Public skating

Indoor and outdoor public skating is closed for the season. We look forward to seeing you again in late fall 2026!

Public skate information

Fees

Skating rates for Memorial, Rutland & MNP Place Arenas

Admission Rates
General admission	$5.00
Preschool (5Y and under)	Free
Children (6Y-13Y)	$4.25
Seniors (65+)	$4.25
Parent & tot skate	$3.00
Family skate pass (up to 5 persons)	$13.50
Punch Card (10 visits)	$39.00
Punch Card (20 visits)	$74.00

Taxes are included in all above prices. Prices are in effect as of September 1, 2025.

Punch Cards are non-refundable and valid for two years from date of purchase.

Please note: only general admission rates are available when booking a timeslot for skating online. To pay alternative rates for skating (children’s fee, or preschool fee) please call 250-469-8800 in advance and we'll be happy to assist you. Drop-in payments (cash only) will also be accepted on-site. Those booking online are required to bring a copy of their receipt (digital or paper) for admission.

Skate rentals

Rutland Arena skate rental fees

Skate rental	$5
Skate sharpening	$7
Skate bar	$2
Helmet	$3

For further inquiries about skate rentals at Rutland Arena, please call 250-451-9676 .

MNP Place skate rental fees

Adult skates	$5
Kids skates	$4

Public skate etiquette

Please arrive no earlier than 10 minutes prior to skate time
Circular skating only
Skates are required on the ice
Boots are not permitted on the ice
Helmets are strongly recommended
No food or drinks on ice
Aggressive skating is not permitted
Playing games (e.g., tag) is not permitted
Hockey sticks and pucks are not permitted
Carrying infants and children is not permitted while on the ice
Strollers are permitted, however helmets are required for both the patron pushing the stroller and the child in the stroller
Sleds and chairs are not permitted on the ice
Wheelchairs are permitted, however helmets are required for both the person in the wheelchair and the person pushing. Those pushing wheelchairs must have skates
Children using a push bar/EZ bar are required to wear a helmet
Skating backwards is only permitted in designated areas and is to be determined by skate patrol staff
Sitting in player’s benches and in penalty boxes is not permitted
Sitting on benches during ice cleaning is not permitted

FAQs

How do I register for public skate?

Public skating registration can be done in advance online (during skating season).

Where can I find the skate schedule?

The skate schedule can be found at the top of this webpage during public skate season.

Can I register for an entire season?

You can register for an entire weekly skating season instead of paying a drop-in fee each time. Alternatively, you can register online for single sessions or pay by drop-in. Registration for the whole season is available for the following skate types:

Senior Skates
Parent & Tot skates

Please call 250-469-8800 for more information or to register.

Are there skate rentals available?

During public skate season, skate rentals are available at both Rutland Arena and MNP Place. There are no skate rentals available at Memorial Arena.

For Rutland Arena skate rental inquiries, call 866-313-5071.
For MNP Place skate rental inquiries, call 250-764-6288.

Please note that helmets are not available at MNP Place. Skate patrol is on-site at Memorial Arena.

Are push bars/EZ bars available?

Yes, there is limited availability of push bars/EZ bars on site to assist children and new skaters.

Cancelled public skate dates

There are currently no cancelled public skate dates.

Free public skate events

There are currently no upcoming free public skate dates.

Indoor skating rink locations:

MNP Place: 4105 Gordon Drive
Rutland Arena: 645 Dodd Road
Memorial Arena: 425 Doyle Avenue

Participant Code of Conduct

Our Active Living & Culture department operates environments that prioritize the health, safety and well-being of people attending its facilities and programs. Everyone at City-operated facilities has the right to be treated with courtesy and respect, and behave in a manner that is respectful and courteous and doesn’t disrupt the spirit of all participants, volunteers and staff or the operation of the facilities in any way. In general, behaviours must not discriminate, abuse, demoralize or otherwise negatively affect others or their enjoyment of the facility.