Skate for free at some City of Calgary Arenas on Family Day! The following arenas will be offering free skating from 1 to 2:15 PM on February 17, 2025. Bring your own skates and helmets!

  • Ernie Starr Arena (SE)
  • Frank McCool Arena SE)
  • Murray Copot Arena (NW)
  • Optimist/George Blundun Arenas (SW)
  • Shouldice Arena (NW)

Plus, FREE holiday swims are back with the City of Calgary. These are very popular and you are asked only to attend one time slot, from 1 – 2:30 PM or 3 – 4:30 PM. Weight rooms will also be open during these times. Head to the following pools.

  • Acadia Aquatic & Fitness Centre (SE)
  • Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre (SE)
  • Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre (NW)

Free Family Day Skate or Swim:

Date: February 17, 2025
Time: Skate, 1 – 2:15 PM; Swim, 1 – 2:30 PM or 3 – 4:30 PM
Venue: Select City of Calgary Arenas and Pools
Website: www.calgary.cawww.calgary.ca/parks-rec-programs/free