The TOP-7 Largest NHL Hockey Arenas In Canada 2020
What is the biggest NHL Stadium in Canada?
The Bell Center arena located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada has the largest capacity of all Canadian NHL arenas with a capacity of 21,273 people. Also, it is the largest ice hockey arena in the world. It’s a Multifunctional Sports Complex where hockey, football, basketball, MMA fights, concerts, theater performances can take place.
7 Biggest NHL Hockey Arenas In Canada
Hockey in Canada is the most popular sport and there are a lot of Canadians among the best players in the NHL. Moreover, it is believed that Canada is a birthplace of organized ice hockey and the first match in world history was played in Montreal on March 3, 1875, at Montreal’s Victoria Skating Rink. As ice hockey so popular here, do not be surprised that Canada has the largest hockey arena in the world! Let’s find out which National Hockey League arenas are in the TOP-7 of the biggest in Canada.
Current Seat Capacity: 15,294
Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba
Home NHL Team: Winnipeg Jets
Year Opened: 2004
There are 15,294 seats in this arena. It was opened in 2004 in Winnipeg. The entire complex covers an area of 440,000 square feet and is used not only for hockey matches but also for concerts. The arena is home to Winnipeg Jets (NHL) and Manitoba Moose (AHL) hockey teams. This is the smallest NHL arena in Canada
6. Rogers Place
Current Seat Capacity: 18,347
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Home NHL Team: Edmonton Oilers
Year Opened: 2006
Canada’s newest and most modern hockey arena, completed in 2006. The arena is used for hockey and basketball matches as well as music concerts. On the construction of the entire complex spent $604.5 Million Canadian dollars and the owner is сity of Edmonton. Homeplace for Edmonton Oilers (NHL) and Edmonton Oil Kings (WHL)
5. Canadian Tire Centre
Current Seat Capacity: 18,652
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Home NHL Team: Ottawa Senators
Year Opened: 1996
The entire complex covers an area of 600,000 square feet. It is one of the best arenas in terms of infrastructure. In addition to the ice arena, it includes many restaurants, cafes, a hotel, souvenir shops for hockey fans. Thanks to convenient transportation and parking lots, it is one of the favorite vacation spots for Ottawa residents.
The arena is home to the Ottawa Senators hockey team.
4. Scotiabank Arena
Current Seat Capacity: 18,800
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Home NHL Team: Toronto Maple Leafs
Year Opened: 1999
Scotiabank Arena is an entertainment complex with a hockey arena with 18,800 seats. Covers an area of 665,000 square feet. Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto Rock (NLL), Toronto Phantoms (AFL) are home teams for this stadium.
3. Rogers Arena
Current Seat Capacity: 18,910
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Home NHL Team: Vancouver Canucks
Year Opened: 1995
3rd largest ice hockey arena in Canada with a seating capacity of 18,910 people. Home arena for Vancouver Canucks (NHL), Vancouver Warriors (NLL) and Vancouver Titans (OWL). Owned by Canucks Sports & Entertainment
2. Scotiabank Saddledome
Current Seat Capacity: 19,289
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Home NHL Team: Calgary Flames
Year Opened: 1983
Scotiabank Saddledome is a multi-use indoor arena with a capacity of 19,289 seats. It takes place of 474,000 square feet and located in Calgary, Alberta. This is the second biggest NHL arena in Canada by capacity and the oldest one from our TOP-7. Homeplace for three ice hockey teams: Calgary Flames (NHL), Calgary Hitmen (WHL) and Calgary Roughnecks (NLL)
1. Bell Centre
Current Seat Capacity: 21,273
Location: Montreal, Quebec
Home NHL Team: Montreal Canadiens
Year Opened: 1996
The Bell Center is the largest hockey arena in Canada and the entire world. Its seat capacity is 21,273 people. It is a very modern and technological venue for various shows, concerts, performances, and sports matches. Homeplace for Montreal Canadiens (NHL).
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