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Parks Programs & Events
The Portage Parks system is multi-faceted with activities and opportunities for families and people of all ages. Parks enhance the quality of life in Portage by providing recreational and social benefits. Whether you are a resident or visitor, a variety of recreational opportunities are available for your enjoyment. To view additional information or register for any of these Parks & Recreation events or activities, click on the purple registration button to the right for a full list.
PHOTO CONTEST
Along with the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, Portage Parks & Recreation is seeking submissions of photos from all seasons. Winning photos will be selected from four categories: Seasonal Changes; Outdoor Recreation; Flora, Fauna & Wildlife; and Youth (14 years and under). Photos must be taken in a City of Portage park by June 14, 2021. Limit three entries per category, per person. Photos will be judged by a panel of area photography professionals with prizes awarded for first, second and third place in each category. Entry costs are $10 for up to three entries per category, except Youth; $5 for up to three entries in the Youth category (i.e., maximum $30 for nine entries). Prizes: 1st - $75; 2nd -$35 and 3rd -$25 for each of the four categories. Please read the official contest rules. Good Luck!
» October 1 - June 14
» FREE
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ICE RINK AT MILLENNIUM PARK
(280 Romence Road)
Due to the current COVID-19 mandate, the Ice Rink at Millennium Park will open on December 10 - NOT December 3 as originally scheduled. The rink will remain open only as allowed by state mandates and current COVID-19 restrictions. Please watch our Facebook page for future announcements.
The large outdoor refrigerated rink features skate rentals, skate sharpening, snack concessions, restrooms, lockers and an excellent skating surface! Please call 324-9200 for current Ice Rink information. Ice resurfacing occurs from 3:30 - 4:30 PM on weekends and daily from December 17 - January 10.
December 10 to December 16 & January 4 to March 7
Monday - Wednesday................................CLOSED
Thursday & Friday......................................3 - 9 PM
Saturday & Sunday....................................12 - 9 PM
December 17 to January 3
Daily............................................................12 - 9 PM
December 24 & January 1..........................12 - 5 PM
Christmas Day ............................................CLOSED
RATES:
- Open Skating - $5
- Skate Rental - $3
- Skate Sharpening - $5
- Skate Card (expires March 7, 2021) - $25
Ten punches, each good for one:
- Open Skate
- Skate Rental
- Skate Sharpening