Wednesday December 31, 2025, 3 to 7 pm - doors will open at 2:30 pm

NEW Location: Preston Memorial Auditorium 1458 Hamilton St, Cambridge, ON N3H 3G5

Come ring in the New Year with the City of Cambridge with an evening packed with free activities for all ages on and off the ice.
Festivities will include:
  • free public ice skating on 2 ice pads,
  • one with fantastic light up DJ rink, one family rink, and skate and helmet rentals,
  • a Turbo Max inflatable obstacle course,
The arena concession stand will be open with snacks and drinks for purchase.

Ice skating

  • Upon arrival, each family will be offered 1 hour of skating at a time of their choice. Ice times are limited for the safety of everyone. Skate times: 3 to 3:50 pm, 4 to 4:50 pm, 5 to 5:50 pm and 6 to 6:50 pm.
  • To obtain your free skate wristband for one of the ice times, you will need to check-in with Event Staff at the multipurpose room off the main lobby prior to going onto the ice. 
  • Each ice time is subject to a maximum number of skaters, first come first served basis. 
  • Skating will be available on the DJ rink with dimmed lighting and the Family rink will play family friendly music.
  • Skate aids are permitted on the Family rink only and are not available to rent.  Please bring your own if necessary.
  • Helmets are recommended while skating. 
  • We are pleased to offer free skate and helmet rentals available with identification. Quantities and sizes are limited and will be rented on a first come, first serve basis. It is recommended to bring your own skates/helmets if you can to avoid disappointment.  Skate rentals must be returned as quickly as possible after use to ensure they can be available for the next skate time. 
  • The helmet and skate rentals are available in dressing room 6 located near the South Rink at the Preston Memorial Auditorium.  Please take note of signage and ask a volunteer for assistance if needed, or ask a staff or volunteer. 
  • Skate sharpening is not available at the arena.
  • Strollers are not permitted on the ice rinks. 

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Event is proudly sponsored by and helmet and skate rentals provided by:

 

 cambridge road runners logo     hespeler minor hockey logo         YMCA LogoRegion of Waterloo Logo

Parking

Parking available within the Preston Memorial Auditorium property, and small lot across the street located at the Karl Homuth Arena. 

Traveling by bus

Visit the Grand River Transit (GRT) website for the best route and schedule that is right for you.

Accessibility

If you require assistance while at the event, please find a staff or volunteer. All staff and volunteers will be identified. 

For questions regarding accessibility for any event listed above, contact Inclusion and Accessibility Services.

Volunteer with the Festival

Volunteers are an important part of Cambridge Winterfest's success. Multiple volunteer roles are available from November 15 to December 31, 2025. Volunteering is a great way to collect volunteer hours or to give back to your community. For more information or to apply visit our volunteer webpage. 

Corporate and group volunteer opportunities are available. For more information contact the Volunteer Coordinator. 

Contact us

For more information on Winterfest email the event staff or call 519-623-1340 ext., 4277.