Outdoor skating rink set to open

It’s almost December, and that means the outdoor skating season is close at hand.

The City of Kelowna says the ice rink at Stuart Park will open Friday, Dec. 1.

“Residents can enjoy outdoor skating on the rink daily through late February, weather permitting,” a city news release stated.

The rink opens at 11:30 a.m. on Dec. 1, but will be open from 6 a.m.–11 p.m. daily for the rest of the season (closed for maintenance Mondays from 6 a.m.–8 a.m.).

“The arrival of cooler weather ushers in the return of a beloved winter activity at Stuart Park,” Steve Hebden, Recreation Facility Operations Supervisor, said. “Crews are working on getting the ice prepared, and we can’t wait to welcome our community back to the rink over the coming weeks.”

A still-image live cam is available at kelowna.ca/stuartpark so residents can check ice conditions or see if the rink is closed for weather-related maintenance before they head to the rink.

Skates will be available to rent on-site from 11 a.m.–8 p.m. daily throughout the skating season, except for December 25, when the rental shop will be closed for the day. Visitors are reminded that equipment rentals are cash only, and weather permitting.

Drop in public skating is also available indoors at Capital News Centre, Memorial Arena and Rutland Arena. Visit kelowna.ca/skating for rates and more information.

Learn more about the Stuart Park outdoor rink or view the live cam at kelowna.ca/stuartpark.