Shifting gears for winter

Once again, I'm starting to regain lost weight now that the biking season is over and the weather is too dismal to do anything outdoors. I really enjoyed skating last year, but the outdoor rinks didn't open until mid-January because of the inconsistent temperature. I'm going to try indoor rinks this winter, starting now. If I can force myself out the door into the November chill I'm going down to The Depot for the skating rink opening day. Despite the inordinate cost ($8 admission!). It's the only indoor rink open on a Wednesday night.

When does the downtown traffic clear up? I'm thinking maybe 7? (The rink is purportedly open until 9).