When it comes to winter in Toronto, there are numerous activities to look forward to. A notable one of course is ice skating. Many spots across the city transform into skating rinks, which are open to the public for free. One particular winter tradition in the city is skating at The Bentway. If you know you know, right? ; ) Just like every year, there’s the winter programming as well.
Winter Skating at The Bentway
The 220-metre figure-eight skate trail under the Gardiner Expressway will open starting on December 17th. As part of the festivities, there are also going to be free skate rental nights, free hot chocolate nights and beginner skate lessons. This will all be available until January 8th 2023 from 12 pm to 9 pm.
“For newcomers to Canada, winters will include a series of ‘firsts’, with new memories to be made and treasured. This season we’re exploring how experiences of winter can connect all of us, our stories, and our traditions,” Alex Rand, Manager of Programming at The Bentway said in a press release statement.
Special “First Winter” Programming
One of the highlights is Beacons by artist Shellie Zhang, which is made up of five different sculptures. It’s a light installation, wherein the pieces will glow in the dusk and dawn-time colours of the city’s skyline in the colder months.
Other programmes include Lunar New Year festivities, a Midwinter Concert, and Family Day celebrations. More details about all the upcoming events for the 2022/23 season can be found online.