Skating
Name Change: Please note, the West Ice Pad at Tom Graham Arena is being renamed the "Richmond Hill Honda Rink". It will appear as the new name for any programs at that location.
Skating Programs
We have a variety of registered skating programs for all levels and ages. Visit the Skating Programs page to learn more.
Indoor Recreational Public Skating
Recreational skating is a great way to exercise while having fun! These skates are open to participants of all ages.
- Tickets must be purchased in person at the arena customer service desk.
- Ticket sales start 30 minutes before the scheduled start time on a first-come, first-served basis.
- All arenas are subject to a maximum capacity.
Public Skating Schedule - valid until March 31, 2025
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Exclusion Dates: January 31, February 2 |
View the Shinny Schedule.
All programs are subject to a 10-minute ice resurfacing.
FREE Public Skating
Join us for a FREE skate, thanks to the support of our generous community sponsor Desjardins Insurance.
| Friday, December 27 | Monday, December 30 | Thursday, January 2 | Friday, January 3 | Thursday, January 23 | |
| Ed Sackfield Arena | 4:45 - 5:45 p.m. 5:45 - 6:45 p.m. |
4:45 - 5:45 p.m. 5:45 - 6:45 p.m. |
4:45 - 5:45 p.m. 5:45 - 6:45 p.m. |
5:15 - 6:15 p.m. |
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| Elvis Stojko Arena | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. |
Spaces are limited. Participants will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until maximum capacity is reached.
Thank you to our FREE Skate Sponsor:
| Public Skating Guidelines |
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Things you need to know before public skating:
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Recreational Skating Fees
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Admission Fees |
Single |
10 Visit Passes |
Skate Membership |
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Adult |
$5.80 |
$52.10 |
$116.71 |
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Child |
$3.50 |
$31.20 |
$63.94 |
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Senior |
$4.05 |
$36.45 |
$81.70 |
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Group* |
$14.05 |
$126.55 |
$263.95 |
* Group admission is limited to a maximum of five patrons. Groups must have a minimum of one adult/senior up to a maximum of two adults/seniors.
Please Note:
- Skate rental or skate sharpening services are not available at Richmond Hill facilities and arenas.
- Skate Memberships are valid from September through March and do not include Shinny admission.
10 Visit Drop-In Passes
NEW - you can now purchase 10 Visit Passes online and add them to your current membership card and use them right away. Load as many 10-visit passes on to your card as you like - they will never expire or lose value!
Adding them to your card is easy! All you need to do is sign into ActiveRH, add the passes to your account, and purchase. Drop-in passes will automatically be added to your membership. View our tutorial for how to add passes to your account.
Rules
Skaters must follow our Recreational Skating Rules to make sure that everyone enjoys their time on the ice.
| List of rules |
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Sensory Friendly Skating*
Children and youth with disabilities and developmental needs and their families can enjoy an open skate with fewer people and a quieter environment. All abilities are welcome! There will also be sledges available to try. CSA approved ice hockey helmets are mandatory for all participants.
Ed Sackfield Arena
Dates: Saturday, November 9, Saturday, December 7, Saturday, February 22
Time: 2:45 - 3:45 p.m.
*Regular admission fees apply, accompanying adults or support persons skate free of charge.
Skating Programs
We have a variety of registered skating programs for all levels and ages. Visit the Skating Programs page to learn more.
Ice rentals
You can rent Richmond Hill arenas for birthday parties, skating parties or hockey games.
Find out more about ice rentals.
Outdoor skating
Richmond Hill has natural spaces where you can enjoy outdoor skating in the winter. Visit the Outdoor Skating page to learn more.