Why Winter's Better In Lakeville: Beat The Blues With These Local Picks

Winter may be here, but the fun doesn’t slow down in Lakeville. From family outings to seasonal events and easy day trips, there’s plenty around town to keep your calendar full. Just remember to double-check hours, weather updates and ticket details before heading out. And if you want even more local winter ideas, keep scrolling — you’ll find a way to get personalized suggestions based on what you love to do.

Lakeville Ames Arenas

Address: 19900 Ipava Avenue, Lakeville, MN 55044
Phone: (952) 985-2170
Details: Lakeville Ames Arenas is a community ice facility with two rinks that host everything from public open skating and hockey sessions to freestyle skate and stick-and-puck time. It’s a great place to take a few laps around the ice, or even build your skills through recurring classes.

Lucky Strike Lakeville

Address: 11129 162nd Street West, Lakeville, MN 55044
Phone: (952) 435-2695
Details: More than just bowling, Lucky Strike Lakeville packs 38 modern lanes with blacklight and accessible seating alongside a lively arcade, laser tag and billiards, making it a full afternoon or evening activity for groups. The on-site sports bar and lounge serve up food and drinks to refuel between frames, and you can reserve lanes and party packages online to lock in your spot.

Wild Things Indoor Playground

Address: 20450 Kenrick Avenue, Suite 100, Lakeville, MN 55044
Phone: (952) 960-8796
Details: Designed for kids ages 0–12, Wild Things offers a jungle-inspired indoor playland where little ones can climb, slide and explore a multi-level play structure and soft-play zones. A day pass lets children play freely during open hours, and parents can bring snacks or take advantage of seating areas while supervising from nearby.

Angry Inch Brewing

Address: 20841 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, MN 55044
Phone: N/A
Details: Angry Inch Brewing brings a community-focused taproom vibe to Lakeville’s downtown, pouring Belgian-inspired craft beers and seasonal brews in a relaxed setting. With rotating taps, a dog-friendly outdoor patio and regular food trucks or local eats nearby, it’s an easy place to grab a pint and unwind after a day of winter fun.

Steve Michaud Park

Address: 17100 Ipava Avenue, Lakeville, MN 55044
Phone: (952) 985-4600
Details: Steve Michaud Park is a local outdoor green space featuring the Land of Amazement playground—a creatively themed space that invites imaginative play—and open areas perfect for winter walks or sledding when snow arrives. And on balmy days, the trails and picnic spots make it a nice complement to the indoor activities in town.

Northfield Yarn

Address: 314 Division Street South, Northfield, MN 55057
Phone: (507) 645-1330
Details: Northfield Yarn is a welcoming specialty shop for knitters, crocheters and fiber artists of all experience levels. In addition to a wide selection of yarns and tools, the shop hosts classes and community-focused events that invite people to slow down and create. Class schedules and shop updates are available on their website.

Buck Hill Snow Tubing

Address: 15400 Buck Hill Rd, Burnsville, MN 55306
Phone: (952) 435-7174
Details: Just a short drive from Lakeville, Buck Hill Snow Tubing offers classic winter thrills with groomed tubing lanes and tow-ropes to get you back up for another run. To extend the snowy fun, swing by Buck Hill’s ski and snowboarding area, complete with rental equipment.

Minnesota Children's Museum

Address: 10 West Seventh Street, St. Paul, MN 55102
Phone: (651) 225-6000
Details: For a big-city adventure less than an hour away, the Minnesota Children’s Museum offers hands-on exhibits that encourage kids to build, imagine and play across a variety of themed spaces. The museum also hosts events throughout the year, including an Indoor Beach Party on Jan. 24, as well as the Hands-On Hip Hop celebration running through Feb. 28.

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