

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Fifth Annual Inclusion on Ice sponsored by Encova Foundation
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Our 5th annual free public skating event for everyone of ALL abilities is almost here! Skate with Pro Hockey Players! Plus enjoy a Resource Fair, Kids' Activities, Sensory Room &amp; More!
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Join us for a heartwarming day of fun on the ice, featuring an extended open skate time for everyone to enjoy! This event is organized by Easterseals Rehabilitation Center, Augusta Levy Behavioral Services and Wheeling Nailers, with the incredible support of local advocate, David George. Encova Foundation of West Virginia is the title sponsor, and the event is made possible by the Oglebay Foundation and Wheeling Park Commission.

✨ What to Expect:
Inclusive Skating for All: Whether you’re a seasoned skater or trying it for the first time, the rink will be open for everyone to enjoy with on-ice helpers and adaptive equipment. Free skate rental and free equipment to use!

Resource Fair and Activities: Local businesses and organizations that serve families will be on-site offering resources. There will be activities such as face painting, inflatables, photo booths, video booths, treats, and MORE! (Most items are free, unless purchasing concession from the rink itself.)

Sensory Room: If anyone feels overwhelmed and needs to wind down or get some energy out, we will have a sensory room set up and staffed by volunteers from Augusta Levy,  

A Day of Support &amp; Advocacy: All three organizations work tirelessly to create an inclusive environment for all participants, and with the support of David George, we’re bringing the community together for a day of fun and unity! We can’t wait to see you there! Mark your calendars now, and bring your family and friends for an unforgettable afternoon on the ice! ⛸️✨
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To register, go to https://forms.gle/9X6cTgupNkcmZTLj8. This registration form allows you to digitally sign the liability and publicity waiver so the entry process is more efficient.

Thank you to all our sponsors:

MAIN TITLE
Encova Foundation of West Virginia

TITLE
Regional Economic Development Partnership
Oglebay Foundation
Wheeling Park Commission

MVP
City of Wheeling
Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal
WesBanco
Panhandle Cleaning and Restoration

CHAMPION
Intercoastal Capital Markets, Inc.
Main Street Bank
Coffman Properties, LLC
WVABLE
WVU Medicine Wheeling and Reynolds Hospitals

PARTNER
Youth Services System 
Scott and Sally Cunningham
Moundsville Rotary Club
H.E. Neumann
Miklas Meat Market
Peter Holloway

ADVOCATE
Lynn Hetzel
Independent Order of Odd Fellows
Kurt Keefer
Jennifer Diaz
Peter Chillingworth
Dr. Ellen Kitts

IN KIND
Wheeling Park
Wheeling Nailers
WTRF
WTOV
Tripp's Fun Zone
So Nuts for Donuts
DeFelice Pizza
Riesbeck's
Panhandle Cleaning and Restoration
Ziegenfelder's
I.C. Care
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wheeling/fifth-annual-inclusion-on-ice-sponsored-by-encova-foundation/200029207592708
- **Event Categories**: sports, kids, art, fine-arts, calendar
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 252

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Wheeling
- **state**: WV
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Wheeling Park Memorial Ice Rink
- **lat**: 40.059061542813
- **long**: -80.666849412631
- **full address**: Wheeling Park Memorial Ice Rink, Wheeling Park,Wheeling, West Virginia, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Fifth Annual Inclusion on Ice sponsored by Encova Foundation
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/b5c49ae9b1c49cc35fecf07a1c97460bafd39cd31fc32564e5835b6367deb929-rimg-w1200-h675-dcffffff-gmir?v=1770250617

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Fifth Annual Inclusion on Ice sponsored by Encova Foundation being held?
  - **A:** Fifth Annual Inclusion on Ice sponsored by Encova Foundation takes place on Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Wheeling Park Memorial Ice Rink, Wheeling Park,Wheeling, West Virginia, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Fifth Annual Inclusion on Ice sponsored by Encova Foundation?
  - **A:** Fifth Annual Inclusion on Ice sponsored by Encova Foundation is organized by Easterseals Rehabilitation Center.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Fifth Annual Inclusion on Ice sponsored by Encova Foundation is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Wheeling, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 250+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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