Sky-Vue Skateland: Our Story

 

Bringing Joy to All Ages Through Roller Skating!

Our mission is to create a welcoming environment where individuals and families can have fun, stay active, and make lasting memories.

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. The tradition continues today as their children and second-generation owners, David Holder and Denise Watkins, carry the torch for the local icon.

The rink features an original hardwood skating surface, fleet of rental skates, audio sound and light show, concessions, redemption games, retail novelty, and pro shop sales. Sky-Vue Skateland specializes in public skating, birthday party celebrations, school events, community events, group and organization outings, fundraisers, and all new, innovative STEM education field trips for schools and youth organizations.

Whether you are looking for a birthday party or a relaxing night out with the whole family, you’ll love Sky-Vue Skateland. We have over 30 years of experience in teaching beginners how to roller skate. Roller skating is a lifelong activity, providing health benefits for all ages. Come skate with us today! We can teach you how to skate.

Daycare visit at Sky-Vue Skateland

In The Press

Sky-Vue Skateland receives Legacy Award from the Rocky Mount Chamber of Commerce in Rocky Mount, NC

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. READ FULL STORY HERE.

Rocky Mount Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Month

 
Sky-Vue Skateland is honored to be recognized as Small Business of the Month by the Rocky Mount Area Chamber of Commerce. Be sure to watch the entire video to learn more about our skating rink, how we got started, and our STEM program and birthday parties.

In the video, Jean Kitchin interviews Denise Watkins, second-generation owner of Sky-Vue Skateland. Denise shares the history of the rink and her passion for roller skating. Thank you, Jean and WHIG-TV, for sharing our story. “Everyone needs a fun job like mine,” says Mrs. Denise

THE TAR HEEL TRAVELER VISITed SKY-VUE SKATELAND

Scott Mason, Wral’s Tar Heel Traveler, took a step back in time with a visit to Sky-Vue Skateland. Read More.

Press Release

Sky-Vue Skateland Celebrates a Successful Year of Roller Skating STEM Field Trips for Schools

Sky-Vue Skateland, a leading provider of STEM field trips, is thrilled to announce the successful completion of its 2022/2023 school year, culminating in a highly fruitful year of learning and fun for students across eastern North Carolina. Read the full PRESS RELEASE.

For more information about our roller skating rink, please contact us today!