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SKY’S THE LIMIT Commonwealth Stadium has hosted a broad range of local and world-class spectator events from world cups to iconic concerts and everything in between. Recent notable events hosted at Commonwealth Stadium include the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup (and opening ceremonies), Beyoncé, One Direction, Metallica, the Canadian Football League (CFL) Grey Cup Championship, Nitro Circus and more. The stadium is also home to the Edmonton Eskimos, professional football team (CFL). With a total stadium seating capacity of 56,400 and just minutes from the city centre, this 42-acre complex promises an unforgettable experience for everyone. 2
COMMONWEALTH STADIUM AT A GLANCE SEATING SPECS: TOTAL 56,400 E AT I N G P P E R S U N O N C ESSIO C O U RSE/C S CON S U I CT EE N T R E A MEDI E AT I N G ES OW E R S S U I T L / F LO O R FIELD
COMMONWEALTH STADIUM LOCATION & ADAPTABILITY Situated on the edge of downtown Edmonton, Commonwealth Stadium’s central location is ideal for spectators from any part of the city and capital region. With the Stadium Station LRT, Park and Ride capabilities and nearly 800 on-site parking stalls, there is enough capacity to efficiently move spectators to and from events. The stadium also offers several load-in and load-out options for both the floor level and concourse areas. FIELD FACTS FOOD, BEVERAGE & MERCHANDISE • 2 Star artificial turf, meeting FIFA’s highest • Stadium concourses have a number of standards for play. The lines are painted on concessions areas that can be tailored to the playing surface, allowing for an easy specific events. transition to accommodate multiple sports, • Market Areas on the east and west side of the including football, rugby and soccer. stadium offer a great mix of food and beverage • Four Dressing Rooms, Officials Room and options and several merchandise outlets. Doping Control Station located on field level RECENT REFRESH We are constantly making facility upgrades to TOOLS & TECHNOLOGY provide the best possible experience for stadium spectator and event partners. Recent upgrades • JumboTron include: • Mid-bowl and Field Level LED Ribbon • Stadium Luxury Suite Renovations (2018) • Stadium-wide WiFi • Wayfinding and Signage Replacement (2018) • Sound system with mid-field speaker cluster • CCTV Security Camera Enhancement (2017) • HDTV supported field lighting • North End Social Fan Zone (2016) • Media centre with seating for 60+ • Mid-bowl LED Ribbon (2016) STADIUM HOSTING & VIP AREAS • 115,000 square feet of Power Blade Elite 2.5 S • 22 Luxury Suites with interior and exterior artificial turf (2015) seating available • JumboTron and speaker cluster upgrade (2014) • Jackie Parker’s Room and the Quarterback • Stadium Seat Replacement (2013) Club offer an advanced multimedia and • Stadium Locker Rooms (2013) audio system, as well as food and beverage services. Each area can accommodate up to 300 people for event hosting. 4
CLARKE STADIUM Located south-west of Commonwealth Stadium, Clarke Stadium is the original home of the Edmonton Eskimos. This facility is currently home to a professional soccer team (FC Edmonton), as well as numerous amateur sport clubs. Over the years, Clarke Stadium has also hosted concerts by the Tragically Hip, Midnight Oil and Dolly Parton. Clarke Stadium offers: • FieldTurf Revolution MP 40 artificial turf (FIFA 2 Star Certified) with sewn in soccer lines • Seating for 5,000 and a field capacity of 10,000 • Four dressing rooms • Press Box and public address system • Field lighting • Scoreboard • Concession Areas 7
COMMONWEALTH COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE The latest version of Commonwealth Community Recreation Centre opened in 2012 and offers a variety of amenities to support sporting events, meetings, recreation, conferences and concerts. 8
HOSTING AREAS/MEETING & MULTIPURPOSE ROOMS: • Five meeting rooms on Level 2 and two multipurpose rooms on Level 3 that overlook the Commonwealth Stadium field • Igloo Room overlooks the field and has capacity for event hosting and social area. It also has a separate exterior entrance • Gymnasium has a seating capacity of 500 for special events and banquets 9
RECREATION CENTRE AMENITIES INCLUDE: FIELD HOUSE (65 yards x 65 yards) Includes an indoor artificial turf surface that amounts to half of a football field, six change rooms and storage areas. Turf can be sectioned off into north and south with a divider curtain. GYMNASIUM Has hardwood floor with markings for multiple sports and retractable bleachers with seating for 200. Floor covering turns this space into a wonderful hosting space for a seated or standing event. FITNESS CENTRE Offers a full range of machines and free weight options, as well as state of the art cardio studios. There is also a running track (250m) that circles the second level of the Field House. AQUATIC CENTRE Consists of a 25m four-lane salt water pool, leisure pool, waterslide, whirlpool and steam room. 10
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edmonton.ca/commonwealthstadium commonwealthstadium@edmonton.ca 780.495.0650 11000 Stadium Road NW Edmonton, AB T5H 4E2
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