- Children are required to wear a C.S.A. approved helmet
- It is recommended that adults also wear a C.S.A. approved helmet while on the ice
- Use of personal sledges is permitted
- No horseplay
- Not permitted on the ice:
- Strollers
- Carriages
- Chairs
- Pylons
- Hockey sticks and pucks
Arenas and Public Skating
Enjoy time on the ice with options for all ages and skill levels. Public skating and shinny are offered on a convenient drop-in basis, providing a flexible and welcoming way to stay active, build skills, and connect with the community.
Public Skating and Drop-In Hockey
View drop-in programs such as:
- Public Skating
- Adult Skate
- Senior Skate
- Homeschool Skate
- Adult Pickup Hockey
- Women's Pickup Hockey
- 50+ Pickup Hockey
- 60+ Pickup Hockey
- Ticket Ice
- Power Skating
Opening Conditions
- Outdoor rinks open based on weather conditions. A solid base requires packed, moisture-rich snow followed by at least one week of consistent cold temperatures (-10°C or below). Staff monitor conditions closely and begin flooding when appropriate.
Maintenance
- Rinks are maintained daily, weather permitting. After snowfall, staff clear and flood surfaces starting at 7:00 a.m. This process may take up to five hours depending on conditions.
General Information & Rules
- Rinks are open seasonally, free to use, and dependent on weather
- Hockey is not permitted when pleasure skating is taking place
- Helmet use is strongly recommended
- For questions, contact 705-326-4585
Rink Conditions & Closures
- Do not use rinks when marked closed to prevent damage
- Conditions are updated as changes occur (Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm)
- Updates may not be posted daily if there are no changes
- Rink sizes are approximate
Outdoor Ice Rinks
Enjoy winter in Orillia with free outdoor skating rinks located throughout the city. Whether you're looking for a casual skate or time outdoors with family and friends, our rinks offer a simple and accessible way to stay active all season long, weather permitting.
Rinks Information and Maintenance
General Information
- Outdoor rinks are available across the city and are free to use
- Rinks are open seasonally, depending on weather
- Hockey is not permitted when pleasure skating is taking place
- Helmet use is strongly recommended
- For questions, contact 705-326-4585
Conditions
- Outdoor rinks open based on weather conditions. A solid base requires packed, moisture-rich snow followed by at least one week of consistent cold temperatures (-10°C or below). Staff monitor conditions closely and begin flooding when appropriate.
- Do not use rinks when marked closed to prevent damage
- Conditions are updated as changes occur (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.)
- Updates may not be posted daily if there are no changes
Maintenance
- Rinks are maintained daily, weather permitting. After snowfall, staff clear and flood surfaces starting at 7am. This process may take up to five hours depending on conditions.
Lighting
- Hillcrest Park rink features user-activated lighting (button located on the post near the white container), which turns off between 10pmg to 11pm. Other rinks have general park lighting only.
Curling Pads
Located at J.B. Tudhope Memorial Park, the Barnfield Point Recreation Centre is home to the Orillia Curling Club and features six sheets of ice that are active throughout the winter season.
Amenities:
- Six sheets of curling ice
- Change rooms with lockers
- Bayside Restaurant
Contact Us
Orillia Recreation Centre
255 West St S.
Orillia ON L3V 5G9
Contact: 705-325-4386
Email: recreation@orillia.ca
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