Skate Station USA will reopen as Sports & Skate Station 🛼

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The outside of Skate Station USA | Photo by Hesham Hassanein

A local Lexington landmark, Skate Station USA — that opened in 1987 — is getting a major makeover + will reopen next week as Sports & Skate Station.

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Skate Station USA Photo by Ashley Steele

Here’s what we know:

  • The revitalization of Skate Station USA is the vision of Columbia resident Steve Ware — owner of River’s Edge Retreat.
  • The renovated skating rink will also include batting cages, basketball, and an inside golf driving range.
  • The grand re-opening will take place Jan., 13 from 6-9 p.m.
  • The night of the grand opening through the weekend will feature special skating competitions + DJs.
  • To celebrate the re-opening, anyone born in 1987 or earlier can enter a raffle to win a prize.

Here’s what we don’t know:

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The inside of the new rink being renovated | Photo provided by Sports & Skate Station

Which City Editor would win in a roller skating race, David or Sam? Stay tuned on the results, but until then, we’re wheely excited.

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