McLaren Park Arena is open for Public Skating on October 7, 2025. Each spring the facility converts to a dry floor surface for user groups and private rentals. Summer ice is booked starting in July for user groups and private bookings, while community skating programs and lessons resume each October. 

McLaren Park Arena is open for Public Skating on Ocotber 7, 2025. Each spring the facility converts to a dry floor surface for user groups and private rentals. Summer ice is booked starting in July for user groups and private bookings, while community skating programs and lessons resume each October. 

Skating Programs

Open Public Skate
All ages
Enjoy traditional loop skating in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Skaters follow a standard loop. 

• Regular admission rates apply
• CSA-approved helmets or winter helmets are not mandatory but strongly recommended
• Rental skates are available
• One-third of the ice is designated for guardians with youth under age 5 

Adult Only Skate
18 years and older
Bring your friends and enjoy a relaxing skate session designed just for adults. Skaters follow a standard loop. 

• CSA-approved helmets or winter helmets are not mandatory but strongly recommended
• Regular admission rates apply 
• Rental skates are available

Stick 'N Puck

Preschool Stick 'N Puck
1-5 yrs, and one adult guardian
Start your little Gretzky's and Wickenheiser's early. Gloves, CSA-approved helmets with cages, and hockey sticks are required. Children must be supervised on the ice by an adult guardian. 

• Children must be supervised on the ice by an adult guardian
• Gloves and CSA-approved helmets required
• Preschooler must have a cage on their helmet
• One-half of the ice is available
• $3.25 drop-in fee – adult
• $2.25 drop-in fee – preschooler

Hockey

55+ Drop-In Hockey
55 years and older
Stay fit and have fun playing in this non-contact, non-competitive co-ed recreational drop-in hockey game. Full gear, including a CSA-approved helmet, is required. Maximum of 20 participants per session. Preregister online, by phone, or in person.

• Full gear and CSA-approved helmets are required
• No contact permitted
• $8.00/visit drop-in fee

Adult Drop-In Hockey
16 years and older
Grab your friends and practice your moves. This is a non-contact, non-competitive co-ed recreational drop-in hockey game. Full gear, including a CSA-approved helmet, is required. Maximum of 20 participants per session. Preregister online, by phone, or in person.

• Full gear and CSA-approved helmets are required
• No contact permitted
• $10.00 drop-in fee

Shinny

This informal version of hockey emphasizes fun and community. Perfect for players of all skill levels, shinny offers a relaxed, non-competitive environment where no score is kept, and the focus is purely on enjoyment. 

Full hockey gear, including a CSA-approved helmet, is required. Participants under 18 years must have a cage on their helmet and neck guards. All children must have an adult guardian participating on the ice or in the facility to assist if needed. Space is limited to 24 participants and 2 goalies. Preregister online, by phone, or in person.

Shinny Guidelines

Children Shinny
7-12 years

For your child interested in participating in a fun and non-competitive game of shinny. This drop-in game is non-contract, and all abilities are welcome. Full hockey gear, including a CSA-approved helmet, is required. Participants under 18yrs must also have a cage on their helmet. If a child does not have a registered guardian actively participating on the ice, one must be available in the facility to assist staff if required. Adult guardians are welcome, however, adult spots are limited to 6. 

• Full gear

• No contract permitted

• Participants under 18yrs must also have a cage on their helmet and a neck guard. 

• If a child does not have a guardian participating on the ice, one must be available in the facility to help staff if they require assistance.

• $8.00/drop-in fee

Teen & Adult Shinny
13 years and older

Grab your gear and practice your moves in this fun and non-competitive game of shinny. This drop-in game is non-contract, and all abilities are welcome. Full hockey gear, including a CSA-approved helmet, is required. Participants under 18yrs must also have a cage on their helmet. If a youth does not have a registered guardian actively participating on the ice, one must be available in the facility to assist staff if required. 

• Full gear required

• NO CONTACT

• If a youth does not have a guardian participating on the ice, one must be available in the facility to help staff if they require assistance. 

• $10.00/drop-in fee

Skate Patrol and Arena Staff have the authority to refuse admittance to anyone who violates facility and program rules or who interferes with the safety and/or enjoyment of other skaters.

