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Jurassic Park
Thousands of fans gather outside the arena in Jurassic Park during playoff games, creating one of basketball's greatest fan traditions.
arena · Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Scotiabank Arena
“The Hangar” · Scotiabank
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1999Opened
19,800Capacity
IndoorRoof
Artificial Ice / HardwoodSurface
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The basics
About Scotiabank Arena
Downtown Toronto arena on Bay Street, home of the Maple Leafs and Raptors since 1999 and connected to Union Station.
- Type
- arena
- Sports
- Basketball
- League
- NBA
- Nicknames
- The Hangar, Scotiabank
- Location
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Time zone
- America/Toronto
- Status
- active
FormerlyAir Canada Centre
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Landmarks, traditions & experiences
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PerformersIconic
The Raptor Mascot
The Raptor's acrobatic dunks, stunts, and crowd interaction have become legendary throughout the NBA.
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"Go Leafs Go!" Chant
Leafs fans use the unmistakable three-part "Go Leafs Go!" chant, accompanied by rhythmic clapping throughout games at Scotiabank Arena.
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"Düp Düp" Goal Celebration
For many home goals, the Leafs use "Düp Düp" by Mickey Krause, with fans bouncing and chanting its repetitive "düp düp" refrain.
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Goal SongIconic
"Panama" for Original Six Goals
When Toronto scores against an Original Six opponent, the arena has used Van Halen's "Panama" as a special alternate goal song.
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"Leafs Forever" Singalong
Fans sing and clap along to "The Maple Leaf Forever," particularly the Leafs-themed "Leafs Forever" rendition, connecting the crowd to the franchise's historic identity.
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1967 Stanley Cup Exhibit
1967 Stanley Cup exhibit — the Leafs' last championship and a nation's longing.
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Auston Matthews Era
Auston Matthews era — franchise superstar and the modern hope of Leafs Nation.
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Canada's Team Legacy
Canada's Team legacy — the only NBA franchise north of the border and a nation's pride.
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Championship Run Exhibit
Championship run exhibit — the 2019 playoff journey from Kawhi's buzzer-beater to the parade.
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Darryl Sittler Legacy
Darryl Sittler — ten-point game legend and Leafs icon of the 1970s.
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Dave Keon Legacy
Dave Keon — Conn Smythe winner of the 1967 Stanley Cup, the Leafs' last championship.
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DeMar DeRozan Legacy
DeMar DeRozan — franchise scoring leader and beloved Raptors star.
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Franchise Timeline
Complete Raptors franchise timeline from 1995 expansion to the 2019 NBA championship.
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Greatest Leafs Moments
The greatest moments in Maple Leafs history — from the Gardens to Matthews era nights.
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Greatest Raptors Moments
The greatest moments in Raptors history — from Carter's dunk contest to the 2019 parade.
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Johnny Bower Legacy
Johnny Bower — the China Wall and goaltending legend of the 1960s dynasty.
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Jurassic Park History
Jurassic Park history — from Maple Leaf Square watch parties to a global phenomenon.
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Kawhi Leonard Legacy
Kawhi Leonard — Finals MVP of the 2019 NBA championship run.
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Kyle Lowry Legacy
Kyle Lowry — franchise icon and heart of the 2019 championship team.
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Leafs Hall of Fame
The complete Maple Leafs Hall of Fame — every blue and white immortal.
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Leafs vs Bruins Rivalry
Leafs vs Bruins rivalry — Original Six battles and playoff heartbreak.
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Leafs vs Canadiens Rivalry
Leafs vs Canadiens rivalry — the greatest hatred in all of hockey.
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Maple Leaf Gardens Legacy
Maple Leaf Gardens legacy — the cathedral of hockey and thirteen Stanley Cups.
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Mats Sundin Legacy
Mats Sundin — captain and the greatest Maple Leaf of the modern era.
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NBA Growth in Canada
NBA growth in Canada — how the Raptors expanded basketball across the country.
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Original Six History
Original Six history — the Maple Leafs and a century of NHL tradition in Toronto.
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Pascal Siakam Legacy
Pascal Siakam — Most Improved Player and cornerstone of the 2019 championship team.
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Raptors Hall of Fame
Raptors Hall of Fame — Carter, Lowry, Leonard, and every We The North immortal.
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Toronto Basketball History
Toronto basketball history — from expansion to We The North and an NBA championship.
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Toronto Hockey History
Toronto hockey history — Original Six pride and the heart of Canadian hockey.
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Vince Carter Legacy
Vince Carter — Air Canada and the player who put Toronto basketball on the map.
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We The North Era
We The North era — the movement that united Canada behind the Toronto Raptors.
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Wendel Clark Legacy
Wendel Clark — Captain Clark and the heart of Leafs Nation in the 1990s.
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Carlton the Bear
Carlton the Bear — the beloved Maple Leafs mascot on every hockey night.
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Jurassic Park Outdoor Broadcast
Jurassic Park outdoor broadcast — thousands watching on the big screen in Maple Leaf Square.
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Maple Leaf Square Events
Maple Leaf Square events — pregame energy in downtown Toronto before Leafs and Raptors games.
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Canada's Team
Experience Canada's Team — the only NBA franchise north of the border live in Toronto.
