Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Newtown

Feeling inspired by the excitement of the Winter Games? You don’t have to travel far to get in on the seasonal spirit. Around Newtown, 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

Danbury Ice Arena

Address: 1 Independence Way, Danbury, CT 06810

Phone: (203) 748‑4498

Details: Danbury Ice Arena offers public skating sessions, skate rentals, hockey programming, and family skate times. The arena is about a 35‑minute drive from Newtown. Hours vary by day and season, so check the rink’s schedule before heading out.

The Rinks at the Sports Center

Address: 784 River Rd, Shelton, CT 06484

Phone: (203) 929‑1711

Details: The Rinks at the Sports Center offers public skating, lessons, and hockey leagues for all ages, and is about a 30 to 35‑minute drive from Newtown. Session times and levels vary throughout the week.

🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

Mount Southington Ski Area

Address: 396 Mount Vernon Rd, Plantsville, CT

Phone: (860) 628‑0954

Details: At Mount Southington Ski Area, you'll find skiing and snowboarding with snowmaking and night skiing across trails for beginners and intermediates. It's about a 50 to 55‑minute drive from Newtown, making it one of the closest winter sports day‑trip options.

Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort

Address: 99 Powder Hill Rd, Middlefield, CT

Phone: (860) 349‑3454

Details: Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort provides skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing on terrain that's suitable for families and newcomers to winter sports. The park is an easy 55 to 60‑minute drive from Newtown.

☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

When snow hits and conditions are safe, area parks and hills become perfect sledding and winter play areas. Check local park pages or community updates for the latest conditions.

Newtown‑area spots to consider:

Treadwell Park, Holcombe Hill, and Richter Park are all popular local sledding hills with gentle hills and open fields that families in and around Newtown use when there’s enough snow. Nearby Tarrywile Park also offers slopes ideal for sledding or snow play. (Source: Newtown Mom)

Further outdoors:

Southford Falls State Park — This scenic state park features wooded trails that are great for winter hiking or snowshoeing when conditions allow, and it's about a 35 to 40‑minute drive from Newtown.

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

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