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Public Skating: Advance Online Registration Required for All Sessions


Public Skating: Advance Online Registration Required for All Sessions


Public Skating: Advance Online Registration Required for All Sessions

Public Skate (also known as "Open Skate" or "Free Skate") is held as noted on the calendar below. 

If a date does not show a session time listed public skate is NOT offered that day.

Effective October 2021, Public Skate sessions when scheduled will be held on Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons. Special sessions are also planned for  select holidays and throughout the year on weekday afternoons during school breaks.

Due to hockey tournaments, skating competitions and special events the public skate schedule varies monthly.   Please review the public skate calendar for dates and times. 

ALL PUBLIC SKATES REQUIRE ONLINE ADVANCE REGISTRATION: NO WALK-UPS.

Additional information including admission prices, rental skate and other fees is listed below.

The Ice Den strongly recommends checking the Public Skate Schedule for the most up to date information.


When sessions are scheduled public skate registration will open at 12:00 p.m. two days prior to posted session and will close when capacity is reached or one (1) hour prior to the session, whichever occurs first.   No walk-ups will be permitted day of.

PUBLIC SKATE REGISTRATION

DAY OF SESSION REGISTRATION OPENS
Sunday Friday
Monday Saturday
Tuesday Sunday
Wednesday Monday
Thursday Tuesday
Friday Wednesday
Saturday Thursday

Ice Den Public Skate Info

For general rink information, amenities and answers to FAQs. Click below:


REGISTRATION WINDOW

Schedules are published monthly (around the 15th of the month) and ALL SESSIONS require ADVANCE online registration/reservations.

Registration will open at 12:00 p.m. two (2) days prior to posted session and will close when capacity is reached, or one (1) hour prior to the session, whichever occurs first.  No walk-ups will be permitted day of.

Thank you for your cooperation & understanding,
Ice Den Management


NO GROUP DISCOUNTS

Due to the limited number of public sessions, combined with public interest, group discounts/bookings are not offered.

Individuals must register to attend and participate at a public skate sesssion in advance of session selling out. No walk-ups.



COOL SKATING FUN FOR EVERYONE!

Ice Den Public Skating is an activity that combines fitness and fun for skaters of all ages and abilities.  With public skate sessions held each weekend, as well as special event sessions throughout the year and our annual Holiday Skates, there is always time to lace up your skates and hit the ice!

  • Public Skate Sessions are 2-hours in length unless otherwise noted.
  • Please review the Public Skate calendar for upcoming sessions.

ONLINE ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Below please find additional information to help you plan and prepare for an Ice Den Public Skate:

ADMISSION
Effective October 2021, public skate sessions will have limited capacity and reservations must be made ONLINE IN ADVANCE prior to arrival at the Ice Den.  Skaters will check-in at the Administration Desk located inside the Ice Den lobby to pick-up an admission ticket/pass to present at skate rental. The passes are adhesive stickers that state the specific date/time of each session.  Similar to ski lift tickets, the passes can be directly applied to clothing, however we advise you to NOT apply directly to leather, suede or other sensitive materials.  Metal ‘ticket wickets’ are available at the Administration Desk and can be used to affix the pass to a jacket zipper or belt loop.  Each skater must have a pass for the current session and it must be worn and visible at all times during the session.

Please Note:
The average temperature inside the rink is 56 degrees. The Ice Den encourages skaters and spectators to dress accordingly for warmth and safety. Helmets, socks, mitts/gloves and other equipment is recommended. Hockey sticks and pucks will not be permitted on the ice during public skating sessions.


ICE DEN PUBLIC SKATE

Ice Den public skate sessions are 2-hours in length, unless otherwise posted with a 20-minute intermission. Dates and times are subject to change - please review the current published calendar.  Skate trainers are available to rent for a fee and can be used at these family friendly sessions.

Admission Includes:

  • 2-hour public skate session
  • Family & kid-friendly music
  • Standard lighting
  • 20-minute intermission
  • Admission for all ages is $14 per skater including skate rental. Unless posted otherwise.
  • Space is limited. Online advance registration/reservations required.

