City of Dawson Creek Recreation

City of Dawson Creek Recreation View more recreation opportunities in Dawson Creek at www.dawsoncreek.ca. You can find sports fields, playgrounds and parks located throughout the community.

The Community Services Department (Parks & Recreation) has a host of programs and recreation facilities open to everyone:

The Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre hosts not only two swimming pools, but also a rock climbing wall, an indoor playground and access to the indoor Wayne & Bev Dahlen Walking Track. The Kin and Memorial Arenas offer public skate, drop in hockey and dry floor drop in programs after the ice season is done. Many recreation drop in programs and courses are offered in our local schools.

🧪 Get ready to experiment, explore and discover with Lab Rats!Designed for children ages 6–12, Lab Rats gives young scie...
10/01/2026

🧪 Get ready to experiment, explore and discover with Lab Rats!

Designed for children ages 6–12, Lab Rats gives young scientists the chance to learn through hands-on experiments, challenges and discoveries while building curiosity and problem-solving skills.

Participants can expect:
🔬 Hands-on science experiments
🧠 Opportunities to explore STEM concepts through learning and discovery
💡 Activities that encourage curiosity and problem-solving
🤝 A fun, collaborative environment to learn and explore

📝 Registration required

👉 Find full details and register at www.dawsoncreek.ca/register.

🏅 Our September 16-October 28 Multisport Minis is in progress, and we’re still taking registrations! The program is def...
10/01/2026

🏅 Our September 16-October 28 Multisport Minis is in progress, and we’re still taking registrations! The program is definitely running, so there’s still time to register your little one and join the fun!

👶 MULTISPORT MINIS | Ages 2–5 | REGISTER NOW!

Participants will explore the basics of basketball, T-ball, soccer, relays, obstacle courses, and introductory gymnastics/tumbling through fun, active sessions.
REGISTER NOW to join the fun, or plan ahead for the next session starting November 4!

SET 1: (ongoing, register now!)
🗓️ Starts September 16, 2026
⏰ 10:00 am–10:45 am

SET 2: (plan ahead!)
🗓️ Starts November 4, 2026
📅 6 weekly sessions | No session November 11

⏰ 11:00 am–11:45 am
📍 Kin Arena Sports Floor – South End (1101 106 Ave)

👉 Register and find full program details at dawsoncreek.ca/register.

💦Catch a Free SwimBring the whole family for a fun day at the Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre!📅Date: Sun October 4🕘Time: 12:00...
09/29/2026

💦Catch a Free Swim
Bring the whole family for a fun day at the Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre!

📅Date: Sun October 4
🕘Time: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
🪙Locker tokens are available for only 50 cents

❤️A huge thank you to our sponsor - Birchcliff Energy Ltd.

👉For details, visit: www.dawsoncreek.ca/pool

⚒Catch a Free ClimbBring the whole family for a fun day at the Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre!📅Date: Sunday October🕘Time: 1:3...
09/29/2026

⚒Catch a Free Climb
Bring the whole family for a fun day at the Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre!

📅Date: Sunday October
🕘Time: 1:30pm - 5:00pm
🪙Locker tokens are available for only 50 cents & shoe rentals are available for climbing.

❤️A huge thank you to our sponsor - Birchcliff Energy Ltd.

👉For details, visit: www.dawsoncreek.ca/pool

🏊 2026 Pool Program Registration is OPEN!The Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre has a variety of programs available for all ages ...
09/29/2026

🏊 2026 Pool Program Registration is OPEN!

The Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre has a variety of programs available for all ages and skill levels, including:

🏊 Swim Lessons
💪 Fitness Programs
⭐ Certification Classes

Whether you’re looking to build confidence in the water, stay active, or work toward a new certification, there’s something for everyone.

Spots can fill up quickly, so don’t wait to register!

🔗 Register now at dawsoncreek.ca/register

🏒 Score Some Ice Time at the Last-Minute Rate!Planning to hit the ice this week? The following times are available at Me...
09/29/2026

🏒 Score Some Ice Time at the Last-Minute Rate!

Planning to hit the ice this week? The following times are available at Memorial Arena:

💰 Book within 7 days of the available time and pay the last-minute rate of $115.32 per hour, plus GST.

🏒 Friday, October 2 | 10:15 pm–11:30 pm
🏒 Saturday, October 3 | 10:15 pm–11:30 pm
🏒 Sunday, October 4 | 9:45 pm–11:30 pm

Ovintiv Events ice starts October 5th!

Ice time can be booked in 15-minute increments. Insurance is required.

✅ Call 250-784-3604 or email [email protected] to book your time slot.

✅ Grab insurance for your booking through the online portal on our website: www.dawsoncreek.ca/facilities-and-rentals

🏊 The annual pool shutdown is almost over!The Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre will reopen on Saturday, October 3 following its...
09/29/2026

🏊 The annual pool shutdown is almost over!

The Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre will reopen on Saturday, October 3 following its annual maintenance shutdown. 🎉

Thank you for your patience while our team completed important maintenance and improvements to help keep the facility running safely and smoothly.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back to the pool! 💦

📅 Reopening: October 3, 2026
📍 Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre

All public City facilities run by City Staff will be closed from 8:30am to 1:00pm on Friday, October 2 to accommodate an...
09/29/2026

All public City facilities run by City Staff will be closed from 8:30am to 1:00pm on Friday, October 2 to accommodate an All Staff Meeting for City of Dawson Creek employees.

Coming together as an organization is important for continuing to provide great customer service across all City departments, and to recognize the people that keep our city running.

Facilities that will be closed are:
🚫City Hall Services at the Dawson Creek Mall
🚫Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre
🚫Kin and Memorial Arenas
🚫Visitor Information Centre

📅 Truth and Reconciliation Day Hours – Wednesday, September 30🏒 Memorial ArenaClosed to the public but open for previous...
09/28/2026

📅 Truth and Reconciliation Day Hours – Wednesday, September 30

🏒 Memorial Arena
Closed to the public but open for previously booked user groups (Figure Skating & Minor Hockey).

🏐 Kin Sports Flooring
Closed for the day. All sports are cancelled.

ℹ️ Regular operations and programming at both facilities will resume on Thursday, October 1.

⛸️ FREE Sunday Public Skating at the Memorial Arena!We’re excited to share that Cenovus Energy Inc. is sponsoring Sunday...
09/23/2026

⛸️ FREE Sunday Public Skating at the Memorial Arena!

We’re excited to share that Cenovus Energy Inc. is sponsoring Sunday Public Skates for the 2026/2027 season, making them FREE for the community! 🎉

The first sponsored skate kicks off Sunday, September 27, with free Sunday skates continuing throughout the season until April 11.

⛸️ Admission is FREE
🪖 Skate and helmet rentals are FREE while supplies last — a limited number are available.

Plus, watch for some special themed skates throughout the season, including our Halloween Skate, Santa Skate, St. Paddy’s Skate and Art on Ice!

A huge thank you to Cenovus Energy Inc. for their generous sponsorship and for helping provide accessible recreation opportunities for our community. ❤️

👉 Swipe to see all sponsored skate dates and visit dawsoncreek.ca/arena-schedules for the full arena schedule and more drop-in opportunities.

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Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

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