09/02/2026
❄️ The 2026/27 Pre-Season Season Pass Sale starts TODAY! ❄️
Winter might still feel a little ways away… but it’s never too early to get your season pass locked in.
Get ready for another winter of skiing, snowboarding, tubing and good times at Optimist Hill. 🎿🏂🛷
And there’s a little extra incentive to get in early:
🎟️ Every season pass purchased during September will be entered to win an additional 5-Pack Punch Card — good for 5 visits to use for skiing, snowboarding OR tubing!
Ready to get yours?
👉 Visit optimisthill.ca and click on SHOP to grab your 2026/27 Season Pass.
Questions? Email [email protected] and we’ll get back to you after the long weekend.
See you on the hill! ❄️
08/30/2026
It’s officially the final day of our summer season at Optimist Hill, and we’re going out on a sweet note!
To cap off the summer, every single cone purchase today comes with a free chocolate bar of your choice. It’s also your last chance to get entered to win a 5-pack pass when you spend $20 or more, so come grab an affogato, an ice cream float, or your favorite snack and soak up the day!!
Bring the family down to enjoy Diefenbaker Park and help us give summer the ultimate send-off! We are open from 1 PM to 8 PM today, so drop by before we wrap things up until the snow falls. See you on the hill! ☀️🍦🍫✨
08/27/2026
🍦 Ice Cream & Big Wins: Don't Miss Out! 🍦
Summer is winding down, but we’re going out on a sweet note! This is your final weekend of the season to grab your favorite scooped ice cream at Optimist Hill!
Don't forget about our ongoing promo: whenever you spend $20 at the hill, you'll be entered for a chance to win a 5-Pack of Passes for the upcoming winter season!
👀 Psst... wanna get a head start on winter? Keep your eyes peeled because starting September 1st, we’re launching our Pre-Season Early Bird Season Pass Sale! Get ready to secure the best rates of the year before anyone else.
Come snag a scoop, treat the family, and get entered to win. See you on the hill! ☀️
08/23/2026
Pre-supper snack or post-supper treat? Why not both! It’s our second-to-last weekend open at Optimist Hill. Grab an affogato, an ice cream float, or some ice cream nachos, and enjoy Diefenbaker Park while you're here.
Bonus: Spend $20 or more and you’ll automatically be entered to win a 5-pack pass! We’re open until 8 PM tonight—see you on the hill! 🍨✨
08/18/2026
Summer is flying by, but we’re squeezin’ out every last scoop! 🍦✨
We have just TWO weekends left at our summer ice cream shop before we start getting the hill ready for the winter season.
Stop by to hang out, grab your favorite sweet treat, and support Optimist Hill! Plus, every visit over $20 enters you to win our 5-Pack Contest! 🎟️
⏰ Hours (August 20 – August 30):
• Thursday & Friday: 5 PM – 8 PM
• Saturday & Sunday: 1 PM – 8 PM
Come enjoy the sunshine with us before snow season arrives! ☀️🏔️
08/13/2026
🍦 WINTER ADVENTURE CONTEST 🍦
August 13 – August 30, 2026
Spend $20 or more at Optimist Hills Ice Cream Shop and you’ll automatically be entered for your chance to WIN:
🎿 A 5-Pack for Ski, Snowboard, or Tubing Visits for the upcoming winter season!
How to Enter: Make a purchase of $20 or more at Optimist Hills Ice Cream Shop between August 13 and August 30, 2026.
Each qualifying purchase will receive one entry into the contest.
Prize: One lucky winner will receive a 5-Pack of Ski, Snowboard & Tubing Visits to enjoy during the upcoming winter season.
A winner will be randomly selected following our summer's closing date and contacted using the information provided with their entry.
See you out on the hill! ❄
08/07/2026
Exhibition week is done, but summer at Diefenbaker Park is still in full swing! ☀️🍦
Strolling through the park to enjoy the gorgeous weather? Playing a little disc golf? Deciding where you stand on the new plastic rock art installation? 🪨💬 Either way, you’ve earned a treat!
🍨 Open This Weekend:
• Today (Friday): 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Sat & Sun: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
08/01/2026
Beat the summer heat with a scoop (or two!) at Optimist Hill! We've got a fresh lineup of incredible ice cream flavours waiting for you—including refreshing sorbets and lactose-free options so everyone can indulge.
⏰ NEW WEEKEND HOURS
Saturday: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🍨 Here is our current flavour menu:
Fun & Unique: Campfire S'mores, Shark Attack, Salted Caramel Cookies & Cream, Root Beer Float, New York Cherry Cheesecake, Peanut Butter Crunch, Coffee Bean, Rum Raisin, Maple Walnut, Tiger, Bubble Gum
The Classics: Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Cookies and Cream
Refreshing Sorbets & Lactose-Free: Lemonade Sorbet, Sangria Sorbet, Strawberry Sensation (Lactose-Free), Coconut (Lactose-Free)
Grab the family, call up your friends, and head on up the hill for the best sweet treats and views in town! ☀️ Scoop you there!
07/30/2026
What an incredible night at the Hill! 🍦🚗✨
A massive thank you to the Saskatoon Antique Auto Club and everyone who cruised down in their vintage and classic rides Tuesday night to Optimist Hill.
From gorgeous hot rods and retro pickup trucks to timeless muscle cars, the turnout was absolutely fantastic!
There’s nothing quite like sweet ice cream, warm summer weather, and a hill filled with amazing cars and great community vibes.We can't wait to see you all again! 🍦🏎️
📸 Drop your photos from Tuesday night in the comments below!