Skating on the Rideau Canal
Skating on the Rideau Canal
Grab your skates and explore the Rideau Canal Skateway! In winter, the historic Rideau Canal becomes the world’s largest skating rink. The ice extends 7.8-kilometres and runs through the heart of downtown Ottawa. Take our virtual tour for 360° views of this famous skateway.
Activities on the Rideau Canal Skateway during Winterlude:
- Winterlude Triathlon
- Annual Bed Race
- Great Canadian Beaver Cup Pond Hockey Classic
- Eco-Art exhibition
- skating demonstrations
- and more!
Vendors are located along the skateway, allowing you to rent skates or grab a warm drink right from the ice. Vendor and activity locations are marked on the Rideau Canal Skateway map.
For more information, visit the Rideau Canal Skateway section of our site.
