On Monday, December 22, from 4 to 7 p.m., come celebrate the grand opening of Clarington’s second outdoor refrigerated skating rink, located outside the Diane Hamre Recreation Complex (1780 Rudell Road, Newcastle). ⛸️
Be among the first to skate the new rink and enjoy free festive fun for all ages—including inflatables, local performances, entertainment, and hot chocolate!
At 6 o’clock, gather ’round for a twinkling tree-lighting ceremony and feel the magic of moments shared together. 🌟
Event schedule:
3:30 p.m. Skate session wristbands available
4 p.m. Mayor Foster opens with remarks and official ribbon cutting
4:15 p.m. Orono Figure Skating Club performance
4:30 p.m. Skate session #1 begins, alongside special guest Brant the Fire Guy (ends at 5:20 p.m.)
5:30 p.m. Skate session #2 begins (ends at 6:20 p.m.)
6 p.m. Newcastle tree-lighting ceremony
6:30 p.m. Skate session #3 begins (ends at 7 p.m.)
7 p.m. Event ends – Thanks for coming!
Winter weather watch: If the forecast turns too frosty, check our social media for event updates.
This event is made possible thanks to the generous support of caring community partners, helping us bring warmth and winter fun to the heart of Newcastle:
Elexicon Energy
Tim Hortons Newcastle
You may also like the following events from Municipality of Clarington:
- This Saturday, 29th November, 01:45 pm, CPKC Holiday Train in Clarington
- Next Wednesday, 3rd December, 07:00 pm, Beyond the stereotypes: Clarington to host US & THEM film screening and community discussion in Clarington
- Next month, 10th December, 06:00 pm, Lives Lost, Voices Raised: Confronting the Rise in Intimate Partner Violence in Clarington
