Pandemic makes Classic Skating’s late-night disco dance party even more popular

Utah – Thanks to the pandemic, roller skates have made a huge comeback. Every Saturday at 9 p.m., skaters line up for the Disco Skate at Classic Skating & Fun Center in Orem, many with their own skates slung over their shoulders and some in bell bottoms and retro outfits.

As spinning disco balls, a fog machine and flashing colored lights set the mood, masked skaters dance to funky hits from the ’70s by bands like The Commodores, Parliament, Ohio Players and Kool and the Gang as they glide around the rink.