Ice skating is one of the quintessential traditions to mark winter and a perfect way to get in the holiday spirit.
Check out our list below to find a holiday skating event or special public skates in your area!
Victoria
Christmas Break Toonie Skate
- When: Sunday, December 22nd 2:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
- Where: Save on Foods Memorial Centre, 1925 Blanshard Street
- Admission: $2
Winter Break Skate
- When: Tuesday, December 31st, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
- Where: Save on Foods Memorial Centre, 1925 Blanshard Street
- Admission: Regular public skating rates
Oak Bay
Skate with Santa Family Skate
A special public family skating event with prizes, games, face painting, and Santa!
- When: Sunday, December 22nd, 1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
- Where: Oak Bay Recreation Centre, 1975 Bee Street
- Admission: Regular public skating rates
Holiday Skate
Holiday themed public skates that include holiday ice activities, Christmas music, and crafts!
- When: Monday, December 23rd, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 26th, 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Friday, December 27th, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Monday, December 30th, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. - Where: Oak Bay Recreation Centre, 1975 Bee Street
- Admission: Regular public skating rates
West Shore and Sooke
Winter Wonderland Skate
- When: Monday, December 16th, 4:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.
Tuesday, December 17th, 4:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.Wednesday December 18th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. - Where: West Shore Parks and Recreation, 1767 Island Highway
- Admission: Regular public skating admission
$2 Everyone Welcome Holiday Skate
- When: Monday, December 23rd, 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Friday, December 27th, 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Saturday, December 28th, 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Monday, December 30th, 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Thursday, January 2nd, 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Friday, January 3rd, 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. - Where: SEAPARC Leisure Complex, 2168 Phillips Road
- Admission: $2
Christmas Eve Skate at SEAPARC
- When: Tuesday, December 24th, 11:30 a.m -12:45 p.m.
- Where: SEAPARC Leisure Complex, 2168 Phillips Road
- Admission: $2
Christmas Eve Skate at JDF
- When: Tuesday, December 24th, 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
- Where: Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre, 1767 Island Highway
- Admission: $2
NYE Skate at SEAPARC
- When: Tuesday, December 31st, 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
- Where: SEAPARC Leisure Complex, 2168 Phillips Road
- Admission: $2
NYE Skate at JDF
- When: Tuesday, December 31st, 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
- Where: Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre, 1767 Island Highway
- Admission: $2 admission, $2 skate rentals
Sidney
Winter Wonderland Family Carnival
Enjoy a day of skating with Santa, hot chocolate, games, and a performance by the Peninsula Figure Skating Club.
- When: Saturday, December 21st, 11:00am – 3:00 pm
- Where: Panorama Recreation Centre, 1885 Forest Park Drive
- Admission: Regular public skating rates
Winter Wonderland Skate
- When: Sunday, December 22nd, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 29th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. - Where: Panorama Recreation Center, 1885 Forest Park Drive
- Admission: Regular public skating rates
Saanich
Ice Festival
Pearke’s 2nd annual Ice Festival in their Winter Snow Globe on ice!
- When: December 20th to December 26th, see the Ice Festival Facebook Event for various event times.
- Where: G.R Pearkes Recreation Centre, 3100 Tillicum Road
- Admission: Regular public skating rates
Skate at Butchart Gardens
- When: Everyday of the Christmas season, based on availability. Skate times run every hour, for forty minutes. Book your skating time prior by reserving at the Information Centre.
- Where: Butchart Gardens, 800 Benvenuto Avenue
- Admission : Adult: $5.00 + tax
Youth: $4.00 + tax
Child: $3.00 + tax
Skate Rental: $3.00 + tax
