Important Notice
Temporary Disruption at the Olympic Oval
Please note the Olympic Oval will be reduced to 10% operating capacity between Dec. 9 - 16, 2024.
Notice of Temporary Service Reduction at the Olympic Oval
Due to urgent repairs required for critical components of our refrigeration plant, ice availability at the Olympic Oval will be significantly reduced to 10% following the Skate with Santa event at 5 p.m. on Dec. 8. These essential repairs are necessary to maintain the safety, quality, and long-term operation of our facility.
Service Impacts (Dec. 9 - 16):
- Public Skating: Unavailable
- Evening Recreational & High-Performance Running: Unavailable
- Recreational Running: Available weekdays from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work diligently to restore full service by Dec. 17. Please check our schedule for updates on skating and running availability.
Contact Us:
📧 Email: oval@ucalgary.ca
📞 Phone: 403-220-7954
Thank you for your continued support.
Hours and Contact
Olympic Oval hours change seasonly. Be sure to visit our website or contact us for more information.
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Feature Events and Competitions
Dec. 8, 2024
Skate with Santa
Public Skating Event
Dec. 8, 2024
Jan. 2, 2025
Grand Prix / Canada Cup One
Long Track Competition
Jan. 2 - 5, 2025
Jan. 11, 2025
Alberta Open
Long Track Competition
Jan. 11 - 12, 2025
Jan. 13, 2025
Blue Monday Skate
Public Skating Event
Jan. 13, 2025
Jan. 24, 2025
ISU Long Track World Cup Speed Skating No. 3
Long Track Competition
Jan. 24-26, 2025
Feb. 1, 2025
RU Fast
Short Track Competition
Feb. 1 - 2, 2025
Feb. 7, 2025
Winter Classic
Long Track Competition
Feb. 7 - 9, 2025
Feb. 15, 2025
Skate-Tec WEC Three
Short Track Competition
Feb. 15 - 16, 2025
Feb. 17, 2025
Family Day Skate
Public Skating Event
Feb. 17, 2025
Feb. 27, 2025
World Jr. Short Track Championships
Short Track Competition
Feb. 27 - Mar. 02, 2025
March 8, 2025
Speed Skating Alberta Championships
Long Track Competition
Mar. 8 - 9, 2025
March 14, 2025
Canada Cup Final
Long Track Competition
Mar. 14 - 16, 2025
March 20, 2025
Oval Finale
Long Track Competition
Mar. 20 - 23, 2025
March 24, 2025
Ice-Out
Mar. 24, 2025
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