Join us in celebrating the opening of the new Community Recreation Centre from August 21 to 23.
The City of North Bay is excited to welcome the public to the official opening of the North Bay Community Recreation Centre with a weekend of free activities, demonstrations, and family-friendly events.
The festivities begin with an official ribbon cutting ceremony, followed by skating, fitness activities, a family movie night and opportunities to explore the new facility over the weekend. Whether you're joining us for a scheduled activity or simply stopping by to have a look around, everyone is welcome.
Official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Friday, August 21 at 11 a.m.
Join members of Council, project partners, and special guests as we officially open the North Bay Community Recreation Centre with a ribbon cutting ceremony.
Following the ceremony, visitors are invited to explore the facility and take part in the day's activities.
Join in
The grand opening weekend features a variety of activities designed to get you moving, exploring, and having fun.
Enjoy public skating, family activities, and drop-in programming in the community room, or simply stop by to experience North Bay's newest recreation facility. All activities are free, and registration is not required.
Friday, August 21
| Activity | Time | Location |
| Grand Opening | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Community Recreation Centre |
| Family Skate | 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Ice Pad B |
| Shinny Hockey (Ages 8 to 14) | 12:45 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. | Ice Pad A |
| VON Exercise Class | 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. | Community Room |
| Figure Skating Shinny | 3:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. | Ice Pad A |
| Adult Dance Fit | 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. | Community Room |
Saturday, August 22
| Activity | Time | Location |
| Senior Dance Fit | 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. | Community Room |
| Tai Chi | 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Community Room |
| Family Fun Activities | 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | Community Room |
| Family Skate | 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | Ice Pad B |
| Family Movie Night: Goat (2026) | 8:30 p.m. | Outdoors |
Sunday, August 23
| Activity | Time | Location |
| Family Zumba | 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Community Room |
| Family Skate | 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Ice Pad B |
| Adult Shinny Hockey | 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. | Ice Pad A |
See it in Action
Watch local sports organizations and community groups showcase the new facility with games, practices, demonstrations, and performances throughout the weekend.
Friday, August 21
| Activity | Time | Location |
| Men's Lakers Hockey | 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Ice Pad B |
| West Ferris Ringette Association | 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Ice Pad B |
| U15 AAA Trappers | 6:15 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. | Ice Pad A |
| U18 AAA Trappers | 7:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. | Ice Pad A |
Saturday, August 22
| Activity | Time | Location |
| Star Skate (North Bay Skating Club) | 8:15 a.m. to 10:05 a.m. | Ice Pad A |
| Hockey for Beginners | 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. | Ice Pad B |
| Intro to Star Skate (North Bay Skating Club) | 10:05 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. | Ice Pad A |
| U18AA Junior Lakers v. Sudbury | 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Ice Pad B |
| North Bay Battalion practice | 12:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. | Ice Pad A |
| Junior Lakers association skate | 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Ice Pad B |
| Platoon Hockey | 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Ice Pad B |
| U12AA Trappers | 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. | Ice Pad A |
| U16AA Trappers | 4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. | Ice Pad A |
| U14AA Trappers | 5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. | Ice Pad A |
Sunday, August 23
| Activity | Time | Location |
| Discover the North Stars | 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. | Ice Pad A |
| NDA game | 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Ice Pad B |
| North Stars practice | 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. | Ice Pad A |
| Youth Synchro (Northern Edge) | 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. | Ice Pad B |
| Adult Synchro (Northern Edge) | 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | Ice Pad B |
OPENING WEEKEND HOURS
Friday, August 21
11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 22
7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sunday, August 23
11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
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