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MIDWAY PLAISANCE PARK ICE RINK PROGRAMS & REGISTRATION

Pre-registration is required for all programs including open skate.

Registration

Pre-registration is required for all programs, including open skate sessions.ÌýReservations will be released on a rolling basis at noon on Mondays, for the sessions that run two weeks later. Release dates are as follows:

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Hours & Schedule

Open November 29, 2024Ìý- February 17, 2025Ìý(weather permitting)

Regular Hours

Regular hours are in effect from Monday, December 2, 2024, through February 16, 2025. Hours vary on holidays and over the holiday break, see those hours below. Open Skate times are broken into multiple shorter skate sessions. Schedules are subject to change.

ÌýSunday:	Ìý10 am – 11:30 am Rat Hockey Ìý12 pm – 6 pm Open Skate
ÌýMonday:	Ìý12 pm – 7Ìýpm Open Skate
ÌýTuesday:	Ìý12 pm – 7Ìýpm Open Skate Ìý6 pm – 7 pmÌýLearn to SkateÌý Ìý(partnership)
ÌýWednesday:	Ìý12Ìýpm – 7Ìýpm Open Skate Ìý7:30 pm – 9 pm Rat Hockey
ÌýThursday:	Ìý11 am – 12 pm Senior Skate Ìý12Ìýpm – 7 pm Open Skate
ÌýFriday:	Ìý12 pm – 8Ìýpm Open Skate
ÌýSaturday:	Ìý10 am – 10:45 am Stick & Puck Ìý10:45 am – 11:30 am Pond Hockey Ìý11:45 am – 12:30 pm Learn to Skate Ìý1 pm – 8 pm Open Skate

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Holiday HoursÌý

Holiday Hours are in effect DecemberÌý20Ìý-ÌýJanuary 5, January 20-21, and February 17.ÌýÌýCLOSED onÌýChristmas Day, and shortened hours on Christmas Eve.

ÌýSunday:	Ìý10 am – 11:30 am Rat Hockey Ìý12 pm – 7 pm Open Skate
ÌýMonday:	Ìý12 pm – 7 pm Open Skate
ÌýTuesday:	Ìý12 pm – 7Ìýpm Open Skate
ÌýWednesday: Ìý	Ìý12Ìýpm – 7Ìýpm Open Skate Ìý7:30 pm – 9 pm Rat Hockey
ÌýThursday:	Ìý11 am - 12 pm Senior Skate ÌýÌý Ìý12Ìýpm – 7 pm Open Skate
ÌýFriday:	Ìý12 pm – 7Ìýpm Open Skate
ÌýSaturday:	Ìý10 am – 10:45 am Stick & Puck Ìý10:45 am – 11:30 am Pond Hockey Ìý12 pm – 7Ìýpm Open Skate

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Programs

Pre-registration is required for all programs including Open Skate.

• Open Skate
  
  Open to all ages. Pre-registration is required. Open Skate schedules and blocks are subject to change.
  
  Admission: Free
  
  Skate rental: $7 for all ages
• Senior Skate
  
  For ages 50+.ÌýPre-registration is required. Open Skate schedules and blocks are subject to change.
  
  Admission: Free
  
  Skate rental: $7
• Stick & Puck and Pond Hockey

  This combined program offers 45-minutes of Stick & Puck followed by 45-minutes of Pond Hockey for one price. ÌýAll players will be required to wear a helmet (those under 18-years of age must wear a HECC approved helmet with a full-face mask), shin pads, cup and hockey gloves. ÌýSkaters must bring their own equipment, including hockey stick. Youth skaters may be on the ice with supervision.
  
  Admission (includes skate rental): $8 per person, $10 for adult & child
  
  Pre-registration is required.

  • Stick & Puck:Ìý Offers open access to the ice specifically for practicing stickhandling, skating and shooting skills. No scrimmage games or slap shots allowed.Ìý

  • Pond Hockey Practice:Ìý Practice non-contact battling up to 5-on-5 skaters. No slap shots or body checking allowed.Ìý

• Rat Hockey
  
  Rat hockey is a pick-up game available for players 18-years-old and older.Ìý All players will be required to wear a helmet, shin pads, cup and hockey gloves. Equipment is not provided. Slap shots are allowed. Body checking is not allowed.ÌýÌýA minimum of eight participants are required for rat hockey play. If eight participants are not registered the program will be canceled.
  
  Admission (includes skate rental): $10
  
  Pre-registration is required.
• Drop-In Learn to Skate Lessons
  
  This drop-in session provides instruction on the basics of balance, forward stride, starting, and stopping. ÌýRecreational or hockey helmets, gloves and knee pads are recommended.
  
  Admission (includes skate rental): $10
  
  Pre-registration is required.Ìý
• Learn to Skate Partnership
  
  FreeÌýinstructor-led ice skating lessons for children ages 5–12, presented by The University of Chicago.Ìý Skates will be provided. Registration is required. .

Accessibility

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An ice rink is considered accessible if it has an accessible path of travel onto theÌýrink.

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Sled assisted skating allows people of all abilities to skate together. These specialty sleds for both children and adults are designed with a foot guard, ABS bucket seat, footrest and pusher handle. No usage charge. ÌýReservations required by calling (312) 442-2194. ÌýPlease call to reserve 24 hours prior to your visit to the rink.

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Rules

• Skate at your own risk.
• Patrons are required to follow instructions of the Skate Assistants.
• Skaters are not allowed on the ice when resurfacing is being completed.
• Skating in a matter that endangers or interferes with the enjoyment experienced by other skaters is strictly prohibited.
• No horseplay, game playing, excessive speed, roughness or skating in a dangerous or potentially dangerous fashion will be permitted.
• No throwing snowballs or other objects at any time.
• Hockey playing is not permitted during public skating sessions.
• Only people wearing skates are allowed on ice skating rink surface.
• No more than two people may skate together.
• Skaters are prohibited from carrying children or secondary items (such as handbags, backpacks, cameras, cell phones, etc.) while on the ice.
• Always skate with the flow directed by the Skate Assistants.
• Skaters are to be continually moving and will not be allowed to stop for extended periods while on the ice.
• No sitting on or leaning over the boards.
• Eating, drinking and smoking are not permitted on skating surface.
• No alcohol allowed on the premises.
• Pets are not allowed on the premises.

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Additional Information

• Ice SkatesÌý

  • Skate rental fee is $7.

  • Skates are available in child’s size 8 through men’s size 12.Ìý Half sizes are not available.Ìý

  • Figure and hockey skates are available.

  • Figure skates run true to size, hockey skates run about 1 size bigger than your shoe size.

  • Skate Sharpening is available for $10/pair at the rink rental counter. Payment by cash or check only.Ìý
    
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• Check-In Time

  • Skaters can check in 30 minutes before the start of their scheduled session
    
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• Skate Trainers/Walkers
  • Skate trainers/walkers are availableÌýfor children who are new to skating.Ìý These devices are available on a first-come, first-served basis at all rinks, at no charge.Ìý Please inquire when visiting a rink.
    
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• Sled Assisted Skating
  • Sled-assisted skating allows people of all abilities to skate together. These specialty sleds for both children and adults are designed with a foot guard, ABS bucket seat, footrest, and pusher handle. No usage charge. ÌýReservations are required by calling (312) 442-2194. ÌýPlease call to reserve 24 hours prior to your visit to the rink.
    
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• Rentals
  • For information on hosting a private event, please email CPDicerinks@chicagoharbors.com.

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