Free Public Skates in Vancouver During Countdown Week

As a part Countdown Week (to the 2010 Games) there will be free public skates at ice rinks around the city over the next few days.

Public will receive free admission and a skate rental.

Monday, February 16 — Kerrisdale Arena — 3:30 – 5:00 pm

Tuesday, February 17 — Sunset Rink — 6:00 – 7:30 pm

Wednesday, February 18 — Kitsilano Rink — 7:15 – 8:45 pm

Thursday, February 19 — Britannia Rink — 3:30 – 4:30 pm

Friday, February 20 — Riley Rink — 8:00 – 9:30 pm

Saturday, February 21 — West End Rink — 2:30 – 4:30 pm

You can also win prizes by bringing a non-perishable Food Bank donation, and there will be appearances by athletes at the mascots at some locations.

To find a rink near you, which is always a great inexpensive way to spend time with the family, check out my guide to Vancouver skating rinks.