Skating in Aurora
Aurora runs public, senior, adult and sensory skates at the Aurora Recreation Complex, and free outdoor rinks at six parks in winter. Below: 7 places in Aurora, how to get drop-in times, and what it costs.
- 7 places
- 6 outdoor rinks
- Checked October 9, 2026
- New to it? Read the guide
Places for skating in Aurora
Ada Johnson Park
60 Hartwell Way, Aurora
Outdoor
Two outdoor rinks: pleasure skating and stick and puck; free, usually January to mid-March, weather permitting
Aurora Recreation Complex
1400 Wellington Street East, Aurora
Indoor
Public, senior (55+), adult (18+) and sensory skates
Aurora Town Square
50 Victoria Street, Aurora
Outdoor
Outdoor rink for pleasure skating; free, usually January to mid-March, weather permitting
Confederation Park
30 Glass Drive, Aurora
Outdoor
Outdoor rink for pleasure skating; free, usually January to mid-March, weather permitting
James Lloyd Park
355 Stone Road, Aurora
Outdoor
Volunteer-built rink over the basketball court; free, weather permitting
Machell Park
15 Orchard Heights Drive, Aurora
Outdoor
Two outdoor rinks: pleasure skating and stick and puck; free, usually January to mid-March, weather permitting
Town Park
49 Wells Street, Aurora
Outdoor
Outdoor rink with boards and liner; free, usually January to mid-March, weather permitting
How to get drop-in times
Indoor skate times are on the Town's seasonal skating schedule; pay at the front desk. Outdoor rinks are open 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily in season, weather permitting, usually January to mid-March; no registration needed.
- Check the Town's skating drop-in schedule for the A.R.C.
- Pay at the front desk, or use a 10-ticket pass.
- For outdoor rinks, check each rink's status on the Town's skating page.
What it costs
Getting started
Open skating on indoor arena ice and outdoor rinks, for families, adults and older adults. Many cities run free skates on holidays.
- Most public skates change direction halfway through.
- Hockey and stick and puck are allowed only on the designated rinks at Machell and Ada Johnson parks.
Questions
Where can I go public skating in Aurora?
At the Aurora Recreation Complex, and outdoors at Aurora Town Square, Town Park, Ada Johnson Park, Machell Park, Confederation Park and James Lloyd Park.
How much is public skating in Aurora?
$3.37 per skate, or $28.12 for 10 tickets (2026 prices). The outdoor rinks are free.
When are the outdoor rinks open?
Usually January to mid-March, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., weather permitting; James Lloyd Park closes at 10 p.m.
Is there a sensory-friendly skate?
Yes, Sunday mornings at the Aurora Recreation Complex.
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Sources: Town of Aurora: Skating Activities, Town of Aurora. Checked October 9, 2026.
Confirm with the city before you go: times can change at short notice.