Calgary Flames
Venue and travel guide
Venue and location
Address
555 Saddledome Rise SE
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City
Calgary
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Phone
403-777-4646
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State
Alberta
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Venue name
Scotiabank Saddledome
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Zip code
T2G 2W1
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Parking
Cheapest
Off-site downtown lots such as the Remington Lot (~$12) or public transit; SpotHero discounted spots
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Guide url
https://www.scotiabanksaddledome.com/getting-here
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Accessible parking
Accessible parking in Lot 2 & 3 and Saddledome Lot A; also Lots 10, 8, 20 and the Remington lot north of 11 Ave SE. Prevailing rate, no in-out privileges, limited, first-come first-served
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Payment
Cashless via Calgary Parking — MyParking app, Virtual Pay Machines, and on-site "Pay Here" machines (ParkPlus); SpotHero for pre-paid
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Premium
Pass-holder parking available for Lots A, B, C or PAD (enter Stampede Park via 5th Street SE from 12 Avenue SE)
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Prepaid
Yes — Flames partner with SpotHero for discounted pre-paid parking around the arena
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Prices
Stampede lots ~$18/vehicle; Remington Lot ~$12/vehicle; general game-day/event range roughly $15-$25 (secondary sources)
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Overview
Scotiabank Saddledome offers multiple parking options as part of Stampede Park, including lots operated by Calgary Parking Authority. Event rates range from $15-$25 CAD. Pre-paid parking available. ADA parking in Stampede Park lots near accessible entrances.
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Public transport
CTrain to Victoria Park/Stampede Station; bus routes 10, 17, 24, 69, 300 serve the arena
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Tailgating
N/A — indoor arena (no published tailgating program)
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Traffic
Active Culture + Entertainment District construction restricts access; 12 Ave SE (Stampede Trail to 5th St SE) closures, plus construction north of the arena. Check the C+E Access Map (map.cedistrict.com). Arrive early from the south via 25 Ave SE where construction is less impactful
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Types
On-site Stampede Park lots (Lots 2, 3, 5, 6, A, B, C, PAD), pass-holder lots, accessible lots, and off-site downtown parkades (Platform Parkade, Remington Lot)
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Public transportation
Airport connection
From Calgary International Airport (YYC), Route 300 BRT connects downtown; transfer to the CTrain/local routes to reach Victoria Park/Stampede
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App
Calgary Transit website / My Fare app; check the Calgary Transit Service Updates page for 17th Avenue Extension impacts
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Best option
CTrain Red Line to Victoria Park/Stampede Station — strongly recommended by the venue to avoid construction-related parking congestion
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Bus routes
10, 17, 24, 69, 300
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Fare
Calgary Transit single-ride/day pass; pay via My Fare app, Connect physical card, or ticket machines (adult single ride ~$3.80; verify current rate)
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Ferry
N/A — indoor arena / not applicable (no water transit in Calgary)
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Nearest station
Victoria Park/Stampede CTrain (LRT) Station — short walk to the arena
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Overview
Calgary Transit CTrain Red Line: Victoria Park/Stampede Station and Erlton/Stampede Station are both within a 5-10 minute walk. Multiple Calgary Transit bus routes serve the area. CTrain is free within the downtown Free Fare Zone. The Saddledome is in Stampede Park, which hosts the Calgary Stampede annually.
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Rail lines
Calgary Transit CTrain Red Line (Route 201) and Blue Line (Route 202) both serve downtown; Victoria Park/Stampede is on the Red Line
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Tips
Plan ahead and arrive early; transit avoids the active district construction and parking limits around the arena
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Walking distance
Short walk from Victoria Park/Stampede Station to all Stampede Park event venues including the Saddledome
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Shuttles
Notes
The venue directs fans to Calgary Transit (CTrain + buses) rather than an official game shuttle
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Park ride
Calgary Transit Park & Ride lots along the CTrain Red/Blue lines feed into the system serving Victoria Park/Stampede Station
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Overview
No dedicated shuttle service. Calgary Transit CTrain light rail serves Stampede Park at Victoria Park/Stampede Station and Erlton/Stampede Station. Both are within walking distance.
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Bicycles
Overview
Bike racks available throughout Stampede Park near the Saddledome. The Bow River Pathway provides a scenic bike route to the arena area.
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Tips
Access via Calgary's downtown/river pathway network; confirm current bike routes given C+E District construction
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Accessibility
Accessible parking
Accessible parking in Lots 2 & 3, Saddledome Lot A, plus Lots 10, 8, 20 and the Remington lot north of 11 Ave SE; prevailing rate, no in-out, limited and first-come first-served
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Contact
General venue line 403-777-4646; Ticketmaster 1-855-682-6736 for event-specific accessible seating
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Dropoff
Two locations — NW side via Stampede Park gates at Olympic Way (refundable if vehicle leaves within 30 min), and north side via Saddledome Rise entrance at 14th Avenue & 5th Street SE
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Elevators
Two — West elevator at the West Entrance (left of the large staircase) and North elevator inside the TELUS Club Lobby. No public elevator to the floor/event level
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Fun fact
The two barrier-free entrances are marked by the large yellow exterior pillars on the West and North sides of the building
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Overview
Scotiabank Saddledome is ADA-compliant. Accessible seating on all levels. All entrances are wheelchair accessible. Elevators serve every level. Assistive listening devices and sensory kits at Guest Services.
