Events
Performance Recognition Program Drop-in Schedules
December 2024
Winter Wonderland on Ice December 13–31
It is a holiday tradition to take part in this magical skating event. Special lighting and décor makes you feel as though you are skating on an outdoor pond at night. Wheel chairs and strollers are welcome.
Regular admission and skate rentals.
View all of the public skate times.
Winter Wonderland Free Leisure Skate
Free admission and skate rentals courtesy of Canadian Parents for French
Saturday, December 14, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Winter Wonderland Free Leisure Skate for Families with Children 0-8yrs
Free admission and skate rentals courtesy of OBLT, PacificCare, Sources, and Qualicum First Nations. Joins us upstairs in the multipurpose room before or after your skate for activities and crafts.
Monday, December 16, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Santa Swim
Make a decoration for the Christmas tree at Ravensong Aquatic Centre. Decorating will start December 1. Enjoy a swim with games, prizes and a Santa appearance too.
Saturday, December 21, 1-4 p.m., regular admission.
Winter Wonderland Free Leisure Skate
Free admission and skate rentals courtesy of MP Gord Johns
Saturday, December 21, 2-4 p.m.
Winter Wonderland Free Youth Skate 11-17yrs
Grab a friend and head to the rink to celebrate the holidays with a free skate on a magical Winter Wonderland.
Friday, December, 20, 6:30-8 p.m.
Winter Wonderland Free Family Skate
Free admission and skate rentals courtesy of Parksville Lions & Save-On-Foods
Sunday, December, 22, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
New Year’s Eve Family Celebration
Celebrate New Year’s Eve family style at Oceanside Place Arena. There are a lot of great activities to keep your family busy; pond hockey, disco light skate, activities, crafts, cupcake walk, and great entertainment. Tickets required and are available December 4 at Oceanside Place Arena (while available).
Tuesday, December 31, 5 - 8 p.m. Free with ticket
January 2025
Polar Bear Splash
Start the New Year with a splash. Come down to the Parksville Community Park Beach either as a spectator or participant who takes the splash. Check in onsite at 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, January 1, 12 p.m. Free
Science in the Park - Winter and Alpine Ecosystems
Mount Benson Regional Park
Saturday, January 26, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free
February
BC Family Day Free Swim
Ravensong Aquatic Centre
Monday, February 17, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
BC Family Day Free Skate
Oceanside Place Arena
Monday, February 17, 1-4 p.m.