Stadiums / Scotiabank Saddledome
Scotiabank Saddledome
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Calgary
Stadium information
- Type
- arena
- Capacity
- 17,100
- Opened
- 1983
- Roof
- Indoor
- Surface
- Artificial Ice
- Home teams
- Calgary Roughnecks
- League
- NHL
- Sports
- sport_lacrosse
- Categories
- sport_hockey, sport_lacrosse
- Timezone
- America/Edmonton
- Status
- active
- Address
- [object Object]
- Location
- Calgary
- Nicknames
- The Saddledome, The Dome
Iconic Calgary arena known for its saddle-shaped roof.
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Home team history
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Calgary Wranglers
1983-present · AHL
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Calgary Flames
1983-present · NHL
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Calgary Hitmen
1983-present · Canadian WHL
Features · Architecture
Canadian Olympic Legacy
Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday
The venue hosted events during the 1988 Winter Olympics.
The Saddle Roof
Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday
The iconic saddle-shaped roof makes the arena one of the most recognizable buildings in Canada.
Features · History
1989 Stanley Cup
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Celebrates Calgary's championship season.
Atlanta Flames
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Connects with franchise origins.
Calgary Flames Retired Numbers
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Honors Lanny McDonald, Jarome Iginla, and others.
Flames Legends
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Honors franchise icons.
Jarome Iginla
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Honors the franchise scoring leader.
Lanny McDonald
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Celebrates the Hall of Fame forward.
Features · Experience
C of Red
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
The passionate Flames fan community.
Calgary Flames Stadium Tours
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Behind-the-scenes arena access.
Flame Thrower
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
The famous pregame and scoring effects.
Flames Store
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Official merchandise destination.
Red Mile
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
The famous playoff street celebration.
Stampede City Hockey Culture
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Combines hockey with Calgary's western identity.
Traditions
C of Red Iconic Must experience
Crowd Ritual · Throughout the arena, gameday
Every playoff game transforms the Saddledome into the famous "C of Red," with nearly every fan wearing a red Flames jersey.
"Red!" Anthem Shout Iconic Must experience
Songs & Music · Throughout the arena, gameday
During both national anthems, Flames fans loudly yell "RED!" whenever the word appears in the lyrics.
Ring of Fire Goal Song Iconic Must experience
Goal Song · Throughout the arena, gameday
Following every Flames goal, Johnny Cash's "Ring of Fire" plays while fans sing the chorus.
Scorching Flamethrowers Iconic Must experience
Pregame Ritual · Throughout the arena, gameday
After every Flames goal and player introductions, giant flames shoot from the scoreboard above center ice.
"Go Flames Go!" Chant Iconic Must experience
Crowd Chant · Throughout the arena, gameday
Thousands of fans clap in rhythm while chanting "Go Flames Go!" throughout the game.
Wranglers Heritage
Stadium Experience · Throughout the arena, gameday
The return of the historic Wranglers name reconnects Calgary with one of its classic hockey brands.
Flames Pipeline
Stadium Experience · Throughout the arena, gameday
Fans closely follow future Calgary Flames prospects.
Western Heritage
Stadium Experience · Throughout the arena, gameday
The club incorporates Alberta's ranching and western traditions into promotions.
Hitmen Legacy
Stadium Experience · Throughout the arena, gameday
The Hitmen are one of the WHL's premier franchises, known for elite attendance, NHL player development, and championship success.
Scotiabank Saddledome
Stadium Experience · Throughout the arena, gameday
Playing in an NHL arena provides one of the premier game-day experiences in junior hockey.
Teddy Bear Toss
Crowd Ritual · On ice after first goal, Teddy Bear Toss night
The annual Teddy Bear Toss is one of the largest in the world, often setting attendance and donation records.
Bullseye
Mascot & Entertainment · Throughout the arena, gameday
Bullseye entertains fans throughout every home game.
C of Red Junior Style
Crowd Ritual · Throughout the arena, gameday
Supporters create a sea of red during marquee games and playoff matchups.
Roughnecks Identity
Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, matchday
The team represents Calgary's western toughness and energy.
Rough House Tradition
Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, matchday
Fans create a famous intimidating home atmosphere.
