Lace up, snap tight, stand up and roll out! Roller skating has been one of America's favorite pastimes for over a half century, and is an engaging activity for the whole family, with many roller and inline skating rinks offering a variety of both day and evening sessions for people of all ages. Cumberland, Maryland, the quiet county seat of Alleghany County has convenient access to several rinks that offer a variety of skating experiences.
Skate the Night Away at Moon Glo Skating Rink
- An entertaining throwback to the heyday of roller skating, Cumberland’s Moon Glo Skating Rink is the perfect place to lace up and get your legs moving. Prime time hours are 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, with $5 general admission. On Fridays, all parents skate free, making it a great option for an evening of family fun. If daytime hours are more up your alley, Moon Glo also offers Saturday and Sunday afternoon skate times from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for the reduced price of $3.50 per person. Skate rentals are a flat $1 fee. Inquire about special events -- they host several roller derbies, holiday nights and charitable evenings throughout the year.
Star-Lite Roller Skating Rink
- Located on Highway 100, Star-Lite Roller Skating Rink is a local favorite. Hours vary, with most weekend nights opening at 7:30 p.m.; General Admission is $6. Skate rentals run an additional $1, and inline skates an additional $2. There are also Saturday and Sunday daytime skating sessions, and the facility is available for private rentals, so if you are looking for the next great birthday party location, Star-Lite may just fit the bill.
Head Over to Bedford's Moon Glo II
- A convenient 30-minute trip from Cumberland along US route 220, Bedford, Pennsylvania's Moon Glo II offers weekend skate sessions on Friday and Saturday evenings for $7 per person. Discounted Saturday and Sunday afternoon sessions are also offered, and the rink is available for party rentals Monday through Thursday. Moon Glo II also hosts skating and hockey lessons, as well as holiday specials with reduced admission prices. Skate rentals are $1.
Skate Outdoors on the Alleghany Highlands Trail
- If you are in the mood for scenic views while skating, consider an afternoon gliding along the Allegheny Highlands Trail. The trail is open for a variety of outdoor exercises, including roller and inline skating, biking, horseback riding and hiking. The trail features 22 miles of natural bliss, with beautiful picturesque views along the way, taking trail-goers from Cumberland to the Maryland-Pennsylvania border. Parking and public restrooms are available.
