{"id":7730,"date":"2026-06-12T14:10:22","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T18:10:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/toronto\/?p=7730"},"modified":"2026-08-04T16:37:03","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T20:37:03","slug":"outdoor-roller-skating","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/toronto\/outdoor-roller-skating\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to Roller Skating In Toronto and the GTA"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you’ve got in-line rollerblades from the 90’s, quad skates from the 70’s (or even a brand new pair!), dust off those old wheels because roller skating is back! Rolling around at parks, roller rinks and special events is a popular recreational activity in summer, whether you’re a newbie or want to show off your old-school moves to your kids. Check out our list of the best spots to participate in this resurgent craze with our Guide to Roller Skating In Toronto and the GTA…<\/p>\n

Outdoor Roller Skating<\/h3>\n

Roller skating is welcome at skateboard parks around town – check out our list here<\/a>! As well, outdoor rinks, parks and pathways, and skateparks have become informal meeting places where everyone is welcome to join the festivities. Note: There is no monitoring for safety or social distancing in these areas. You can join a social media group such as Roller Skate Toronto<\/a>\u00a0on Facebook to keep up with the latest happenings.<\/p>\n

Toronto<\/strong>
\n<\/strong><\/span>Alexandra Park<\/a> – 275 Bathurst Street, Toronto
\nThe Bentway<\/a> – 250 Fort York Boulevard, Toronto (Closed in June-July 2026 due to FIFA World Cup 26\u2122\ufe0f events, Reopening in August)<\/em>
\nCollege Park<\/a> – 420 Yonge Street, Toronto
\nColonel Samuel Smith Park<\/a> – 3145 Lake Shore Boulevard, Etobicoke
\nGreenwood Park<\/a> – 150 Greenwood Avenue, Toronto
\nHigh Park Rink<\/a> – 300 Colborne Lodge Drive, Toronto
\nKew Gardens<\/a> – 2075 Queen St. East, Toronto
\nLeaside Spur Trail<\/a> – East of Leslie Street between York Mills and Eglinton Ave. East, Don Mills\/North York
\nMartin Goodman Trail<\/a> – Waterfront from Humber Bridge to Balmy Beach,\u00a0Toronto
\nRiverdale Park East Rink<\/a> – 550 Broadview Ave., Toronto
\nToronto Islands<\/a> – Centre Island, 9 Queens Quay West, Toronto
\nTrinity Bellwoods Park<\/a> – 790 Queen St. West, Toronto
\nUnderpass Park<\/a> – 29 Lower River Street, Toronto
\nVanderhoof Skatepark (in Leonard Linton Park<\/a>) – 60 Research Road, East York
\nWallace Emerson Park<\/a> – 1260 Dufferin Street, Toronto<\/p>\n

Further Afield<\/strong>
\nHamilton Waterfront Outdoor Rink – Pier 8<\/a> – 47 Discovery Drive, Hamilton – Skate rental available
\nRichmond Green Sports Centre<\/a> – 1300 Elgin Mills Road East, Richmond Hill<\/p>\n

Indoor Roller Skating<\/h3>\n

Scooter’s Roller Palace<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>
\nAddress:<\/strong> 2105 Royal Windsor Drive, Mississauga
\nThis 24,500 square-foot space features a huge rink with terrazzo surface, perfect for roller skating! It’s a good idea to check their schedule as they host both all-ages and adult sessions.<\/p>\n

Retro Rollers<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>
\nAddress: <\/strong>563 Highland Road West, Lower Level, Kitchener
\nThis new roller rink in Kitchener hosts events in the summer, plus courses and classes around Southern Ontario.<\/p>\n

Roller Skating Event Organizers<\/h3>\n