City of Creve Coeur: Ice Arena, St. Louis

No matter the weather outside, it's winter inside Creve Coeur Ice Arena—and that means winter sports all year round. The arena’s Figure Skating Academy teaches skaters how to perform jumps and spins, while the Stick & Puck program helps hockey players work on their passing and shooting skills. Students can show off their talents during daily public-skate sessions or by joining the hockey or figure-skating clubs. There's even a curling club for people who like strategic games or have brooms for hands. The arena also hosts birthday parties, where up to 50 guests can glide across the ice before refueling with pizzas and hot dogs washed down with hot chocolate.