COMMONWEALTH STADIUM

Commonwealth Stadium is Canada's largest major outdoor stadium and the home of the Edmonton Elks. Built for the 1978 Commonwealth Games, it has hosted CFL football, Grey Cups, major soccer events, athletics championships, concerts and international tournaments. Its size and event history make it a cornerstone entity for Canadian stadium rankings.

Commonwealth Stadium is the largest open-air stadium in Canada, built for the 1978 Commonwealth Games and famous for hosting the largest crowd in CFL history (62,531 at the 2002 Grey Cup).

Beyond football, it has hosted the IAAF World Championships in Athletics, FIFA U-20 World Cup, FIFA Women's World Cup, and the 2003 Papal Mass with John Paul II.

56,000+

• Football56,302

City lists approximately 56,400; historical capacities were higher.

• 1978 Commonwealth Games origins
• Expansion for Universiade
• Elks/Eskimos football history
• Grey Cups and soccer tournaments
• Largest stadium in Canada rankings

• Opened for the 1978 Commonwealth Games.
• Home of Edmonton Elks football and one of Canada’s largest outdoor stadiums.
• Frequently used for major national-team soccer and large concerts in addition to CFL games.

1. 1978Opens for Commonwealth Games
2. 2001Expanded to 60,217 for IAAF World Championships
3. 2002CFL attendance record set at Grey Cup: 62,531
4. 2014FIFA U-20 World Cup matches
5. 2015FIFA Women's World Cup matches

Current

• Edmonton Elks

• 1978 Commonwealth Games — Opening Ceremony, athletics
• 2001 IAAF World Championships in Athletics
• Multiple Grey Cups (1984, 1997, 2002, 2010)
• Heritage Classic 2003 — first NHL outdoor game (Oilers vs Canadiens, -18°C)

Lower-bowl sideline seats are the prime CFL view. The 1978 Pavilion of premium seats is the marquee experience. Upper-bowl end zones are the bargain. Bench seating in many sections — bring a cushion.

Stadium LRT station is at the doorstep — the easiest stadium transit in Canada. Park & Ride along the Capital Line.

Alberta beef brisket, Donair pizza, perogies, Sherbrooke Liquor's local craft beer lineup.

Open-air Edmonton — gorgeous in summer, brutally cold late October. The 2003 Heritage Classic was played in -18°C with -28°C wind chill.

What to check before you go

• bag policy
• prohibited items
• camera/video rules
• mobile tickets
• cashless payments
• re-entry
• accessibility entrances
• transit and parking
• door times
• food and beverage
• family washrooms
• sensory/accessibility accommodations

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  Walking Around Commonwealth Stadium In Edmonton

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• Commonwealth Stadium capacity changes and event configurations
• Commonwealth Stadium naming rights and former names
• Commonwealth Stadium transit, parking and arrival guide
• Commonwealth Stadium accessibility and family visitor notes
• Commonwealth Stadium seating, sightlines and atmosphere
• Commonwealth Stadium concert setup vs sports setup
• Commonwealth Stadium neighbourhood or district impact in Edmonton
• Commonwealth Stadium historic moments and major events timeline
• Commonwealth Stadium field surface, roof/weather and event-day conditions
• Commonwealth Stadium football/soccer/baseball configuration guide

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Last verified May 20, 2026

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