Recreational Public Skating

Recreational Public Skating

⛸️ Hit the ice on The Fastest Ice in the World™.
🎟️ Whether it's your first visit or your hundredth, we can't wait to welcome you back.
 

Find out about all our major PUBLIC SKATING EVENTS for the season.

Jayman BUILT

Jayman Built Monday Night Toonie Skate 💰

Join us every Monday starting September 14, 2026, for the Jayman BUILT Monday Night Toonie Skate!

📅 Mondays: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
💰 Admission: $2.00

Enjoy an evening on The Fastest Ice in the World™ for just $2.
Bring your friends and family.

Where great Mondays are BUILT—one lap at a time.


Frozen Frights

🎃👻 Frozen Frights — Halloween on Ice ⛸️🦇

Get ready for a spook-tacular afternoon on The Spookiest Ice in the World!!

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏱️ 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
💰$7.25 Adults | $5.00 Youth/Senior

Pull on your favourite costume, gather your little ghosts, goblins, superheroes, and witches, and join us for a frightfully fun family skate. Whether you're carving up the ice or just trying not to have a meltdown, there's fun waiting around every corner.

🎃  Planning to skate in costume? 🎃
Please leave sequins, glitter and props at home to help keep the ice safe for everyone. Helmets are required for all skaters—even witches and werewolves!
🍬 Sweet treats and family fun
⛸️ No tricks—just plenty of treats on the ice!

It's going to be fang-tastic from the first lap to the last.


United Way

United Way Skate at the Olympic Oval

Take a break, lace up and join us for the United Way Skate on The Fastest Ice in the World™! ⛸️

📅 Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
⏱️ 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
💰$7.25 Adults | $5.00 Youth/Senior
*ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE UNITED WAY OF CALGARY

Bring your friends, family or colleagues for a skate in support of United Way. Whether you’re finding your footing or flying around the track, everyone is welcome.

A good cause. A few laps. A great way to spend your Friday.


Skate with Santa

🎅 SKATE WITH SANTA 🎄

Presented by UCalgary Alumni | The Olympic Oval | Hunter Hub for Entrepreneurial Thinking

Get ready for a holly-jolly afternoon on The Fastest Ice in the World™! ⛸️✨

📅 Saturday, December 5, 2026
⏱️ 12 Noon - 5:00 p.m.
💰 $10.00
🆓 UCalgary Alumni FREE

Are you a vendor? Sign up your table today.

Santa is coming to the Olympic Oval—and he’s bringing a whole lot of holiday cheer with him!

⛸️ Skate on The Fastest Ice in the World™
🎅 Visit with Santa
🛍️ Explore 70+ Holiday Market vendors
📸 Strike a pose at the photo booths
🎨 Get festive with face painting
🍪 Enjoy holiday treats and refreshments

Whether you're coming to skate, shop, snack, or tell Santa you've been mostly good this year, there’s something for the whole family.

80+ vendors. Treats. Santa. And a whole lot of ice.

Consider this your official invitation to get into the holiday spirit. 🎄❄️


Public Skating FAQ

Public Skating Questions? We’ve Got You.
From admission to rentals, dress code to ice times—our Public Skating FAQ has all the answers to help you glide in with confidence.

Yes! For your safety, helmets are mandatory for all skaters. A bike or ski helmet with a chin strap works perfectly—no need for anything fancy, just secure and snug!

There’s no minimum age—everyone’s welcome! Just remember, all skaters must wear skates on the ice, and little ones should be supervised by an adult at all times.

To keep the ice safe and smooth for everyone, we schedule regular maintenance (a.k.a. floods!). Don’t worry—we’ll post and announce flood times so you know when to take a break.

Yes! Personal skate aids are welcome on the ice. If it helps you (or your little one) stay upright and smiling, bring it along!

Yes! Strollers are welcome, but children must be securely strapped in and wearing a helmet. Our friendly Ice Patrol team will assist with Stroller Crossing to ensure a safe experience. Please note: stroller wheels may need to be cleaned before entering the ice, especially during the winter months.

For everyone’s safety, carrying children on the ice isn’t allowed. We want your little ones to enjoy the ice safely—strollers or skate aids are a great option!

For safety reasons, only those wearing skates are allowed on the ice. If you're not skating, feel free to cheer from the sidelines—we love a good audience! 🎉

To keep things safe and fun for everyone, sticks, pucks, and ringette rings aren’t allowed during Public Skating. It’s all about smooth gliding, not slap shots!

Absolutely! Figure skates are welcome. Just keep in mind that jumps and spins aren’t permitted during Public Skating—our goal is a safe and smooth experience for everyone.

Absolutely! Wheelchairs are welcome and can access the ice via our accessible entrance. All participants must wear a helmet while on the ice. Our staff will assist with cleaning the wheels to ensure they’re ready for a safe glide.

More Information

Public Skating Schedule

Find out what times the Olympic Oval is open for recreational public skating.

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Refund Policy

Please note the Olympic Oval's policies for membership and drop-in refunds. 

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Waiver

Waiver of liability and assumption of risk.

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Monday Night Toonie Skate

Join us for the Monday Night Toonie Skate.

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Public Ice Skating

Admission

Adult (18-54)

$7.25

Family (2 Adults + Children under 18)

$19.25

Youth/Senior (6-17 and 55+)

$5.00

Special Needs (with assistant)

$5.25

Child/Pre-School (0-5)

$0.00

Noon Staff/Faculty Pass

$49.50

Equipment Rental

Equipment Rental

Hockey and Speed Skate Rentals (includes free helmet rental)

$7.75

Helmet Rental Only

$2.50

Public Ice Skating (Group)

Admission (per person)

Group Rate Youth/Senior (15 or more people ages 6-17 and 55+ years)

$4.00

Group Rate Adult (15 or more people ages 18-54 years)

$6.25

Season Pass Skate & Run with Parking

Pricing

Adult (18-54)

$217.25

Youth/Senior

$199.75

Family

$341.00

I love skating at the Oval. It's a great workout and I have lots of fun with my family.

Jenn Bogaart

Jenn Bogaart

Skater