A synthetic ice surface in the Student Courtyard will open to skaters at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, for the start of a three-day festival of winter activities.

Sponsored by the student centre, Skate the Date promises instruction for new skaters, free refreshments, fun and games in the area between Dillon and Memorial halls.

Tuesday’s activities include open skating until 8 p.m., plus:

• hot chocolate served at noon and 5 p.m.
• a s’mores station at 12:30 and 5:30 p.m.
• warm apple cider and spiced chai at 2 p.m.
• cookie decorating at 2:30 p.m.
• a learn-to-skate clinic at 3 p.m.
• maple syrup snow candy pops at 4 p.m.

all free with the support of sponsors.

Additional events are planned for each day through Nov. 28. Find a full schedule on the centre’s website.