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A new outdoor ice rink has opened at BC’s iconic wine village for the winter

Photo via @districtwinevillage / Instagram

Guess what, wine lovers? You don’t need to wait for warmer weather to experience some top-notch sips in British Columbia’s wine country, AKA the Okanagan. District Wine Village in Oliver has 13 wineries, a brewery, a distillery and a restaurant to enjoy, as well as free outdoor skating all winter long!

Opening earlier this month, the new outdoor rink is full of nostalgia and reminiscent of small-town winter festivities.

Guests can enjoy a wine tasting under twinkling holiday lights and lace up their skates all in one visit.

Ice skates will be available to rent for $5 a pop.

BC’s wine village also has an artisan bakehouse with some sweet treats to snack on, as well as a bookshop to peruse during your visit.

A representative tells Curiocity that the ice rink will remain open until March 2025, so you’ve got plenty of time to go check it out!

Hours & info

District Wine Village is open from Thursday to Monday from noon to 6 pm, though some hours of individual wineries vary. The ice rink operates from nono to 6 pm on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

So there you have it, Vancouver! If you’re looking to do some wine or craft beer tastings in a beautiful setting, this is a great road trip option for the holiday season and beyond.

Enjoy!