Things to do in Ontario, United States: The Best Arenas & Stadiums

September 10, 2021 Sachiko Swiger

Discover the best top things to do in Ontario, United States including Galt Arena Gardens, Rogers Centre, Scotiabank Arena, Cedarena, Lamport Stadium, Tribute Communities Centre, Jus Jordan Arena & Sports Complex, GFL Memorial Gardens, Lawfield Arena, Strathcona Paper Centre.
Restaurants in Ontario

1. Galt Arena Gardens

98 Shade St, Cambridge, Ontario N1R 4J8 Canada +1 519-623-1340 http://www.cambridge.ca/en/parks-recreation-culture/Arenas-and-Outdoor-Rinks.aspx
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 2 reviews

Galt Arena Gardens

Reviewed By Old-Eye - Milton, Canada

Had the pleasure of attending my sons lacrosse game at the Galt Arena Gardens in Cambridge recently. With my kids involvement in sports, I often feel like an Uber driver, carting my family around from arena to rink to field all over southern Ontario. The Galt Arena is a grand old building which was apparently first built in 1921 and is one of the oldest in Ontario. From the moment you set foot in the building, you can almost feel the history oozing out of the walls. It’s like a mini Maple Leaf Gardens and truly shows the age of the facility from everything ranging from the light fixtures to the brickwork on the outside of the building. The building itself is nestled in an older part of the city amidst a myriad of narrow, one way streets and amongst a mish mash of residential homes ranging from post war bungalows to century homes to old victorians. Everything from the entrance to the buildings facade sets this arena apart from most others we have visited. The arena seats 1100 people and is not the typical community rink that is used for local Houseleague games. There is actual stadium seating rather than bleachers or cold metal benches for fans to sit and watch whatever is being played on the game surface. We happened to be there for a lacrosse game. The scoreboard is an actual suspended, four-sided one right over centre ice, unlike the flat ones mounted on the wall of most of the arenas we’ve played in. Great experience for the kids because it certainly gave the feel and experience of playing in a pro arena. In the almost 100 years since the building was first built, several teams have played out of the building, with the most recent being the Cambridge Winterhawks of the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League (Junior B). Apparently hockey legend, Gordie Howe played a season with the Galt Red Wings back in the 40s, before entering the NHL. His lone season in the arena is commemorated on one end of the arena with a giant mural. The Galt is a beautiful old arena steeped in hockey and local history with several NHL luminaries making their way through the buildings hallowed halls before entering the pros. There are two large parking lots on either side of the arena, however I’m not sure if it is enough, particularly if the building is actually filled to capacity. While there is a concession stand inside the arena, I don’t know what else is around or in the immediate area with regards to food choices that is nearby or within walking distance. It is not that close to the highway either, so access to the arena is not great and can somewhat be challenging for those coming from out of town. Change rooms are on the smaller side but are clean and well lit. Overall, an amazing old barn and can’t wait to come back!

2. Rogers Centre

3200-1 Blue Jays Way, Toronto, Ontario M5V 1J1 Canada +1 416-341-3663 http://www.rogerscentre.com/
Excellent
50%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3,916 reviews

Rogers Centre

With its retractable roof, in-house hotel and Hard Rock Cafe, the home turf of the Toronto Blue Jays and the Toronto Argonauts is truly a sight to see.

Reviewed By M3368DPjohnm - Toronto, Canada

My father, has a disability and needs a walker, called the dome and they set up handicap parking underneath the dome. We walked twenty feet to the elevator. Then to the 100 section seats which was another twenty feet, unbelievable, so easy, so convenient, just a great afternoon at the ball park. The Jay's and the dome make it so accessible for disabled people to enjoy the game, bravo, your the best

3. Scotiabank Arena

40 Bay St (at Lakeshore Blvd.), Toronto, Ontario M5J 2X2 Canada +1 416-815-5500 http://www.ScotiabankArena.com
Excellent
53%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,747 reviews

Scotiabank Arena

Scotiabank Arena is Canada’s premier sports and entertainment venue and home to the NHL’s Toronto Maple Leafs, NBA’s Toronto Raptors and the NLL’s Toronto Rock. Owned and operated by MLSE, Scotiabank Arena opened its doors in February 1999 and has been recognized with more than 40 industry awards highlighting the venue’s security, accessibility, fan service, environmental commitment, sales and box office service. It has also hosted over 39 million fans at over 2,600 events.

