before fatigue sets in. The light display and snack options give non-skaters plenty to enjoy alongside the rink.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Book tickets online in advance — sessions can sell out on peak weekends

⏰Skate rentals are available on-site, so no need to bring your own

🎟️Dress in layers; the outdoor rink gets cold even on mild winter days

🚗Check the NOVA Parks site for closures due to unsafe ice or weather conditions

💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.0

★★★★★

141 Google reviews

Loved the light display50%

Fun skating experience30%

Festive atmosphere12%

Easy to book8%

Harsh Karn

★★★★★

“Beautiful light display.”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Operated by NOVA Parks, Ice & Lights transforms Cameron Run Regional Park into a seasonal winter destination. Skaters get 1.5-hour sessions on the outdoor rink, with skate rentals in a variety of sizes available on-site. The surrounding village area features holiday light displays, hot drinks, and snack vendors. Cabana rentals are available for daytime sessions. The event runs weekends and designated holidays including MLK Day and Presidents Day.