Public skating sessions allow skaters of all ages and abilities a chance to enjoy a fun, healthy recreational activity. Whether you want to practice your skating skills or simply enjoy time with family or friends, we’ve got you covered!
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants, sessions have capped attendance. Therefore, we allow walk-ups only if space is available. We highly encourage patrons to register in advance using our DaySmart software system or you may be turned away when you arrive. This is generally more of an issue during winter weekend sessions.
Session Information and Cost
Public Skates
General public skating sessions are typically held on weekends and range from 75 to 105 minutes long (with ice cut), depending on the day and season. These sessions are capped at a maximum of 175 skaters, and skate aids (walkers) are NOT allowed.
Cost: Admission – $9; skate rental – $3. Children ages 4 and under are free
Family Skates
Family Skate sessions allow families with young children and/or beginning skaters to skate in a less-crowded environment. Sessions are either 60 (weekday) or 75 (weekend) minutes long, with no ice cut. Sessions are limited to 65 skaters and skate aids ARE allowed.
Cost: Admission – $10; skate rental – $3. Children ages 4 and under are free.
Weekday Skates
Weekday skating sessions are 60 minutes long and limited to 65 skaters (no ice cut). Skate aids are NOT allowed.
Cost: Admission and skate rental – $6 (no discount for your own skates). Children ages 4 and under are free.
Senior Skates
Senior Skate sessions are for adults age 55 and older and are 60 minutes long (no ice cut). These sessions are limited to 50 skaters and are held Wednesday mornings.
Cost: Admission and skate rental – $5 (no discount for your own skates).
Parent and Tot Skates
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Parent and Tot Skates are 45-minutes long (no ice cut) and are for preschool-age children and their parent or caregiver. Sessions are limited to 50 skaters and skate aids ARE allowed during these sessions.
Cost: Admission and skate rental – $5. All skaters, regardless of age are charged. Helmets are required for children.
Theme Skates and Special Events
Theme Skates are held as the schedule allows and focus around a specific theme. Past themes have included Swiftie Skate, Country Skate, Superhero Skate and more! Four special events are held each year: Spooky Skate (October), Santa Skate (December), Sweetheart Skate (February) and Disco Skate (April).
Check the home page for information on these sessions. These sessions have an expanded capacity of 200+ skaters and skaters are encouraged to dress up! Skate aids are NOT allowed.
Cost: Admission – $12; skate rental – $3. Children ages 4 and under are free.
Registration
- Create an account in our Daysmart Recreation system. You will need to create accounts for anyone you are registering (spouse/children). If you bring different people to skate, you can create a generic account (e.g., John Doe).
- Click on “drop-in events” on the left-hand menu.
- Search for the day/time of your desired session
- Click on the cart to check out.
Online registration for public programs opens one week prior to the start of the month (e.g., registration for December events opens November 24).
Use our DaySmart Recreation System to sign up for drop-in events or view the calendar
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.
