City of Windsor Celebrates Grand Opening of New Ice Rink at City Hall Square
The City of Windsor is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the new City Hall Square Ice Rink, a vibrant addition to the heart of downtown and a festive destination for residents and visitors this winter season.
The public is invited to join the celebration on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., featuring entertainment, family-friendly activities, local vendors, and more!
The event will include a ribbon-cutting ceremony and remarks beginning at approximately 11:20 a.m. with Mayor Drew Dilkens and Ward 3 Councillor Renaldo Agostino. The rink officially opens for public skating at approximately 11:30 a.m.
Grand Opening Event Highlights
Date and Time
- Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Entertainment
- Music Moves Kids Choir: Performing three short sets
- DJ Chris James: Music throughout the event
- Santa Claus: On site from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
On-Site Vendors
- All Saints’ Anglican Church: Complimentary hot chocolate (donated by Tim Hortons)
- What’s Poppin’ Popcorn: Complimentary popcorn while supplies last
- The Waffle Truck: Fresh treats available for purchase
Indoor Activities at All Saints’ Anglican Church Hall
- Funky Faces Windsor: Face painting
- Holiday and Winter Crafts: Led by City of Windsor Recreation staff
- Recreation Department Information Booth
Additional Features
- Free City of Windsor toques (while supplies last)
- Free skate lending through the All Saints’ Anglican Church Skate Program
- Cozy seating area with Muskoka chairs and fire tables
- Windsor Fire & Rescue Services fire truck display
- Meet the Mascots: University of Windsor, Adventure Bay Family Water Park Presented by WFCU Credit Union, and more
This grand opening marks an exciting moment for the community as the City Hall Square area continues to grow as a hub of recreation, connection, and seasonal celebration.
Quotes:
“It’s fantastic to see the new City Hall Square Ice Rink come alive in our downtown. Since the new civic esplanade opened this past summer, it has become one of the city’s greatest assets of public space in the heart of the community. From milestone flag-raisings, exciting viewing parties, and the launch of the Live at the Square summer concert series… to social, recreational, and cultural activities, the space has been packed with unforgettable experiences since we cut the first ribbon. Now, our new ice rink comes online, replacing the former rink at Charles Clark Square, and ensuring residents are treated to the space they helped imagine outside Windsor City Hall. From ice skating at the new rink, to Bright Lights Windsor at Jackson Park, to the Willistead Manor Holiday Tours, to the Capitol Theatre and the Windsor Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday Pops, to many neighbourhood events and markets filled with local goods… there’s truly something for everyone in Windsor this holiday season. Join us for the grand opening of the ice rink as we continue Building Windsor’s Future… together.”
- Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens
To learn more about ice skating rules, hours and programming, visit our City Hall Square Ice Rink web page.