The Bentway’s wildest winter tradition returns! Brave skaters are invited to strip down to their skivvies and skate the trail for a good cause at our annual Polar Bear Skate on New Years’ Eve!
Are you bold enough to face the cold? The Bentway’s wildest winter tradition returns!
On December 31, brave skaters are invited to strip down to their skivvies and skate the trail for a good cause. Our annual Polar Bear Skate is both a clothing drive and a bold way to close out 2023 - you won’t want to miss this New Years’ Eve tradition!
Polar Bear Skate is free to attend – just bring your skates and you’re good to go. Skate rentals are also available onsite. Participants will receive a complimentary Bentway toque and hot chocolate. Not up for the chill? You can still come cheer on participants and contribute to the clothing drive! Donations of warm winter clothing will be collected onsite by New Circles Community Services and distributed to local individuals and families who are living on a limited income.
Named one of the top things to do in the GTA this December, it’s a unique experience not to miss! Hop Valley Brewing Co. will be on-site with drink samples for folks 19+ too!
Register online at: https://thebentway.ca/event/polar-bear-skate/
Free admission. Register day of, or pre-register online at: https://www.universe.com/events/polar-bear-skate-tickets-TCG4DW
Phone: (416) 304-0222
Email: hello@thebentway.ca
2023/12/31 - 2023/12/31
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This event will take place entirely outdoors at The Bentway Skate Trail.
The Polar Bear Skate is one of our most popular events. Please only participate if you feel comfortable skating with a large group of people.
Photography, video, and audio recording may occur. By participating in the Polar Bear Skate, you consent to such recording and to the release, publication, exhibition or reproduction of these recordings and photographs.
This event will go ahead rain/snow or shine, however for the safety of all participants it will not proceed if the temperature is -20°C or below.
Please note: All participants must sign a waiver before taking part in the Polar Bear Skate. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
The Bentway
250 Fort York Blvd., Toronto, ON M5V 3K9
The Bentway Skate Trail is fully accessible to mobility devices, with flat paved and wooden decked surfaces.