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About Outdoor Skating Rink at Pier 8
The Outdoor Skating Rink at Pier 8 sits along Hamilton's West Harbour, a hub for family fun and public skating. Located at 47 Discovery Drive, Hamilton, ON L8L 8K4, this open-air rink is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. Operated by the Hamilton Waterfront Trust and transitioning to City ownership, the rink supports a variety of skating programs and events, from Family Skate to Night Skate, plus themed programs like Disco Sk8te. Whether you’re visiting from nearby downtown or staying along the waterfront, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats on the ice.
Hours are 10:00am–9:30pm daily, with skate rentals available at the best available price and skate trainers at the best available price. Last skate rental is at 9:00pm. For a smooth visit, plan ahead for parking, transit, and nearby dining and lodging options. We’ve included affiliate-friendly hotel and restaurant suggestions to help you maximize your waterfront outing.
Parking is planned with 300 underground spaces as part of Pier 8 development, with ongoing city discussions about underground parking to support waterfront events. In the meantime, parking options nearby include surface lots and street parking in the West Harbour area. Transit is convenient with the West Harbour GO Station nearby, plus the Hamilton Waterfront Shuttle connecting downtown to the waterfront and local bus routes servicing Discovery at Pier 8. For a comfortable stay, consider nearby hotels such as Homewood Suites by Hilton Hamilton, Sheraton Hamilton Hotel, and Admiral Inn Hamilton. We link to official hotel and dining partners to help you secure convenient accommodations and meals for your visit.
Use this page to learn about the venue, plan your visit around scheduled events like Disco Sk8te and regular skating programs, and find practical tips to reserve your skating experience. Remember, the City of Hamilton is evolving its waterfront venues, and Pier 8 remains a vibrant gathering spot for skating weather and events.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 47 Discovery Drive, Hamilton, ON L8L 8K4.
- Venue type: Outdoor public ice rink at Pier 8 (West Harbour), operated by the Hamilton Waterfront Trust (transitioning to City ownership.
- Hours and rentals: Open 10:00am–9:30pm daily; skate rental is $9.25 (plus HST) and skate trainer $5; last skate rental 9:00pm.
- Parking: 300 underground parking spaces planned as part of Pier 8 development; city discussions ongoing about underground parking to support waterfront events.
- Transit: Nearby West Harbour GO Station; Hamilton Waterfront Shuttle connects downtown to the waterfront; local bus service serves Discovery at Pier 8.
- Nearby hotels: Homewood Suites by Hilton Hamilton (40 Bay Street South), Sheraton Hamilton Hotel (116 King Street West), Admiral Inn Hamilton (149 Dundurn Street North).
- Notable events: Disco Sk8te at Pier 8 (August 25, 2023); regular Family Skate/Night Skate events and other skating programs listed by Tourism Hamilton.
- Renaming/demolition: Hamilton Waterfront Trust announced dissolution in 2025; assets and programming to be transferred to the City of Hamilton.