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Skating Oval

Clarence Downey Speed Skating Oval offers an exciting change of pace for skating enthusiasts. No need speed skates to enjoy skating the 400 m oval - there are different lanes for different speeds, and lots of room for every level of skater. New, improved facilities are under construction, so for the 2018/19 season a temporary warm-up shack will be available for skaters to change their skates. Admission is FREE.

The Oval was named after the first coach of the Saskatoon Lions Speed Skating Club, which operates the facility in cooperation with the City of Saskatoon.

Public Skating Information

  • Open December 15 - March 1 (weather & ice conditions permitting)
  • Public Skating is free
  • Pucks, hockey sticks, food and drinks are not allowed on the Oval
  • Patrons are allowed on with boots or shoes

Private Rentals

The Oval is available for private group rentals Monday to Thursday after 8:00 p.m., all day Friday, and after 6:00 p.m. on Saturday & Sunday. Bookings must be for a minimum of three hours. Applications are available through Customer Service at 306-975-3366. A permit will be issued upon approval.

Private Rental Rates

3 Hour Minimum
$20.00 per hour plus GST

School Rentals

The Oval is available Free of charge to school groups Monday to Thursday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Schools must contact Customer Services at 306-975-3366  prior to their booking to ensure sufficient personnel are scheduled. Public time commences at 2:00 p.m. Any bookings outside these times are processed as private rentals.