Brampton outdoor skating rinks are free to use, and the City of Brampton lists 16 outdoor rinks and skating trails on its Outdoor Skating page, from the covered rink at Gore Meadows to the two NHL-sized rinks that opened at Sandalwood Park in February 2026. The 2026-27 season has not started yet: the City’s page still says the rinks are closed for the season.
Below: every location with its address, last season’s hours, the rules on the ice, rentals, food, and how to check whether a rink is open before you drive over.
At a glance
- Number of rinks: 16 outdoor rinks and skating trails on the City’s list
- Cost: free. The City’s Gore Meadows schedules list public skating and shinny as free drop-ins with no registration
- Season status: closed as of October 25, 2026. The City has not announced 2026-27 opening dates
- Last season’s first schedule: the Gore Meadows covered rink schedule began with the week of November 15 to 23, 2025
- Newest rinks: two NHL-sized rinks at Sandalwood Park, 130 Conestoga Drive, opened over Family Day weekend 2026
- Check before you go: brampton.ca/outdoorskating, the City’s social media, or call 311
- Helmets: CSA-approved helmets with full face masks are strongly recommended
Looking for indoor ice or lessons instead? Our guide to Brampton recreation registration covers Learn to Skate and other programs.
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When do Brampton outdoor skating rinks open for 2026-27?
The City of Brampton has not posted opening dates for the 2026-27 outdoor skating season. On October 25, 2026, its Outdoor Skating page said the rinks were “now closed for the season.”
Last season gives a rough idea. The City’s posted schedule for the Gore Meadows covered rink began with the week of November 15 to 23, 2025. Gore Meadows has a roof over the ice, while the open-air neighbourhood rinks depend on cold weather, and every City schedule says rinks open “weather and ice conditions permitting.”
Opening dates change every year, so treat last year’s as a guide only. Check brampton.ca/outdoorskating or call 311 before you go.
All 16 Brampton outdoor skating rinks and trails
The table lists every rink on the City’s Outdoor Skating page, with the hours the City posted for last season. New hours for 2026-27 may differ once the City updates the page.
| Rink | Address | Last season’s posted hours |
|---|---|---|
| Amore Italian Park | 70 Halliford Place | Shinny 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 3 to 7 p.m.; public skating 12 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 10 p.m. |
| Boreham Park | 350 Conservation Drive | 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Bovaird House | 563 Bovaird Drive East | To be determined |
| Carabram Park | 79 Eagleridge Drive | Shinny 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 3 to 7 p.m.; public skating 12 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 10 p.m. |
| Chinguacousy Park Skating Recreational Trail | 9050 Bramalea Road | 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Duggan Park | 75 Vodden Street East | Shinny 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 3 to 7 p.m.; public skating 12 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 10 p.m. |
| Flower City Community Campus | 8850 McLaughlin Road | 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; shinny 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 6 to 10 p.m.; public skating 2 to 6 p.m. |
| Gage Park Skating Recreational Trail | Main Street South and Wellington Street West | 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Gore Meadows Covered Outdoor Rink | 10150 The Gore Road | 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Major William Sharpe Park | Phelps Drive | Shinny 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 3 to 7 p.m.; public skating 12 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 10 p.m. |
| Monkton Circle Park | 16 Beechmont Drive | Shinny 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 3 to 7 p.m.; public skating 12 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 10 p.m. |
| Mount Pleasant | 100 Commuter Drive | 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Peel Village Park | 47 Watson Crescent | Shinny 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 3 to 7 p.m.; public skating 12 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. |
| Sandalwood Park NHL-sized rinks (2) | 130 Conestoga Drive | 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Sesquicentennial Park | 11475 Bramalea Road | Shinny 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 3 to 7 p.m.; public skating 12 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 10 p.m. |
| Treleaven Park | 58 Harold Street | Shinny 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 3 to 7 p.m.; public skating 12 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 10 p.m. |
Source: City of Brampton Outdoor Skating page, read October 25, 2026.
Which Brampton outdoor skating rinks split shinny and public skating?
Most neighbourhood rinks in Brampton split the day. Shinny (pick-up hockey) runs in the morning and late afternoon, and public skating takes the midday and evening blocks. If you want to skate without pucks around, aim for 12 to 3 p.m. or the evening slot. The two trails at Chinguacousy Park and Gage Park are for skating loops, not hockey.
Also read: Brampton’s snow clearing guide
Is skating at Brampton’s outdoor rinks free?
Yes. Skating at Brampton’s outdoor rinks costs nothing. The City’s Gore Meadows schedules list public skates, shinny and shoot-arounds as free drop-ins, with no registration or payment needed. Paid programs such as Learn to Skate are different: those need registration through the City.
Rentals and sharpening cost extra. The City says a third-party provider runs them, and it does not list prices.
Gore Meadows, Sandalwood and the trails: the big three
Three sites stand out from the neighbourhood rinks.
Gore Meadows Covered Outdoor Rink (10150 The Gore Road) has a roof over the ice. Last season’s posted hours ran from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Its schedules split the day into blocks such as free shinny for adults 18 and over, free shinny for youth 17 and under, free public skating, and parent-and-child shoot-arounds.
Sandalwood Park (130 Conestoga Drive) got two NHL-sized outdoor rinks in 2026. The City’s February 9, 2026 news release says they opened to the public over Family Day weekend, February 14 to 16, and that the rinks will host ball hockey and other sports in summer. Netting behind the goals protects spectators. For private bookings, the City lists 905-874-2665 and facilityrentals@brampton.ca.
