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
NEW this year: Skate rentals have moved to the Boathouse. Rent cross-country skis at the old Skate Shop by Seasons of Bowness Park.
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*
WEEKENDS ONLY
Friday: 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
*Weather permitting
Skate and ski rentals end 30 minutes before closing to allow for returns.
Ice Bikes—last rental: 6:30 p.m.
E: bowness@ucalgary.ca during operational hours.
T: 403-220-7430
Summer Boathouse Hours
THE BOATHOUSE IS CLOSED FOR THE SEASON
Summer: July–Sept
Sunday–Saturday: 10 a.m.– 8 p.m. (last rental 7:15 pm)
Fall: September
Monday–Thursday: closed
Fridays: 2 p.m.– 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 dependant. 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.
E: bowness@ucalgary.ca during operational hours.
T: 403-220-7430
Mini-Train Hours of Operation
THE MINI-TRAIN IS CLOSED FOR THE SEASON
Tickets are available from 10:00am.
First Train: 11a.m.
Last Train: 7 p.m.
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.