FREE! Chicago Blackhawks inflatable rink

Time: 5:30-8:30 pm
Location: GCIC Parking Lot and Outdoor Picnic Area

Drop by to play some street hockey and games without the ice! Special sticks and balls are provided. Bring your energy for this exciting experience!

Additional outdoor activities: chalk the sidewalk around the ice center with back-to-school messages and dance around at our outdoor bubble station.

FREE! public sessions & skate rental

Glow Skate
Time: 6:40-8:30 pm
Location: Rink A
free glow sticks, give-aways and skating under the disco ball. No need to pre-register.

Public Session
Time: 7:30-8:30 pm
Location: Rink B
Skate with us while enjoying time with family or friends. No need to pre-register.

FREE! ice bumper car rides

Time: 6:15-8:10 pm
Location: Studio Rink

Gear up for an epic 10-mnute ice bumper car ride! We’ll schedule 7 riders per slot, with a quick 5-minute break between rides. Ages 6 and up can join, but don’t forget to sign the waiver. Sign up for a time slot at the event.

FREE! RapidShot & RapidHands Demos

Time: 6:15-7:15 pm
Location: Dryland Training Room

Learn how our RapidShot and RapidHands off-ice systems can help to improve your hockey stick handling performance. No need to pre-register.

FREE! face painting

Time: 6-8 pm
Location: Great Hall

Let a talented artist transform your face into a masterpiece to shine on or off the ice. No need to pre-register.

Registration Desk & Youth Hockey League info table

Time: 5:30-8:30 pm
Location: Great Hall

Stop by the registration desk to learn more and register for fall figure skating, hockey, speed skating and karate programs.

Meet our Hockey Director and staff to learn more about hockey development classes for ages 3+ and our Youth Hockey League. Your child can get sized for their jersey, and register for a USA Hockey number.