Cheap Date: The Rink at Wade Oval

Check back every Friday for Cheap Date: one weekend event or activity that won't break the bank.

Catching up with out-of-town family and friends. Shopping for presents. Buying groceries to cook elaborate meals. The fact that people spend a lot of dough during the holidays is nothing new.

Tame your winter spending spree with an event that won't drain your account — ice skating at Wade Oval.

Where: The Rink at Wade Oval, 10820 East Blvd., Cleveland

When: Open weekends Dec. 4 through Jan. 29; weekdays Dec. 19 through Dec. 31 (Closed Christmas Day and New Year's Day.) Visit University Circle's website for more information about hours and call 216-707-5033 for daily information as they are subject to change.

Price: Free admission, skate rental $3

Website: http://www.universitycircle.org/events/2011/12/the-rink-at-wade-oval