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Calgary’s magical downtown skating rink is open for the winter season

Calgarians looking to lace up and take a lap can finally feel the wind through their hair downtown! This week, Olympic Plaza, one of the city’s favourite ice skating rinks, announced that it was finally open and ready for action ahead of the winter season.

As the only refrigerated outdoor ice surface in the city, Calgary’s Olympic Plaza has seen thousands of beginners, family, and friends since opening in 1988 for the winter games.

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Here, folks looking to breathe in some fresh air can do so surrounded by lights and buildings, rent equipment and make some memories along the way.

The best part? It’s totally free and can be enjoyed by anyone between 6 am and 11 pm from now until the springtime, but don’t hesitate if you want to check it out!

Time flies – especially when you’re having fun and this winter? You’ll have plenty of opportunities to do just that!

OLYMPIC PLAZA SKATING RINK

Where: 228 8 Ave. SE, Calgary
Time: 6 am – 11 pm

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