WeStreet Ice Center Guide: Public Skating, Lessons and Hockey in Tulsa

Public ice has always been in short supply in a warm-weather city like Tulsa. That improved in March 2024, when the Tulsa Oilers opened the WeStreet Ice Center at the Promenade in midtown. It is the team’s practice home and front office, but most of the people walking through the doors on a given day are not pro hockey players — they are kids in their first skating class, adults in beer-league games, figure skaters and families looking for something to do on a hot Oklahoma afternoon.

Here is a practical guide to what the rink offers and how to make the most of a visit.

Two rinks, two personalities

The East Rink is the showpiece. It has stadium-style seating and hosts Oilers practices, games, tournaments and special events. During the 2026-27 season the Oilers will even play regular-season games there — against Kansas City on December 5 and Wichita on December 6 — which gives fans a rare chance to watch pro hockey from a few feet away.

The West Rink is built for the public. It is where open skating sessions happen, and it is set up for beginners, with benches and tables around the ice and skating walkers for anyone who wants a little extra support.

Public skating at WeStreet Ice Center

Public skate sessions run regularly, with weekday sessions often scheduled around the lunch hour and extra time on weekends and some evenings. Times shift with the hockey schedule, school holidays and special events, so always check the current calendar before you go.

First time on skates? A few suggestions:

• Dress in layers. Long pants and a light jacket are perfect; gloves protect hands if you fall.
• Wear thin socks. Thick socks make rental skates fit worse, not better.
• Lace tightly around the ankle. Most wobbling comes from loose skates.
• Bend your knees. Standing straight-legged is the fastest way to fall backward.
• Use a walker if you need one. Nobody minds, and kids learn faster when they are not scared.

Learn to Skate and figure skating

The rink runs Learn to Skate classes for both children and adults. These group lessons are the best starting point for anyone thinking about hockey or figure skating, because they teach balance, stopping and falling safely before adding sticks or jumps. Skaters who want to go further can move into the freestyle program, which serves figure skaters from beginner to advanced levels.

Hockey for kids and adults

WeStreet hosts hockey leagues for both youth and adult players. For kids, the usual path is Learn to Skate first, then an introductory learn-to-play program, then a team at the right age group. For adults, recreational leagues welcome players with a wide range of experience — it is never too late to start. Contact the rink for current divisions, registration dates and equipment requirements.

If you are buying gear, the in-house pro shop, Sledge’s Den, carries skates and hockey equipment, offers skate sharpening and maintenance, and sells Oilers merchandise. Before you shop, our guide to hockey equipment for beginners explains what you need and what you can buy used.

Food, parties and amenities

• Puck’s Sports Bar & Grill upstairs overlooks the action, making it a good spot for parents watching practice.
• A downstairs concession stand covers quick snacks like hot dogs, pretzels and nachos.
• A second-floor arcade with air hockey tables looks out over the ice.
• Party rooms and game rooms can be booked for birthdays; packages typically combine skating time with a private room.
• A mother’s room near the West Rink offers a private space for nursing and changing.

Why it matters for Tulsa hockey

A city’s hockey culture grows from the bottom up. Ice time is the biggest limit on how many kids can try the sport in a southern city. Two new sheets of ice mean more lessons, more teams and more chances for a child who first sees the Oilers at the BOK Center to actually pick up a stick. Over time, that is how a minor-league town becomes a hockey town.

Looking for other places to skate this winter? Our guide to ice skating in Tulsa compares WeStreet with holiday rinks downtown and in Bixby. You can also read local coverage of the rink’s opening day from The Bull Tulsa.

Schedules, prices and programs change regularly. Confirm details directly with the WeStreet Ice Center before your visit. Tulsa Hockey is an independent publication and is not affiliated with the rink or the Tulsa Oilers.