Ice Skating

The Skating Rink is now open for the 2024/2025 season.

Take a spin on your ice skates at Canada's highest outdoor skating rink, surrounded by the breathtaking view of snow-covered trees and picturesque mountains. Whether you are looking for leisurely ice skating with family and friends, or a friendly pickup hockey game with the locals, this world-class rink is for you.

Please be advised that no pedestrians are permitted on the rink. All guests must have skates. 
 

Operating Dates & Times

Regular Season
Open daily 11:00am - 8:30pm 

Hours and dates of operation are subject to change based on weather and conditions.

Happy Valley Rental Shop Hours of Operation
Open daily 12:30pm - 8:30pm (last skates rental at 8:10pm)

 

2024/25 Ice Skating Rentals

  Cost
Skating FREE
Skate Rental $14
Hockey Stick Rental $6
Helmet Rental $6
Souvenir Puck $7.95

All skate/stick/helmet rentals are one day only and must be returned by 8:30pm at the latest. We currently do not have multi day rentals.
Prices do not include tax and are subject to change without notice.
A waiver needs to be signed by all persons wanting to rent skates, sticks or helmets. If you are 16 and under a Parent or Legal Guardian who is 16+ and over need to sign a waiver for you before you can rent skates.

 

Helpful Information

  • All participants must be wearing skates to enter the rink.
  • Slap shots and raising the puck are not permitted.
  • Helmets recommended.
  • Strollers and wheelchairs are not permitted on the rink. 
  • All participants must follow the attendant's instructions. Unsafe conduct will result in the removal of your ticket without a refund.


Quick Tips

  • Be prepared for varying weather conditions and temperatures.
  • Wear warm winter clothing
  • Please be advised, that the rink can be closed at various times throughout the season depending on weather conditions


How to Get There

  • From the Village Centre - take Lara's Gondola to Happy Valley, turn right in front of Happy Valley Day Lodge for entrance to the skating rink
  • By Vehicle - Park in the Happy Valley Parking Lot, proceed to the skating rink


Facilities

  • Olympic-sized ice surface. 
  • Hot snacks/beverages available for purchase in the Happy Valley Day Lodge
  • Heated Washroom facilities in the Happy Valley Day Lodge.
  • Fully lit for night skating.
  • Bonfire daily after 3pm to warm up around.
  • Ice buddies to assist beginner skaters.

 

Contact Us:

Direct: 250-491-6111
 

 

 

 
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