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We're a family-owned and operated roller skating rink serving third and fourth-generation families in Rocky Mount. Vernon and Pauline Holder built and opened Sky-Vue Skateland to huge crowds and a great fanfare in September 1958. It was their dream project to provide the citizens of Rocky Mount and the surrounding communities with wholesome, family fun.
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3M ago
From Drive-In to Roller Rink, Sky-Vue Skateland Earns Legacy Award for 66 Years of Service.
We are thrilled to announce that the Rocky Mount Chamber of Commerce has honored Sky-Vue Skateland with the prestigious Legacy Award! This accolade was presented at the 2024 Small Business Celebration, hosted by the Small Business Committee at Brown Auditorium, Nash Community College, on June 4. The Legacy Award is presented to a small business that has been in business for at least 15 years and has been passed down to the next generation.
Our legacy truly begins with our founders, Vernon and Pauli ..read more
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3M ago
Sky-Vue Skateland is thrilled to share the resounding success of its STEM field trip program for the 2023-2024 academic year. With 51 field trips, the program engaged over 3,629 students from 14 different school districts and sparked joy and excitement, making learning a truly interactive and fun experience.
The STEM field trip program, a beacon of innovation and creativity, was launched to inspire and educate young minds in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Students were not just taught but allowed to explore various STEM concepts through hands-on activities and immersive ..read more
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1y ago
September skate Events at Sky-Vue Skateland
As school bells ring and routines fall back into place, we’re still offering all fun things at the rink! Did you know some youth learn about the rink from their friends at school? The discussion usually begins on Friday mornings, making plans to meet at the rink for skating at 7 PM.
2nd Thursday Adult Sk8 September 14
Calling all adults to skate with us on the 2nd Thursday night of each month. This is your chance to rediscover the joy of skating, embrace the carefree spirit of your youth, and create memories that’ll keep you smiling for weeks to co ..read more
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1y ago
Hello, skaters and families!
As the summer begins to fade away, Sky-Vue Skateland is all set to make this August an unforgettable month filled with fun, excitement, and special moments for everyone.
We have a fantastic lineup of family Fun events for August, catering to skaters of all ages and interests.
So, get your skates on and join us for a month packed with fun!
Summer Schedule Winding Down
Last Chance for Thursday Afternoon & Adult Skate Night (Ending August 17). As summer draws to a close, we want to remind everyone that our Thursday afternoon session (1:00-3:30 pm) and Adult Skate ..read more
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1y ago
Sky-Vue Skateland is celebrating the completion of the 2022/2023 school year, marked by a highly successful year of roller skating STEM field trips for students in eastern North Carolina.
The Roller Skating STEM program engaged over 2,000 students from 26 schools, offering a unique and captivating learning experience in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. By combining roller skating with hands-on STEM activities, the program fostered curiosity, critical thinking, and teamwork among students, helping them develop essential skills for their future academic and professional endeavo ..read more
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1y ago
Looking for exciting events in June 2023 that both kids and adults can enjoy?
School is ending and summer is beginning. We hope the entire family will add more skating to their schedule this summer. Roller skating is fitness disguised as fun. Put down the devices, get off the couch, lace up your skates, and let’s roll around the skating rink.
Check out these family-friendly activities and events happening this month: June 2: Hoverboard Session
Bring your hoverboard fully charged for an hour of hovering fun. Doors open at 5:55 pm. We’ll have hover, games, and races for the hour. Admission is ..read more
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1y ago
Did you know May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month?
Roller skating fits that agenda in both categories! Physical activity is the fountain of youth. May is a great month to move into a regular active routine with fitness benefits. Start with roller skating. It’s fun and fitness rolled into one! Start skating once a week at Sky-Vue Skateland.
May Events
Ask for our Family Fun Pack during the month of May. Admission and skate rental for a family of up to 5 members is $60.00*. *One parent must skate to receive this discount.
HoverBoard Skate Session: Friday, May 5, 6:00-7:00 PM
Bring ..read more
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1y ago
April Events
Are you looking for fun things to do with your family? April offers lots of roller skating opportunities for kids of all ages. We decided to remain open on Sunday afternoons, 1:30-3:30 pm, during April. However, we will be closed on Easter Sunday, April 9.
Skate & Play: Saturday, April 1
Our monthly skate & play for ages 8 and younger is April 1, 10 am until 12:00 noon. This monthly session allows young children to enjoy our skating floor without the big kids. We’ll bring out our fisher price skates, skate mates, ride on toys, big wheels, and hopper balls. Lots of fun acti ..read more
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1y ago
If you haven’t noticed, roller skating is very popular currently.
It’s trending in social media, television, apparel, and the news. Roller skating is a favorite pastime shared by generations, with memories shared repeatedly. When friends reunite, skating memories are often discussed as some of the best times of their childhood.
Sky-Vue Skateland is blessed with third and fourth generations skating with us today. Your support and recommendations help keep our business open for skating. We’ll celebrate our 65th birthday in September 2023. Plans are in the works for a fun celebration. Stay tuned ..read more
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1y ago
February is known for love as we celebrate Valentine’s Day, American Heart Month encouraging us to become heart-healthy, and Black History Month, as we pay tribute to African Americans and their contributions to our country.
This February 2023, these are the upcoming events at Sky-Vue Skateland
February 3-4-5
The first weekend of the month at Sky-Vue Skateland is always full of activity.
February 3/4/5 is our 2-for-1 weekend. When you pay Friday night’s admission, you receive admission for Friday and Saturday evening sessions. Skate rental is extra.
This month we will include 2-for-1 weeken ..read more