Cowboy City Pride
Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, matchday
The club reflects Calgary's western identity.
Red & Black Tradition
Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, matchday
The colors represent generations of fans.
History & timeline
1989 Stanley Cup Championship Iconic Must experience
Championship Banners · Championship Plaza, 1989 exhibit
1989 Stanley Cup championship — McDonald hoists the Cup and Calgary celebrates.
2004 Stanley Cup Run Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Championship Plaza, 2004 exhibit
2004 Stanley Cup run — Iginla, Kiprusoff, and Game 7 heartbreak in Tampa.
Al MacInnis Legacy Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, MacInnis gallery
Al MacInnis — Norris Trophy winner and the hardest slap shot in Flames history.
Battle of Alberta History Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, Battle of Alberta wing
Battle of Alberta history — Flames vs Oilers for provincial hockey supremacy since the 1980s.
Calgary Hockey History Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, Calgary hockey exhibit
Calgary hockey history — from the Atlanta Flames to C of Red and Western Canadian pride.
Flames Hall of Fame Iconic Must experience
Hall of Fame · Hall of Fame area, main concourse
The complete Flames Hall of Fame — every immortal from McDonald to Iginla.
Flames vs Canucks Rivalry Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, rivalry exhibit
Flames vs Canucks rivalry — Pacific Northwest battles for Western supremacy.
Flames vs Oilers Rivalry Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, rivalry exhibit
Flames vs Oilers rivalry — the fiercest provincial rivalry in Canadian hockey.
Forever A Flame Program Iconic Must experience
Hall of Fame · Forever A Flame area, main concourse
Forever A Flame — the highest honour for franchise legends at the Saddledome.
Franchise Timeline Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, timeline exhibit
Complete franchise timeline from Atlanta to Calgary, 1989, and the Iginla era.
Greatest Flames Moments Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, greatest moments gallery
The greatest moments in Flames history — from McDonald's Cup to Iginla's magic.
Jarome Iginla Legacy Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, Iginla gallery
Jarome Iginla — franchise icon, Olympic gold medalist, and the face of modern Flames hockey.
Lanny McDonald Legacy Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, McDonald gallery
Lanny McDonald — mustachioed captain and hero of the 1989 Stanley Cup championship.
Miikka Kiprusoff Legacy Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, Kiprusoff gallery
Miikka Kiprusoff — Vezina Trophy winner and anchor of the 2004 Stanley Cup run.
Mike Vernon Legacy Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, Vernon gallery
Mike Vernon — Conn Smythe Trophy winner and the backbone of the 1989 Cup run.
Olympic Hockey History Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, Olympic hockey wing
Olympic hockey history — the 1988 Winter Games and the Saddledome on the world stage.
Playoff History Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, playoff exhibit
Playoff history — 1989, 2004, and every spring when C of Red fills the Saddledome.
Saddledome History Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, Saddledome history wing
Saddledome history — from 1983 Olympic opening to one of sports' most iconic roofs.
Theo Fleury Legacy Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, Fleury gallery
Theo Fleury — the fiery spark plug and fan favorite who defined Flames passion.
Western Canadian Hockey Legacy Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, Western Canada wing
Western Canadian hockey legacy — prairie passion and Alberta hockey culture.
Entertainment
Harvey the Hound Iconic Must experience
Mascot · Throughout the arena, gameday
Harvey the Hound — the NHL's first mascot and symbol of Flames gameday fun.
Forever A Flame Ceremonies Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Forever A Flame area, induction ceremonies
Forever A Flame induction ceremonies celebrating Flames immortals.
Red Mile Events Iconic Must experience
Fan Festival · Red Mile, pregame and postgame
Red Mile events on 17th Avenue — Calgary's legendary playoff celebration strip.
Flames Ice Crew Iconic
Live Performance · Ice level and concourse, gameday
Flames Ice Crew performances energizing the crowd between periods.
Military Appreciation Nights Iconic
Special Event · Throughout the arena, military appreciation games
Military appreciation nights honoring service members at the Saddledome.
Alumni Meet & Greets Iconic
Alumni Event · Team store and concourse, special events
Meet-and-greet events with Flames alumni and Forever A Flame members.
