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CHICAGO—The Chicago Park District is excited to host the 107th Silver Skates Speed Skating Competition at 6 public ice rinks throughout January. Skaters ages 6 and older can compete in a speed skating time trial for free. The series culminates at the Citywide Championship on January 20, 2024 at McFetridge Sports Center, located at 3843 N. California Ave.

“Like so many traditions within the Chicago Park District, Silver Skates is a long-standing tradition that invites skaters to break a sweat without breaking the bank,” said General Superintendent and CEO Rosa Escareño. “Lace up your skates, buckle up your helmets and come out and compete with friends, family, and neighbors!”

Each of our skating rinks are ready for spectators and skaters alike. Registration is available now at chicagoparkdistrict.com/silver-skates to race at a park near you. Check-in begins at 5:15 p.m. on each race day, and races begin at 5:30 p.m.

The following locations are hosting local speed skating meets:

  • Tuesday January 9, 2024 at Midway Plaisance Park, 1130 Midway Plaisance North. Check-in at 5:00 p.m. and at 5:30 p.m. races begin.
  • Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at McKinley Park, 2210 W. Pershing Rd. Check-in at 5:00 p.m. and at 5:30 p.m. races begin.
  • Thursday, January 11, 2024 at Mt. Greenwood Park, 3721 W. 111th St. Check-in at 5:00 p.m. and at 5:30 p.m. races begin.
  • Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at McFetridge Sports Center (Indoor), 3843 N. California Ave. Check-in at 5:00 p.m. and at 5:30 p.m. races begin.
  • Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at Warren Park, 6601 N. Western Ave. Check-in at 5:00 p.m. and at 5:30 p.m. races begin.
  • Thursday, January 18, 2024 at Wentworth Park, 5625 S. Mobile Ave. Check-in at 5:00 p.m. and at 5:30 p.m. races begin.

*Outdoor rinks are weather dependent. Pre-register to receive ice rinks and competition status updates.

Citywide Championship

The Citywide Championship will take place indoors at 10:00 a.m. on January 20, 2024, at McFetridge Sports Center, located at 3843 N. California Ave. Up to 5 skaters in the children’s division will advance to the Citywide Championship. Immediately following the children’s competition, the adult division championship will take place.

Skate Distance by Age

Each age group skates a specific distance. For details, visit chicagoparkdistrict.com/silver-skates.