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First Leafs Game at Scotiabank Arena
Your first Maple Leafs game at Scotiabank Arena — Original Six pride in downtown Toronto.
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First Raptors Game at Scotiabank Arena
Your first Raptors game at Scotiabank Arena — We The North in downtown Toronto.
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Hockey Night in Canada
Experience Hockey Night in Canada — the nation watches when the Leafs play at home.
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Leafs vs Bruins
Original Six hatred when Boston visits Scotiabank Arena.
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Leafs vs Canadiens
The greatest rivalry in hockey when Montreal visits Scotiabank Arena.
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Leafs vs Senators
Battle of Ontario when Ottawa visits Scotiabank Arena.
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Maple Leaf Gardens Exhibit
Visit the Maple Leaf Gardens exhibit — the cathedral of hockey and the Leafs' sacred legacy.
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NBA Finals Game
NBA Finals at Scotiabank Arena — the pinnacle of basketball in Toronto.
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Raptors vs Bucks
Eastern Conference battles when Milwaukee visits Scotiabank Arena.
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Raptors vs Celtics
Eastern Conference rivalry when Boston visits Scotiabank Arena.
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Raptors vs Knicks
Cross-border rivalry when New York visits Scotiabank Arena.
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Saturday Night Sellout
Experience a Saturday night sellout — 18,800 Leafs Nation at full voice in Toronto.
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Stanley Cup Final Game
Stanley Cup Final at Scotiabank Arena — the pinnacle of hockey in Toronto.
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Military Appreciation Nights
Military appreciation nights honoring service members at Scotiabank Arena.
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Community Nights
Community nights celebrating Toronto and Canadian sports culture.
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Architecture
Air Canada Centre Legacy
The arena carries decades of Toronto sports history.
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Signature
Maple Leaf Square
Maple Leaf Square, the plaza shared by Raptors and Maple Leafs fans.
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Architecture
North America's Basketball Capital
The arena represents Canada's NBA presence.
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Architecture
Two-Sport Arena Home
Shared with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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Architecture
Union Station Connection
Direct access to Toronto's major transportation hub.
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History
1967 Stanley Cup
Celebrates the last championship era.
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Displays
2019 Championship Exhibit
Exhibit on the 2019 title run and the Kawhi moment.
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History
Darryl Sittler
Honors the franchise legend.
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History
DeMar DeRozan
Honors the franchise star.
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History
Hockey Hall of Fame Connection
Reflects Toronto's place as hockey's cultural capital.
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History
Kawhi Leonard
Celebrates the 2019 championship run.
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Kyle Lowry Tribute
Tribute to Kyle Lowry, the heart of the 2019 title team.
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History
Maple Leafs Legends
Honors franchise icons.
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History
Mats Sundin
Celebrates the longtime captain.
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History
Toronto Maple Leafs Retired Numbers
Honors legends including Sundin, Sittler, and others.
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History
Toronto Raptors Retired Numbers
Honors franchise legends.
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History
Vince Carter
Celebrates the player who helped popularize basketball in Canada.
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Experience
Leafs Nation
The massive global fan community.
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Experience
Leafs Store
Official merchandise destination.
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Experience
Maple Leaf Square Watch Parties
The famous outdoor fan gathering experience.
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Experience
Raptors Store
Official merchandise destination.
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Experience
The North Side
The passionate Raptors fan community.
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Experience
The Raptor
The mascot experience.
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Experience
Toronto Basketball
Combines NBA basketball with Canada's largest city.
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Experience
Toronto Hockey
Combines NHL history with Canada's hockey culture.
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Experience
Toronto Maple Leafs Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes access.
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Experience
Toronto Raptors Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes arena access.
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Experience
We The North
The iconic Raptors fan identity.
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Statue
Legends Row
Bronze statues of Maple Leafs immortals on the plaza outside Scotiabank Arena.
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Displays
Maple Leafs Hall of Fame
Honors Maple Leafs greats from the Original Six Cups through the modern era.
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Displays
Hockey Hall of Fame (nearby)
The Hockey Hall of Fame at Brookfield Place — a short walk from Scotiabank Arena.
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Original Six Displays
Exhibits on the Maple Leafs’ Original Six heritage and Maple Leaf Gardens.
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Team Legacy Wall
Wall on Raptors franchise legacy.
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Toronto Hockey Heritage
Displays celebrating Toronto as a hockey capital — Gardens, the Hall, and the Leafs.
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Displays
Alumni Display
Display honoring Maple Leafs alumni and franchise legends.
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Displays
Raptors Championship Display
Display of the Raptors' 2019 NBA championship.
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Historic Marker
Jurassic Park Entrance
Jurassic Park, the outdoor fan zone at Maple Leaf Square.
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Displays
Canada Basketball Heritage
Displays tying the Raptors to Canada basketball.
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Historic Marker
Fan Plaza
Fan plaza outside Scotiabank Arena.
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Special Event
Theme Nights
Special theme nights throughout the Leafs and Raptors seasons.
Through the years
History
Names
- 1999-2018Air Canada Centre
- 2018-presentScotiabank Arena
Home teams
- 1999-presentToronto RaptorsNBA
- 1999-presentToronto Maple LeafsNHL
- 1999-presentDayton DragonsMiLB (High-A)
- 2001-presentDallas MavericksNBA
- 2001-presentDallas StarsNHL
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