Chinguacousy Park and Gage Park trails are skating loops rather than rinks. Gage Park sits downtown at Main Street South and Wellington Street West, and Chinguacousy Park is at 9050 Bramalea Road. Chinguacousy is the only outdoor site where the City lists food for sale, from a food truck.
Rules on the ice at Brampton outdoor rinks
The City posts the same rules for every Brampton outdoor skating rink.
- Skates are the only footwear allowed on the ice
- No food, drinks, headphones, phones or other handheld electronics on the ice
- No horseplay, throwing or spraying snow, or carrying other people
- No hockey sticks during public skating, no backward or figure skating, and no private lessons or coaching
- Stay off the ice while the ice resurfacer is running
- Advanced skaters stay out of the beginner area
- Children under 10 must be supervised by someone 14 or older
- Report every accident or injury to staff right away
Helmets and skate aids
The City strongly recommends a CSA-approved helmet with a full face mask for every skater, not only children. Skate aids may be allowed depending on space, crowd size and staff judgment, and homemade aids are not allowed. Bring your own CSA-approved helmet with a face mask if you plan to use an aid.
Rentals, food and washrooms
The City says washrooms are available at all outdoor skating locations.
Last season, rentals of skates, helmets and skate aids ran Thursday and Friday from 5 to 9:45 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 9:45 p.m., weather permitting. Sharpening was offered at Gage Park. The City’s page does not say which other rinks have a rental booth, so check with 311 before counting on one.
Food last season was sold only at Chinguacousy Park, from a food truck:
| Day | Food truck hours (last season) |
|---|---|
| Friday | 5:30 to 10 p.m. |
| Saturday | 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Sunday | 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Holiday dates (Dec. 20-24 and 27-31) | 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
How to check if a Brampton rink is open today
Outdoor ice depends on the weather. A warm spell or heavy rain can close Brampton outdoor skating rinks with little notice, and the City has cancelled programs for weather before.
- Check the City’s Outdoor Skating page at brampton.ca/outdoorskating.
- Look at the City of Brampton’s Facebook page or @CityBrampton on X for same-day closures.
- Call 311 (or 905-874-2000 from outside Brampton). Our Brampton 311 guide explains the other ways to reach the City.
Taking the bus? See our Brampton Transit fares guide for what a trip costs.
Indoor skating and holiday free skates
If the outdoor ice is closed, Brampton’s indoor arenas run public skating as drop-in programs. The City’s Drop-In Programs page says residents and members can register 25 hours before a session starts, and non-residents without a membership can register one hour before. You can sign up online, at any recreation centre or by calling 311. Walk-ins get in if space is left, and you may lose your spot if you arrive more than 15 minutes late.
The City has also run free winter-break skates at indoor arenas, sponsored by Capital Power, at centres such as Cassie Campbell, Century Gardens, Earnscliffe and Terry Miller. Its Free Skate page lists the last event as concluded and shows no 2026 dates yet.
What this means for you
You have about a month before the first ice is likely, based on last year. A few things to do now:
- Get skates and a helmet sorted early. Rentals are limited to certain days and hours, and helmets with face masks are strongly recommended.
- Pick your rink by what you want. Choose a trail (Chinguacousy, Gage) for easy loops, Gore Meadows for a roof overhead, or a neighbourhood rink close to home.
- Bookmark the status page. Check it before every trip, especially after a thaw.
Planning a full winter weekend? The Brampton Santa Claus Parade is another free family outing.
FAQ
Are Brampton outdoor skating rinks free?
Yes. The City’s schedules list public skating and shinny at outdoor rinks as free drop-ins with no registration. Rentals and sharpening from the third-party provider cost extra.
When do Brampton’s outdoor rinks open?
The City has not announced 2026-27 dates. Last season, the Gore Meadows covered rink schedule began in mid-November 2025, and open-air rinks follow once the weather is cold enough.
Which Brampton rink is covered?
Gore Meadows, at 10150 The Gore Road, is the City’s covered outdoor rink. Last season it was the first rink with a posted schedule, starting in mid-November.
Where are the NHL-sized outdoor rinks in Brampton?
At Sandalwood Park, 130 Conestoga Drive. The two rinks opened over Family Day weekend in February 2026.
Do I need a helmet to skate outdoors in Brampton?
The City strongly recommends a CSA-approved helmet with a full face mask for all skaters. If you use a skate aid, bring your own approved helmet with a face mask.
Can I play hockey at Brampton outdoor rinks?
Yes, during shinny times. Most neighbourhood rinks post separate shinny and public skating blocks, and hockey sticks are not allowed during public skating.
Is there food at Brampton’s outdoor rinks?
Last season, food was sold only at Chinguacousy Park, from a food truck on Friday evenings and weekends.
Can kids skate alone?
Children under 10 must be supervised by someone aged 14 or older, according to the City’s rink rules.
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Sources: City of Brampton: Outdoor Skating; City of Brampton: Gore Meadows outdoor rink schedule, November 15-23, 2025 (PDF); City of Brampton news release, February 9, 2026: Sandalwood Park rinks; City of Brampton: Drop-In Programs; City of Brampton: Free Skate
How we reported this: Brampton Brief checked every location, address, hour and rule in this article against the City of Brampton’s Outdoor Skating page, its Gore Meadows rink schedule, its February 9, 2026 news release and its Drop-In Programs page on October 25, 2026. We’ll update it when the City posts 2026-27 dates. Spot an error? Email hello@bramptonbrief.com with “Correction” in the subject.