Ice and Skating Programs
The City of Kenora offers indoor public skating and open hockey times at the Moncrief Construction Sports Centre and Bowman Electric Keewatin Memorial Arena. If you want to get some exercise in the fresh winter air, there are many outdoor skating rinks in the City of Kenora.
Public skating
Open skating is great for everyone who just wants to skate. With no pucks and hockey equipment allowed on ice surface during this time, it is perfect for families and friends to get together for a skate. You can skate at the Thistle Arena and the Bowman Electric Keewatin Memorial Arena.
View our Public Skating Shedule for times.
Open hockey
There are four programs to play a game of hockey. View the schedule for open hockey times.
- Adult open hockey - This ice time is for anyone who want to meet with other players to make teams to play a good ol’ game of hockey. Hockey equipment required.
- Women only open hockey - Join us on your lunch hour and play a good game of hockey with other players.
- 55+ open hockey - This is for anyone over the age of 55 and older to meet with other players to play a good game of hockey.
- 65+ open hockey - This is for anyone age 65 and over to meet other hockey players to enjoy a slower paced game of hockey.
Skating
- Tot and me - This is a great time to get your little ones on the ice and learn how to skate.
- Cool cruise - Come enjoy an evening skate with cool music, disco lights, and some delicious food. This is partnered with the Keewatin Curling Club.
View the public ice times in Kenora and Keewatin. All public ice times may change without notice. Please check the online arena schedules.
Skating reminders
- All children must be accompanied by an adult.
- We do not provide skating equipment. You are responsible for bringing your own skates, helmets, knee pads, hockey sticks, etc.
- Any footwear other than Ice Skates are not permitted on our ice.
- We do not allow trainers on our ice.
Public skating code of ethics
We asked that all skaters follow our code of ethics when attending public skating.
- no food or drink on the ice surface
- no horseplay or games
- no skating backwards
- no figure skating manoeuvres
- no erratic or excessive speed skating
- no balls, pucks, chairs, pylons, strollers, sticks or any other item which might interfere with the safety of any skater while on the ice surface
- no headsets, cell phones or hand held electronic devices are to be used while skating
- no carrying of children is permitted
- no sitting on the boards
- skate with the direction of all skaters
- conduct yourself appropriately at all times
- listen and adhere to the skate patrol at all times
- all participants must be wearing skates while on the ice surface
- the use of a helmets are strongly recommended
If you do not follow the rules, you will be asked to leave immediately and your future ice privileges will be suspended.
Skate patrol
High school students, we can help you earn your community service hours.
If you love to skate and have strong leadership and communication skills, contact our Community Program Supervisor about joining the skate patrol team!
Game schedule
Pick up your copy of the game schedule at the Moncrief Construction Sports Centre or check out the the arena schedules.
Skating programs
Learn to skate with Skate Kenora or Skate Keewatin. Skaters of all skill levels are welcome to join. You will learn from experienced instructors who can help you build your skills and gain confidence while having fun with others.
Contact Recreation
Moncrief Construction Sports Centre
18 Mike Richards Way
Kenora, Ontario P9N 1L2
Phone: 807-467-2087
6:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Monday to Friday
7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday
Walking track open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (temporarily closed until fall 2025)
Closed on Holidays unless posted.
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