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, Basketball, 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	Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri Thurs	12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. 12:00p.m. to 1:30p.m.	Multiplex Gym	Starts Monday September 12/22 and runs until Friday May 19/23 Cancelled: October 14, 17, November 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, December 7, 8, 9, 22, 23, 24, 30, May 11, 12
Basketball (15 years and older)	Saturday Sunday	6:00p.m. to 7:30p.m. 2:00p.m. to 3:30p.m.	Multiplex Gym	Starts Saturday October 15/22 and runs until Sunday December 4/22 Cancelled: November 5 and 13
Lawn Bowling	Tuesday	2:00p.m. to 3:00p.m.	Fieldhouse NWTel Field	Starts Tuesday September 6/22 and runs until June 20/23
Tennis	Mon, Tues, Wed, Thur, Fri	12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.	Fieldhouse NWTel Field	Starts Tuesday September 12/22 and runs until Friday May 19/23 Cancelled: September 30, October 10, November 11, December 7, 8, 9, April 7, 10, April 20, 21, 27, 28
Climbing Wall	Mon-Fri	9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.	Fieldhouse	Not available: Tuesday October 4, November 1, December 6 7pm to 9pm
Climbing Wall	Sat-Sun	9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.	Fieldhouse	Not available: Saturday October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 19, 26, December 3 9am to 12pm
Play Area	Mon-Fi	9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.	Fieldhouse
Play Area	Sat-Sun	9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.	Fieldhouse

Skating

**Weekend Skating Schedule**
Program	Day	Time	Location	Updates
Public Skate	Saturday	6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.	Multiplex Shorty Brown Arena	start date Saturday, September 17
Public Skate	Sunday	1:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.	Multiplex Shorty Brown Arena	TBA

**Weekday Skating Schedule**
Program	Day	Time	Location	Updates
Public Skate	Wednesday	6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.	Multiplex Shorty Brown Arena	TBA
Public Skate	Monday - Friday	12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.	Multiplex Ed Jeske Arena	start date Tuesday, September 6
Adult Shinny	Monday - Friday	12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.	Multiplex Shorty Brown Arena	start date Tuesday, September 6

*Skating Schedule last updated August 25, 2022

What to Expect

Registration and check-in

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

For Tennis, Basketball, Pickleball, and Ultimate

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 will be chairs placed 2m apart for you to change into appropriate footwear. There are no dressing rooms available.

For Public Swims

Regular pool operating hours will continue at this time with staff monitoring the water every hour, and sanitizing all touchpoints and surfaces several times a day. 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.