Skating

Public Skating

Public Skating is available all winter long at the Bobby Orr Community Centre (BOCC). The ice pad is 185' x 85' and has 8 fully accessible change rooms.

All patrons who participate in ice skating programs must respect the following rules:

Respect staff at all times.
Children under the age of 12 MUST be accompanied by an adult.
CSA approved helmets are strongly recommended for all skaters.
All participants must be wearing skates while on the ice surface.
Skate at a sensible, safe speed, in the same direction as other skaters.
No food or drink on the ice surface.
No sticks, pucks, balls, chairs, pylons, strollers or any other item which might interfere with the safety of any skater on the ice surface.
No horseplay or games.
No skating backwards or figure skating maneuvers.
No headsets, cellphones or handheld electronic devices are to be used while skating.
No carrying of children is permitted
No sitting on the boards.

The BOCC also offers Public Skating Programs such as Adult Skate. For times and fees, please see the schedule below.

FREE Holiday Skate

Glide through the holidays at Bobby Orr Community Centre: Join us for free skating sessions:

December 21: 1pm-2pm (Sponsored by Kingston Electric)
December 27: 10am-11am
December 28: 12pm-2pm
December 29: 12pm-2pm
December 30: 2pm-3pm
January 02: 5pm-7pm
January 04: 1pm-2pm (Sponsored by Kingston Electric)

**Please note: Children under 12 MUST be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday Public Skate Schedule

Saturday Public Skates from 1-2pm are returning for the 2024-2025 season.

Enjoy free public skating sessions at the Bobby Orr Community Centre! Lace up your skates this fall and winter, and glide with family and friends in our friendly, fun-filled environment.

Please note: public skate will be cancelled for Tournaments and Special Events. Visit our events calendar here for more information about Saturday Public Skates

Adult Skating Schedule

Escape daily stresses and glide into relaxation with our Adult-Only Drop-In Skating Program at the Bobby Orr Community Centre! Enjoy a serene, child-free skating session, perfect for unwinding and rediscovering the joy of skating in a welcoming environment.

When: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesday & Thursdays from 12pm-1pm

Cost: Participants encouraged to purchase a Drop-In Pass (click here for details), Cost without a Drop-In Pass: $3.00 per person (cash only)

Parent and Tot Skating

Put on your skates and join us for a heartwarming Parent & Tot Drop-In Skating Program at the Bobby Orr Community Centre! Enjoy a fun-filled morning of bonding, learning, and laughter on the ice, perfect for building confidence and creating unforgettable memories together.

When: Mondays from 9am-10am

Cost: Participants encouraged to purchase a Drop-In Pass (click here for details), Cost without a Drop-In Pass: $3.00 per adult (cash only)

Homeschool Skating

Calling all homeschool families! Join us for our Homeschool Skate Drop-In Program at the Bobby Orr Community Centre, where learning meets fun on the ice! A fantastic opportunity for homeschoolers to stay active, socialize, and sharpen their skating skills in a friendly and safe environment.

When: Thursdays from 1pm-2pm

Cost: Participants encouraged to purchase a Drop-In Pass (click here for details), Cost without a Drop-In Pass: $3.00 per adult (cash only)

Kinsmen Park Outdoor Rink

Kinsmen Skating Schedule

Monday - Friday

Time	Activity
3 - 7:30 PM	Skating
7:30 - 10 PM	Hockey

Weekends and Holidays

Time	Activity
8 AM - 2 PM	Skating
2 - 6 PM	Hockey
6 - 8 PM	Skating
8 - 10 PM	Hockey

For more information on Kinsmen Park Rink, including open status and facility rules, visit our Outdoor Rinks page.

Address

110 Parry Sound Drive, Parry Sound, ON, P2A 2W7

Map Location of Kinsmen Park

Town of Parry Sound
52 Seguin Street
Parry Sound, ON P2A 1B4
T. (705) 746-2101
F. (705) 746-7461

Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM ET
Closed on statutory holidays