Dateline: Pikeville, KY, October 25, 2022 — “Winter is coming.” ― George R.R. Martin, A Game of
Thrones

There is some wintery fun blanketing downtown Pikeville as the city proudly presents the 5th
Annual Winterfest! Enjoy winter activities in downtown from November 26 through January 1.

The City of Pikeville’s Winterfest is a fun interactive experience in downtown Pikeville. The ice
skating rink will once again be open in City Park every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and
Sunday from November 26-January 1. The ice skating rink will be closed Christmas Eve and
Christmas Day. Adults can test their skating skills for $10 an hour where as children 6 and
under can slide across the ice for $6 per hour. Schools and other groups may also utilize the
skating rink by appointment. To inquire about pricing or availability please email
kevin@appwirelessarena.com with the subject Winterfest for more details. The City of
Pikeville is also overjoyed to announce the return of the Pikeville Christmas Parade, which will
be held on December 2nd at 7:00 pm. If you would like to be a part of the parade you can
complete a permit application at the Pikeville City Police Department Monday – Friday from
9:00 am – 4:00 pm. Permits are limited and will be available on a first come, first serve basis.

Along with the ice skating and parade the City of Pikeville will light the City’s Christmas tree
located in City Park on December 2nd at 6:00 pm. Muddy Boots, LLC. of Pikeville will also be
offering horse drawn carriage rides in select parts of downtown.

Director of Tourism and Appalachian Wireless Arena General Manager Paul Bowles says,

“We are extremely pleased to announce the 5th Annual Winterfest. This is such a lovely time
of year in Kentucky and having these activities so close to home is one on the reasons that
Pikeville is such a wonderful place to live.”

“Any day is a great day to visit Pikeville, but visiting during Winterfest is extra special. You’ll
have a great time and make lifelong family memories. I still remember watching the
Christmas Parade while sitting on the curb with my family and am ecstatic to help bring that
experience to a new generation,” states Kevin Roberts, Director of Special Events for the
Appalachian Wireless Arena.

The City of Pikeville is looking forward to seeing you during Winterfest!

For more information on these events contact kevin@appwirlessarena.com