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[FCC1982]

I can't tell if this is satire lol. It would be way cheaper and more practical to just demolish it and rebuilt an amphitheater. 0% of the saddledome interior could be repurposed in any way

Just to be clear - I wasn’t advocating to re-furbish the Saddledome in any way.

 

[Mountain Man]

What would be better, an open air amphitheatre or a secondary arena on the Saddledome site? Both would likely need a capacity of at least 7k. An amphitheatre obviously would be cheaper, but can only be used in the warm months. An arena could attract teams like the Hitman and Calgary Surge.

CSEC don't want any other arenas taking away revenue from them, even one the size of the Corral. I think it's a shame because the Corral was perfect for smaller concerts.

 

[CallmeCatbread]

It would be cool if there was a way to repurpose some of the saddledome but I would understand if that weren't possible. All I am advocating for is whatever is put in its place has a roof that is saddledome shaped.

 

[CalgaryTiger]

If you think of a western saddle, where one side is actually much higher and wider than the other, it is a good design for an amphitheatre. Plus, the Saddledome Amphitheatre has a nice ring to it.

 

[Roaring Flames]

CSEC don't want any other arenas taking away revenue from them, even one the size of the Corral. I think it's a shame because the Corral was perfect for smaller concerts.

CSEC wouldn't have any say in what the Stampede builds on the site though?

 

[CalgaryTiger]

Does the Nutrien have year-round programming? Granted its capacity is quite small. And I don't think they ever move the dirt out.

Nutrien Western Event Centre - Calgary's Top Venue for Western Events

Experience western competitions, rodeos, and exhibitions at the Nutrien Western Event Centre, featuring a spacious arena, exhibition hall, and VIP suites.

venues.calgarystampede.com

 

[Roaring Flames]

I don't think Nutrien even has a chiller plant, does it? I believe it was built solely for horse shows.

 

[Mountain Man]

CSEC wouldn't have any say in what the Stampede builds on the site though?

Considering the Stampede was part of the deal, I'm sure they also agreed to not build a building that could compete with the new event centre. That likely doesn't include an outdoor venue though...

 

[Tothewest]

CSEC wouldn't have any say in what the Stampede builds on the site though?

There would def be "non-compete" language within the city/stampede land swap. Having a 4-5k seat music venue seems to be the trend in North America, they are going up all over the place in close proximity to arenas/ballparks. Think palace theatre but bigger. Personally, anything outdoors just doesn't make sense.