Winter City
The temperatures are dropping, and the days are getting shorter. Rather than dread the arrival of winter’s chill, why not embrace it instead?
Warm up to the idea of embracing winter by enjoying a wide range of activities and events. From ice skating to Light the Lights, there is something for everyone.
So get outside and discover the beauty and fun of winter in Regina. Winter is waiting for you.
Explore this page to uncover the countless ways to enjoy winter in Regina. Share your adventures to motivate others to join in on the fun!
The temperatures are dropping, and the days are getting shorter. Rather than dread the arrival of winter’s chill, why not embrace it instead?
Warm up to the idea of embracing winter by enjoying a wide range of activities and events. From ice skating to Light the Lights, there is something for everyone.
So get outside and discover the beauty and fun of winter in Regina. Winter is waiting for you.
Explore this page to uncover the countless ways to enjoy winter in Regina. Share your adventures to motivate others to join in on the fun!
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Community Fire Pits
Extend your stay and play this winter! Community Fire Pits will help residents enjoy, stay and play in the outdoors for longer periods by offering a warm-up station and an additional light source in the winter months. Firepits are available noon to 11 p.m. daily and residents wishing to use the firepits are asked to bring their own seasoned firewood.
Gocki Park – 445 14 Ave
Les Sherman Park – 2404 Elphinstone St
Mount Pleasant Sports Park – 750 Winnipeg St
Regent Park – 3600 McKinley Ave
Ruth M Buck Park – 6208 Sherwood Drive
Kinsmen Park South - 3310 Queen St
Hopson Park - 3100 Rochdale Ave
Glencairn Park - 2626 Dewdney Ave E
Firepit Safety Tips
Always check if there is a fire ban before starting a fire
One adult (19 +) must be present and in charge of the fire
Use kindling or newspaper to start the fire safely
Do not ignite fire with lighter fluid, gasoline or alcohol
Use your own clean seasoned firewood or manufactured fire logs
Keep small children and pets 3 feet away from the fire
Have a water source to quickly put out the fire if needed
Have a first aid kit on hand
Put out fire before you leave
Put litter in designated receptacles or take it home
Do not use trees or park materials in the firepit
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Crokicurl
Take the classic Canadian board game Crokinole and combine it with the favorite Saskatchewan pastime of curling and you get crokicurl! A game for people of all ages and abilities. View the rules.
Crokicurl is run by select Community Associations and is available for free. Residents can access crokicurl during supervised hours at the following rinks:
McVeety Park - Hillsdale Community Association
Ruth M Buck Park - Northwest Community Association
McDermid Rink - NorthEast Community Association
Rink at City Square (Pat Fiacco Plaza) – RDBID
Gocki Park Rink – Al Ritchie Community Association
Residents are asked to avoid skating on the crokicurl playing surface.
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Cross-country Ski Trails
The City’s cross-country ski trail at the Tor Hill golf course is open once again this year. The 9 km trail has beginner, intermediate and expert areas. The trail is loopy like flower petals to allow less experienced skiers to get off at different intervals, depending personal fitness for distance. The trail offers a double wide path with the choice of a skate skiing track or a classic cross-country ski track. The trail is open daily from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., weather permitting. Groomed fat bike trails will also be introduced during the 2023/24 winter season.
Regina Ski Club
The Regina Ski Club offers over 35km of Nordic ski trails in and around Regina for all ages. They offer programs, events and trips for beginner, recreational, competitive and adaptive skiers. They have also introduced groomed walking trails. -
Skating
We offer eight indoor arenas, 50 outdoor skating rinks and six shinny sites.
Speed Skating Oval
Mount Pleasant Sport Park Long Track Oval
Open to public Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 4 to 11 p.m.
*No public access Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.
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Tobogganing
Come out to one of the City's 19 designated toboggan hills.
Toboggan at your own risk. Helmets are highly recommended. Do not walk up the sledding path. Toboggan areas are not maintained or supervised. In case of emergency, call 9-1-1. Stay safe and have fun!A.E Wilson - 6617 8th Ave
Coventry Park - 20 Coventry Rd
Dr. Ferguson Park - 129 Brotherton Ave
Fairchild Park - 5350 Aerodrome Rd
French Park - 1055 N McIntosh St
Hopson Park - 3100 Rochdale Blvd
Lakewood Park - 6024 Whelan Dr
Mount Pleasant - 750 N Winnipeg St
Pascoe Park - Bowl Sledding Hill – 3199 19th Ave
Plains Minnow Park - 3401 Green Lily Rd
Prince William Park - 3860 Buckingham Dr
Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Park - 111 E Broadway Ave
Regent Pool Park - 560 Elphinstone St
Ripplinger Park - 4070 Chuka Dr
Ruth M Buck - 6208 Sherwood Drive
St. Anne Park - 342 N Halifax St
Stewart Russell Park - 1912 E 7th Ave
Walker School - 5637 7th Ave
Rick Hansen Optimist Playground - 1010 McCarthy Blvd
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Year-round BBQs
If a winter picnic is your thing, grab your hot cocoa and head out to one of the four winter BBQ sites offered by the city. We will clear the snow but you'll need to provide briquettes, cozy blankets and hot dogs.
A.E. Wilson Park/Rick Hansen Playground -1010 McCarthy Blvd
Rotary Park - 2650 Regina Ave
Optimist Park - 1720 Empress St
Grassick Park - 5325 Dewdney Ave
Who's Listening
Key Dates
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November 25 → December 30 2023
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December 26 → December 30 2023
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January 26 → February 03 2024
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February 09 2024
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March 01 → March 10 2024