Reviewed By G285DJsm

Bought playoff tickets off a friend who has season seats and had a great time Raps beat Golden State in game 1 of the NBA Finals lots of celebs there including DRAKE and Toronto Maple Leafs and Blue Jays players also former Raptors players get tickets for a game or concert and you will have a awesome time!

4. Cedarena

7373 Reesor Rd, Markham, Ontario L6B 1A8 Canada +1 905-294-0038 http://www.cedarena.ca/
Excellent
68%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 19 reviews

Cedarena

5. Lamport Stadium

1151 King St W, Toronto, Ontario M6K 1E9 Canada +1 416-392-1366 http://www.torontowolfpack.com
Excellent
48%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 23 reviews

Lamport Stadium

6. Tribute Communities Centre

99 Athol St E, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 1J8 Canada +1 905-438-8811 [email protected] http://www.tributecommunitiescentre.com
Excellent
46%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 215 reviews

Tribute Communities Centre

Owned by the City of Oshawa, and managed by Spectra Venue Management, the Tribute Communities Centre opened in 2006 with a project cost of $45 million. As Durham Region’s premier Sports and Entertainment Facility, the Tribute Communities Centre provides a first-class home to the Oshawa Generals of the Ontario Hockey League and the Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame. The venue also boasts an in-house restaurant, Prospects Bar & Grill, which is open typically 2 hours prior to live and sporting events as well as throughout the week for the Durham Central Adult Hockey League (DCAHL). Since opening, the Tribute Communities Centre has hosted major concerts and special events including Elton John, Cirque du Soleil, 2011 BDO Canadian Open, IIHF World Junior Pre-Competition, Eric Church, Jason Aldean, Hedley, Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships, Selena Gomez and The Wiggles; just to name a few!

Reviewed By eatDrinkbeMellie - Oshawa, Canada

A bunch of us girls went to a big concert there, the bar for drinks before was excellent & the service was great! It was easy to find our seats & the washroom was very clean! Nice venue!

7. Jus Jordan Arena & Sports Complex

729 Synagogue St, Iroquois Falls, Ontario P0K 1E0 Canada +1 705-258-3423 http://www.iroquoisfalls.com/content/jus-jordan-arena-iroquois-falls-sports-complex
Excellent
67%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3 reviews

Jus Jordan Arena & Sports Complex

8. GFL Memorial Gardens

269 Queen St E, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario P6A 1Y9 Canada +1 705-759-5251 http://gflgardens.ca/
Excellent
66%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 62 reviews

GFL Memorial Gardens

Reviewed By Summer7366252 - Sault Ste. Marie, Canada

I would have to say that for any hockey game, venue, or concert I have attended and sat in many different seats and all are great. This place is great for hockey games watching with amazing crowds all around, polite helpful and friendly staff and the cleanliness of the place is very kept up. I think I may have been the first person to attend a game with an electronic ticket on my cell phone and instead of turning me away not mowing what it was the door staff was very helpful as to gaining knowledge on this type of ticket quickly then allowing me to enter. Thanks and keep up the good work. Also if looking for a place to walk around in the rain or winter months or just to hot outside, try out this place as they allow people in on none concert and game days

9. Lawfield Arena

150 Folkestone Ave, Hamilton, Ontario L8V 4R6 Canada +1 905-546-3747 http://www.hamilton.ca/parks-recreation/recreation/bill-fridaylawfield-arena
Excellent
33%
Good
67%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3 reviews

Lawfield Arena

10. Strathcona Paper Centre

16 McPherson Dr, Napanee, Ontario K7R 3L1 Canada +1 613-354-4423
Excellent
33%
Good
67%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3 reviews

Strathcona Paper Centre

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