Public skating is a fun way to enjoy the ice. Whether you’re practicing your skating skills or simply spending time with family and friends, we have sessions for skaters of all ages and abilities.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, sessions have capped attendance. While we accept walk-ups if space allows, we highly encourage advanced registration using our online system. Unregistered patrons may be turned away if a session is full, which is most common during winter weekend sessions.
Session Information
Public Skates
Sessions are for skaters of all ages and abilities.
- 60 to 90-minute sessions (depending on day and time)
- Skate aids (walkers) are not permitted
Cost
- Weekend sessions: $10
- Rental skates: $3
- Weekday sessions: $7 (includes skate rental)
- Children ages 4 and under are free
Family Skates
Sessions are for families with young children and beginning skaters.
- 60-minute weekday sessions
- Lower attendance limit than general sessions
- Skate aids ARE permitted
Cost
- Weekend sessions: $12 (includes skate rental)
- Weekday sessions: $7 (includes skate rental)
- All participants, regardless of age, must register and pay
Senior Skates
Sessions are for skaters age 50 and older.
- 60-minute Wednesday morning sessions
- Skate aids are available upon request
Cost
- $6 (includes skate rental)
Tot Skates
Sessions are for preschool-age children and their parents or caregivers.
- 45-minute Wednesday morning sessions
- Skate aids and hockey sticks are permitted
- Helmets are required for children
Cost
- $6 (includes skate rental)
- All skaters, regardless of age, must pay
Homeschool Skates
Sessions are for homeschool families in the Missoula Valley and surrounding areas.
- 60-minute weekday sessions
- Skate aids are permitted
Cost
- $6 (includes skate rental)
Theme Skates and Special Events
Sessions are longer and feature themed music and lighting.
- Sessions have a higher attendance capacity
- Skate aids are not permitted
Cost
- $13-$15 (includes skate rental)
- Children ages 4 and under are free
General Information
Check In
Please check in with staff upon arrival – either as you enter or at the skate shop. If the session is scheduled on the outdoor rink, please enter the rink directly from the parking lot. If the session is on the indoor rink, enter through the front doors
Rental Skates
We have nearly 300 pairs of hockey and figure skates for rent in a range of sizes from toddler size 8 to adult size 14. Rentals may be purchased in advance online and picked up from the skate shop. Staff will size skates appropriately based on patrons’ shoe size.
We do not rent skates for off-site use.
Attire
The indoor rink is generally 40-50 degrees and the outdoor rink can be cold. Be sure to wear long (thin) socks, gloves, and warm layers to ensure an enjoyable experience. Though not required, we highly recommend wearing a helmet (hockey, bike or ski helmets work).
Skate Aids
Skate aids (walkers) are NOT allowed during general public skating sessions. They ARE allowed during Family Skates and Parent/Tot skates. If you have a beginner or young skater who will need assistance, please come to one of these skating sessions.
Rules
Skaters are expected to abide by our Facility Policies and Public Program Rules as they are designed to maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all rink users. All users participate at their own risk and must obey staff directions.
Cancellations and Refunds
If you need to cancel a public skate registration, please contact us at least two hours in advance of the session to receive a full refund. Cancellations within two hours of the session or no shows will not receive refunds.
Please include the full names of the people you are cancelling (spelling is helpful if leaving a voice message), your phone number, and the session name and date – e.g., John and Jane Smith, 6 pm public skate on December 1, 406-555-5555.
Refunds will be credited back to the credit card on file within 48 hours of the cancellation request.