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Restrooms
Yes — accessible restrooms available on the concourse (standard venue provision)
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Sensory
No dedicated sensory-friendly program published; venue recommends ear protection for noise-sensitive guests and notes strobe/pyro may be used at concerts
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Service animals
Qualified service dogs permitted in accordance with the Service Dogs Act, allowed anywhere the general public is allowed
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Wheelchair seating
Accessible seating in sections 102-106 and 113-116; one companion seat directly behind for Flames games. No wheelchair/accessible seating on the floor level
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Food and vendors
Cashless
Yes — fully cashless. Debit, credit, Apple Pay, Google Pay and gift cards accepted; no cash on-site
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Craft beer
Banded Peak Brewing (local Calgary craft brewery) and other craft selections
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Fun fact
The Saddledome installed Amazon's "Just Walk Out" technology, letting fans grab items and leave without stopping to pay
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Local
Local/regional concession partners on the concourse including Shorty's; premium dining at Saddleroom Grill, TELUS Club, Alumni Lounge, and Molson Hockey House
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Mobile ordering
Amazon "Just Walk Out" cashierless market for beverages, sandwiches, salads and snacks; mobile/contactless ordering available at select stands
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Notable stands
Shorty's; Amazon "Just Walk Out" market; Saddleroom Grill (premium restaurant)
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Outside food policy
Outside food and beverages are not permitted inside the venue (per official accessibility/venue policy)
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Parking Apps Accepted
MyParking (Calgary Parking) app and SpotHero for parking; venue concessions are app-based for ordering where available
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Overview
Scotiabank Saddledome features Alberta-themed concessions with local craft beer, classic arena fare, and premium dining on the club level. The Flames Team Store is on the main concourse.
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Signature food
Gyro Flatbread (red wine & fennel Greek sausage, provolone, tzatziki, Kalamata olives); Shorty's braised beef short-rib sandwich on ciabatta
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Vegetarian
Yes — vegetarian/plant-based and varied dietary options offered on the concourse (specific menu varies by event)
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Venue history
Architect
Graham McCourt Architects (now GEC Architecture)
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Construction cost
C$97.7 million (1983)
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Famous moments
Hosted figure skating and ice hockey for the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics; site of the Flames' 1989 Stanley Cup Final run (won the Cup on the road in Montreal) and the 2004 Final
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Fun fact
The saddle-shaped roof is an inverted hyperbolic paraboloid of pre-cast concrete panels on post-tension cables, spanning 122 m yet only about 60 cm thick — the source of the building's name
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Original capacity
16,605 (1983-1988); expanded to ~20,240 (1988-1995)
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Original name
Olympic Saddledome (later Canadian Airlines Saddledome, then Pengrowth Saddledome; Scotiabank Saddledome since 2010)
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Overview
Opened October 15, 1983 for the 1988 Winter Olympics. The Flames won the Stanley Cup here in 1989. Known worldwide for its distinctive saddle-shaped roof. The Saddledome will be replaced by Scotia Place (expected 2027), making the 2025-26 and 2026-27 seasons historic for Flames fans.
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Renovations
Major 1994-95 renovation (~C$37 million) adding luxury suites and modernizing the bowl; subsequent naming-rights and amenity updates
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Retired numbers
Retired Flames numbers #9 Lanny McDonald, #12 Jarome Iginla, #30 Mike Vernon, #34 Miikka Kiprusoff; 1989 Stanley Cup Championship banner
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Venue details
Capacity
19,289
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Climate
Fully enclosed, climate-controlled indoor arena located within Stampede Park
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Elevation
~3,430 ft (1,045 m) above sea level
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Levels
Lower (100s) / Club level / Upper (200s) bowl, with terrace-level suites and press levels
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Premium
Luxury/Super Suites, terrace-level suites, Club suites (4101-4140); premium clubs include TELUS Club, Sportsnet Platinum Club, Alumni Lounge, Ultra Club, Saddleroom Grill, Molson Hockey House
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Overview
Hockey seating capacity: 19,289. Ice surface: 200 ft × 85 ft. The iconic saddle-shaped roof is uniquely Calgary and limits the height of the scoreboard compared to newer arenas.
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Shared tenants
Calgary Hitmen (WHL), Calgary Wranglers (AHL), Calgary Roughnecks (NLL lacrosse), plus Calgary Stampede events and concerts
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Surface
Standard NHL ice sheet, 200 ft x 85 ft
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