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	Will run until Friday May 19/23 Cancelled: December 8, 9, 22, 23, 24, 30, May 11, 12
Basketball (15 years and older)	Sunday	2:00p.m. to 3:30p.m.	Multiplex Gym	January dates to be announced
Lawn Bowling	Tuesday	2:00p.m. to 3:00p.m.	Fieldhouse NWTel Field	Will run until June 20/23 Cancelled: December 27
Tennis	Mon, Tues, Wed, Thur, Fri	12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.	Fieldhouse NWTel Field	Will run until Friday May 19/23 Cancelled: December 7, 8, 9; 28, 29 and 30; April 7, 10, April 20, 21, 27, 28
Climbing Wall	Mon-Fri	9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.	Fieldhouse	Not available: December 6 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Climbing Wall	Sat-Sun	9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.	Fieldhouse
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	No public skating on December 3 and 10 due to Minor Hockey Tournament and the Arctic Winter Games Trials

**Weekday Skating Schedule**
Program	Day	Time	Location
Parent and Tot	Tuesdays and Thursdays	11 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.	Multiplex Shorty Brown Arena
Public Skate	Wednesday	6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.	Multiplex Shorty Brown Arena
Public Skate	Monday - Friday	12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.	Multiplex Ed Jeske Arena
Adult Shinny	Monday - Friday	12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.	Multiplex Shorty Brown Arena

*Skating Schedule last updated November 9, 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.