PUBLIC SKATE ADMISSION PRICES

AGE PRICE AS POSTED ON CALENDAR SKATE RENTAL INFO
Public Skate All Ages $14 per skater All sessions includes rental skates if needed.
Summer Public Skate All Ages $10 per skater June 1 - August 4 All sessions includes rental skates if needed.
Fall Break Public Skate All Ages $10 per skater October 1 - October 12 All sessions includes rental skates if needed.

Rental Fees

ITEM COST NOTES
Skate Trainer $5 First-Come. First-Served Basis. Wristband purchased at Admin.
Locker $0.75 (Takes Quarters) Based on Availability. One-Time In/Out Access.

RENTAL SKATES

Over 800 pairs of ice hockey and figure skates are available to rent for your skating pleasure. Skate sizes range from Toddler size 6 through Adult size 15. Skates are not available in half sizes, if between sizes it is recommended to size down. Please note, due to skater volume on highly attended sessions, skate sizes are not guaranteed to be available. All skaters are encouraged to arrive early to ensure proper skate size availability. 

Skate rental opens 30 minutes prior to posted session start-time.


SKATE TRAINERS

To assist some of our younger and beginner skaters, the Ice Den provides a limited number of skate trainers for public skating sessions*.  The fee to rent a Skate Trainer is $5 payable at the Administration Desk.  The skater will receive a wristband to show a member of the Guest Services staff identified by bright yellow uniforms to retrieve the trainer.

Children using a trainer must be accompanied by an adult skater.

For safety reasons, only the weight of the child should be placed on the trainer. Adults should only assist the child and avoiding putting their weight on the trainer. While using the trainer, please demonstrate proper use, common sense, and courtesy to all patrons.  Misuse of a skate trainer will result in loss of privilege.

*Skate trainers are available on a first-come, first-served basis. 


PRIOR TO PUBLIC SKATING

Please remember to first-check in at Admin Desk to pick up your admission pass prior to skate rental.  All skaters must have your admission pass clearly visible at all times as the Guest Service Representatives will be checking for proper identification. Regardless of your skill level, there are elements of risk in ice skating. Please familiarize yourself with the posted Skater’s Responsibility Code and the language on your admission ticket. To ensure an enjoyable experience for every skater on the ice, it is important to remember to use common sense, show courtesy to others and be aware of unsafe conditions.  If at any time you need assistance, please ask one of our Guest Service Representatives identified in bright yellow uniforms.

Public Skate FAQs

Like many businesses the Ice Dens are understaffed as we navigate ongoing labor and supply chain disruptions.  As a result our public skate sessions have been modified.  Our team is short-handed, please be kind and respectful to the staff who are working the event for your entertainment and follow staff instructions, posted signs and policies. 

Please be advised that until further notice:

  • Mask use is optional for all skaters, coaches and spectators.
  • Any individuals who are currently sick, recently sick, symptomatic, or high-risk/vulnerable to illness should not come to the rink.
  • Limit time in the building before and after scheduled ice time. Loitering will not be permitted.
  • Unapproved activities/parties/events will not be permitted in the lobby.
  • Zamboni rides are not available.
  • No strollers allowed on the ice.
  • Birthday parties are not offered.  For information on private ice rentals please email the Admin & Events Team.
  • Group & program discounts are unavailable.
  • Outside food & beverage is prohibitied.
  • Hockey sticks & pucks are not permitted on public skate sessions.
  • Private lessons are not offered on public skate sessions.  Click here for Private Lesson Information.
  • All Ice Den Public Skate Free Admission Passes expired 7/31/22 and are no longer accepted.
  • Effective March 2020: Pogo Passes are no longer accepted.
  • The Ice Dens do not offer "cash back purchases" at our point of sale registers please bring quarters or small bills to make change.  An ATM is on-site if needed.
  • NO REFUNDS/CANCELLATIONS will be honored/awarded.

Advanced Skaters

Customer safety is a priority at the Ice Den. To ensure the public skating sessions as safe as possible for all participants, we prohibit jumps and spins during these sessions.  Advanced skaters wanting to practice jumps, spins, leg lifts and any other advanced skating techniques are encouraged to attend the 20-30 weekly freestyle skating sessions that are offered to practice these maneuvers.


CHILLY BEAN CAFÉ

Chilly Bean

The Chilly Bean Café is open during all public skating sessions and offers a wide-variety of snacks and beverages to enjoy!