To make your visit enjoyable and safe for everyone, please follow these rules:

Holiday Shinny Guidelines

Skating

• Always skate in the designated direction
• Forward skate only
• Do not carry infants or small children on the ice
• Refrain from horseplay, tag, and/or excessive speed
• Keep strollers in designated beginner areas
• No food or drink is allowed on the ice
• No shoes allowed on the ice
• No headphones or cell phones on the ice
• We strongly recommend wearing CSA-approved hockey helmets

Hockey

• A waiver must be signed before entering the programs
• Full hockey gear is required 
• A CSA-approved helmet is required
• Participants under 18 yrs must have a cage on their helmet, and a neck guard
• No contact, slap shots or body checks permitted
• Fair play: players are to rotate shifts to allow ice time for all
• Referees are not provided

Skate Patrol and Arena Staff have the authority to refuse admittance to anyone who violates facility and program rules or who interferes with the safety and/or enjoyment of other skaters.

McLaren Arena is available for private rentals! You’ll find spectator seating for 250, four change rooms, a referee room and a meeting room on-site. The rink is 180' x 80' and includes access to a score clock, goal nets and skate aids.

• Private rentals are available on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to availability. 
• A minimum of one hour must be booked, additional time can be added in 15-minute increments. The fees are applied according to rental duration and are prorated. 
• Rental skates are not available during private ice rentals. 
• Birthday parties are welcome during public skating times. For more information, please see Birthday Parties below. 
• Insurance listing the City of Penticton as an additional insured for a minimum of $3,000,000 is required for all rentals. For more information, please see Liability Insurance listed below.
• The City does not hold or reserve times, payment is due at the time of booking.
• Rentals are confirmed once the City has received a signed contract, insurance and payment.

• For additional booking or rental information, please review the information listed below or email or call 250-490-2437.

2025-26 McLaren Arena Private Rental Fees

• Rates are effective July 2, 2025 - March 13, 2026
• To qualify for the resident rate 51% of participants MUST reside in Penticton
• A 5% tax will be added to all fees

Insurance Requirements

Insurance is required when renting any City venue, including McLaren Arena ice and the meeting room. 

• The City of Penticton must be named as an “Additional Insured” on any General Liability policy.
• The policy shall contain a clause providing that the insurer will give the City thirty (30) days prior written notice in the event of cancellation or material change.
• The organizer or host shall provide the City with evidence of such insurance coverage in the form of an executed copy of a Certificate of Insurance to the City ten (10) days prior to the granting of a License to Use contract.
• More information on Insurance Requirements.

McLaren Arena birthday parties between July 2-October 6, 2025, must be booked as a private ice rental, and rental skates are unavailable. Please see the rates and insurance requirements above in "Private Rentals".

Make your birthday celebration a hit at McLaren Arena! Our venue offers the perfect setting for a memorable celebration. Here are the things to consider when choosing McLaren for your party.

Need Rental Skates? 

• Rental skates are available only during the City's public skating programs. Your party can join our public skating programs.
• Regular admission rates and rental skate fees apply.

Meeting Room Rental 

• Many party planners opt to rent our meeting room alongside skating activities. It provides a cozy space for snacks, cake, storing presents and taking a break.
• If you require set-up and clean-up time, consider booking the room for 30 minutes before and after your event.
• Tables and chairs are available by request. Most parties request two tables and 15 chairs.
• The maximum capacity in the room is 30 people, this number reduces if there are tables and chairs.
• Note: the meeting room rental fee is not included and is separate from admission and skate rental fees.

• Meeting Room Rental - Private	Fee Per Hour
  Penticton Resident	$17.78
  Non-Resident	$44.45
  Commercial	$31.11

The ice rink is now open for the season, weather dependent. Please note that maintenance crews may need to work on the ice during opening hours, as time permits, based on other priorities throughout the community facilities. Also, City staff cannot be on-site clearing the ice and maintaining it to pristine conditions at all times. Please skate to the conditions and enjoy this free facility. 

Hours of operation: 9am to 9pm daily  

Family skating: odd numbered days (absolutely NO hockey allowed)   

Shinny hockey: even numbered days 

Important

• No ice skate rentals are available at the outdoor rink. BYO skates. 
• No shoes allowed on the ice. 
• Helmets and safety equipment recommended. 
• Be considerate and watch out for others.
• Infants and children should not be carried. 
• No smoking or alcohol.
• The rink is not supervised. Rink is monitored by video surveillance. Rules will be enforced by City staff.
• Weather and ice conditions vary. Inspect the ice before use. Do not use if unsafe and report any issues. 

Maintenance: City of Penticton Facilities Department 250 490 2500
City of Penticton Bylaw Department: 250 490 2440. After Hours: 250 809 4367. Email: bylaw@penticton.ca 

 

McLaren Park Arena
1350 King Street, Penticton, B.C.
250-490-0622

Public Skating and Program Inquiries
250-490-2426

Bookings and Rentals
250-490-2437
Email: rentals@penticton.ca