Bowness Park Rentals Hours / Location
We operate the Boathouse, Skate Shop and Mini-Train.
For park hours, facilities, or cookhouse bookings, go to The City of Calgary - Bowness Park
Winter Ski & Skate Shop hours
2021–2022
Winter rentals are closed for the season.
Winter: December–March
Dec. 18–Jan. 2
Daily: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Dec. 25 (Grand Opening)
11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Jan. 7–Mid March*
Friday: 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
*Weather permitting
Skate rentals end 30 minutes before closing to allow for returns.
Ice Bikes are only available on Saturdays and Sundays, last rental: 5:30 p.m.
Summer Boathouse & Rental Kiosk hours
2022
Rent canoes, kayaks, and pedal boats at the Boathouse.
Purchase Mini-Train Tickets and rent Surrey Bikes at the Rental Kiosk. First Train: 11 a.m. Last Train: 6:45 p.m.
Spring: May 20 – June 26
Fridays: 2 – 8 p.m. (last rental 7:15 pm)
Saturdays and Sundays: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. (last rental 7:15 p.m.)
Summer: July and August
Daily: 10 a.m.– 8 p.m. (last rental 7:15 pm)
Fall: September
Fridays: 2 – 8 p.m. (last rental 7:15 pm)
Saturdays and Sundays: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. (last rental 7:15 p.m.)
The dates and hours of operation are weather dependent. In the event of a severe weather warning or poor weather, all boats will be called off the lagoon for the safety of our customers, and the boathouse will close.
Boat rentals end 30 minutes before closing to allow for returns.
Questions?
E: bowness@ucalgary.ca during operational hours.
T: 403-220-7430 during operational hours.
Bowness Park
Location
The Boathouse, Mini-Train and Skate Shop are located near the park entrance, close to the west side of the lagoon.
8900 48 Ave NW Calgary, AB T3B 2B2
Parking
There is free parking at the facility.