Drop-in Programs

Interested in running a Drop-in Program?

The City of Yellowknife offers a variety of drop-in programming such as Lawn Bowling, Cricket, Volleyball, Tennis and Pickleball. We are currently seeking residents who share an interest or skill that would be interested in running sessions as available. Commitment can be as little as 90 minutes a week! New program suggestions are always welcome. For more information, email cs@yellowknife.ca.

Admission Fees

The City is pleased to offer you a variety of admission and pass options. View our Consolidated Facilities Fees.

Available Programs

Drop-in Activities

Program	Day	Time	Location	Updates

Pickleball Noon hour	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri	12pm-1:30pm	Multiplex Gym	September 26 to May 2
Pickleball Evening Hour	Monday and Wednesday	5:30 pm- 7:15 Pm	Multiplex Gym	January 8 to April 30 Cancelled: All STAT Holidays
Lawn Bowling	Tue	2-3pm	Fieldhouse NWTel Field	October 8 to May 27 Cancelled: March 18, 25
Tennis	Wed- Fri	12pm- 1:30pm	Fieldhouse NWTel Field	October 16 to May 2 Cancelled: March 14, 19, 20, 26, 27 All STAT Holidays
Climbing Wall	Mon-Fri	9am- 9pm	Fieldhouse	Cancelled: August 26, 27, 28 September 27, October 25, November 1, 29 9:00am to 11am
Climbing Wall	Sat-Sun	9:30am- 6pm	Fieldhouse
Play Area	Mon-Fri	9am- 8pm	Fieldhouse
Play Area	Sat-Sun	9:30am- 6pm	Fieldhouse

Skating

**Weekday Skating Schedule**
Program	Day	Time	Location	Updates
Parent and Tot (Starting October 1)	Tuesdays and Thursdays	11 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.	Multiplex Shorty Brown Arena
Public Skate (Starting August 27)	Monday - Friday	12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.	Multiplex Ed Jeske Arena
Public Skate (Starting September 25)	Wednesday and Saturday	6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.	Multiplex Shorty Brown Arena	Cancelled on: February 22, March 8, April 5, 12, and 24
Public Skate (Starting September 22)	Sunday	2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.	Multiplex Shorty Brown Arena	Cancelled on: February 23, March 9, April 6, 20, and 27
Family Skate (Starting September 22)	Sunday	1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.	Multiplex Shorty Brown Arena	Cancelled on: February 23, March 9, April 6, 20, and 27
Adult Shinny (Starting August 27)	Monday - Friday	12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.	Multiplex Shorty Brown Arena	Cancelled on: April 18

*Skating Schedule last updated February 4, 2025

What to Expect

Registration and check-in

Upon arrival at the facility, please check-in with the front desk for payment.

For Flag Football, Tennis, Volleyball, Pickleball, Lawn Bowling and Cricket

After checking in, go to your assigned player bench to change footwear and play. After activity you have 10 minutes to leave the facility.

Please bring your own equipment, only Pickleball paddles are available for rent.

For Shiny

After checking in, go to your assigned dressing room no more than 15 minutes prior. After activity you have 15 minutes to leave the facility.

For Public Skates

After checking in, there are dressing rooms available.

For Public Swims

Regular pool operating hours will continue at this time with staff monitoring the water every hour. We ask residents who become ill to stay home and look after themselves and encourage those you know are sick to do the same. The main pool and hot tub facilities will be available for use.