GUELPH, ONTARIO

Public skating in Guelph

Reviewed October 3, 2026 · Guelph Hockey

The city runs public, family, adult and sensory-friendly skates at two arenas from September to late March. Pick the session type first, then the arena.

Check the live schedule

See the city skating and shinny schedule. You need to pre-register; the city takes registrations up to 23 hours before a session, online, in person or at 519-837-5699.

Which skate is which?

Session	Who it is for	Good to know
Public Skate	All ages	Children 9 and under need a parent or guardian aged 12 or older with them.
Family Skate	Families with children 8 and under	Skate aids, wheelchairs and sledges are allowed. Bring your own skate aid; the city does not provide them.
Adult/Senior Skate	Adults and seniors	A quieter session without children on the ice.
Sensory-Friendly Skate	Anyone who wants a calmer rink	Dimmed lighting, no music and smaller groups. Skate aids, wheelchairs and sledges are welcome.

Skating times this season

West End Community Centre, 21 Imperial Road South

Session	Day	Time
Public Skate	Wednesday	2:30–3:45 p.m.
Public Skate	Friday	7:30–8:45 p.m.
Public Skate	Saturday	12–1:15 p.m.
Family Skate	Monday	10:15–11:35 a.m.
Family Skate	Tuesday	11–11:50 a.m.
Adult/Senior Skate	Sunday	11 a.m.–12:20 p.m.

Victoria Road Recreation Centre, 151 Victoria Road North

Session	Day	Time
Public Skate	Thursday	4:30–5:45 p.m.
Public Skate	Saturday	2:30–3:45 p.m.
Family Skate	Monday	11 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Family Skate	Wednesday	10–11:20 a.m.
Family Skate	Saturday	3–4:20 p.m.
Adult/Senior Skate	Sunday	11:30 a.m.–12:50 p.m.
Adult/Senior Skate	Tuesday	11–11:50 a.m.
Sensory-Friendly Skate	Monday	12–12:50 p.m.
Sensory-Friendly Skate	Friday	12:30–1:50 p.m.

Times copied from the city’s fall/winter 2026 schedule (PDF) on October 3, 2026. The city says the schedule is subject to change, so check the live city listing before you go.

West End’s season runs September 14 to March 27. Victoria Road’s runs September 18 to March 27.

Rules that catch people out

Bring your own skates. The city does not rent them.
No sticks or pucks. They are only allowed at shinny sessions.
No strollers on the ice.
Helmets are recommended for everyone and mandatory for sledge users.
Skate aids are only allowed at Family and Sensory-Friendly skates.

The city’s pages do not list the admission price. You will see it when you book.

Other places to skate

University of Guelph. The Gryphon Centre Arena runs Rec Skating from September to April. Community members need a day pass or recreation membership. Skate rentals are $10 when the equipment desk is open. Details are on the university skating and hockey page.

Market Square. The city runs an outdoor rink in front of City Hall at 1 Carden Street in winter. Check the city’s Market Square page for whether the ice is open.

For addresses and parking, see Guelph rinks.