Calgary Stampede Tie-In Events Iconic
Special Event · Scotiabank Saddledome and plaza, Stampede season
Calgary Stampede tie-in events celebrating Western Canadian culture at the Saddledome.
Pregame Plaza Events Must experience
Fan Festival · Arena plaza, pregame
Pregame plaza events outside the Saddledome before puck drop.
Theme Nights
Special Event · Throughout the arena, theme gamedays
Special theme nights throughout the Flames season at the Saddledome.
Experiences
1989 Stanley Cup Exhibit Iconic Must experience
Championship Banners · Championship Plaza, 1989 exhibit
Visit the 1989 Stanley Cup exhibit — McDonald hoists the Cup in Calgary.
Admire the Iconic Saddledome Roof Iconic Must experience
Stadium architecture · Exterior and upper concourse, roof views
Admire the iconic Saddledome roof — one of the most recognizable arenas in sports.
Battle of Alberta Weekend Iconic Must experience
Rivalry Game · Scotiabank Saddledome, Oilers game weekend
Full Battle of Alberta weekend — Flames vs Oilers hatred at maximum intensity.
C of Red Exhibit Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Main concourse, C of Red wing
Visit the C of Red Exhibit — Calgary's legendary playoff tradition on display.
Flames vs Canucks Iconic Must experience
Rivalry Game · Scotiabank Saddledome, Flames vs Canucks
Pacific Northwest rivalry when Vancouver visits C of Red.
Flames vs Jets Iconic Must experience
Rivalry Game · Scotiabank Saddledome, Flames vs Jets
Prairie rivalry when Winnipeg visits the Saddledome.
Flames vs Oilers Iconic Must experience
Rivalry Game · Scotiabank Saddledome, Flames vs Oilers
Battle of Alberta when Edmonton visits the Saddledome — Alberta hockey at its fiercest.
Hockey Night in Canada Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Scotiabank Saddledome, Hockey Night in Canada
Hockey Night in Canada at the Saddledome — Canadian hockey tradition in C of Red.
Jarome Iginla Statue Iconic Must experience
Exterior Feature · Exterior plaza, Iginla statue
Take a photo with the Jarome Iginla statue — franchise icon immortalized in Calgary.
Jarome Iginla Tribute Event Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Scotiabank Saddledome, Iginla tribute game
Jarome Iginla tribute event — honoring the franchise icon and Forever A Flame.
Lanny McDonald Statue Iconic Must experience
Exterior Feature · Exterior plaza, McDonald statue
Take a photo with the Lanny McDonald statue — hero of the 1989 Stanley Cup.
Lanny McDonald Tribute Event Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Scotiabank Saddledome, McDonald tribute game
Lanny McDonald tribute event — honoring the captain and 1989 Cup hero.
One of Hockey's Best Playoff Atmospheres Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Throughout the arena, playoff gameday
Experience one of hockey's best playoff atmospheres — C of Red at full roar.
Playoff White/Red Out Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Scotiabank Saddledome, playoff gameday
Playoff white/red out — all of Calgary dressed in red for the postseason.
Red Mile After a Playoff Win Iconic Must experience
Victory Celebration · Red Mile, postgame
Walk the Red Mile after a playoff win — Calgary celebrates on 17th Avenue.
Ring of Fire Iconic Must experience
Goal Horn · Throughout the arena, after Flames goals
Experience Ring of Fire erupting after every Flames goal — Johnny Cash in Calgary.
Saddledome Iconic Must experience
First Visit · Main entrance, Scotiabank Saddledome
Your first time walking into the Saddledome — iconic roof, C of Red, and Flames Nation.
Scotiabank Saddledome Tour Iconic Must experience
Tour · Saddledome tour entrance
Behind-the-scenes Saddledome tour — iconic roof, Hall of Fame, and ice.
Stanley Cup Final Game Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Scotiabank Saddledome, Stanley Cup Final
Stanley Cup Final at the Saddledome — the pinnacle of hockey in Calgary.
Flames Victory Celebration Must experience
Victory Celebration · Ice surface and stands, postgame
Stay for the postgame victory celebration when the Flames win at home.
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