New pictures show impressive progress on future Calgary Flames arena
It seems every time one drives past the soon-to-be home of the Calgary Flames, more progress has been made.
After beginning construction on Scotia Place in July 2024, this building has quickly turned into far more than just a hole in the ground. In fact, plenty of the building is well above ground, with sections of what will be the upper bowl already well underway.
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The month of February saw construction crews continue to work on more exterior framing and panelling. Progress is also continuing to be made on the Flames’ dressing room, as well as therapy, treatment, and team spaces.
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When construction first began, the goal was to have this building ready in time for the 2027-28 season. That continues to be the plan, and is seemingly coming to fruition given that Calgary was named one of the host cities for the 2028 World Cup of Hockey.
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“It looks like it’s going to be a spectacular, first-class, state-of-the-art arena, and I’m excited about it, and Flames fans will be excited about it when they have a chance to experience it,” NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said earlier this month. “It’s going to be great for the City of Calgary to have this type of facility, which, in addition to hosting the Flames, will be able to host concerts and other events that don’t currently come to Calgary.”
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This arena will feature plenty of amenities, including four restaurants, a cafe, and several outdoor gathering spaces for fans without tickets to still come down and enjoy game-day action. It will also include a 1,000-seat community arena for local sports.
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While there is plenty of excitement regarding the new rink, it’s a bit of a bittersweet feeling for many. Once completed, the City of Calgary has announced that the Saddledome, which has served as the home of the Flames since 1983, will be torn down within two years.
Not having the Saddledome as part of Calgary’s skyline will take some getting used to, but it should all be worth it once fans are able to experience Scotia Place.
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