January 31, 2026 - (Edmonton, AB) The Alberta Velodrome at the Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre in Edmonton is officially open and joins Bromont and Milton as Canada’s third world-class, premier UCI-certified indoor cycling track.
The landmark facility will strengthen Canada’s high‑performance pathway, expand community access to track cycling, and position the country to host major domestic and international events for decades to come.
“The Alberta Velodrome represents a transformational investment in the future of Canadian cycling; a place where community riders, emerging talent, and world-class athletes can develop and thrive together,” noted Cycling Canada CEO, Mathieu Boucher in a press release.
The Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre, a 16,600‑square‑metre multi‑purpose complex designed by FaulknerBrowns, in collaboration with hcma and Dub Architects, has already earned major international recognition, receiving both a WAF Future Projects Award and a 2024 Canadian Architect Award of Merit.
Its striking elliptical form is built around the velodrome itself, positioned one story above ground level, giving visitors a dramatic overhead view as cyclists reach speeds of up to 80 km/h.
“We are deeply grateful for our partnership with Cycling Canada, whose leadership and collaboration have been instrumental in bringing this UCI Category 1 velodrome to life,” commented Scott Fisher, Board Chair of the Alberta Velodrome Association. “Together, we are establishing Edmonton as a national hub for cycling and a destination for world-class and international events – while inspiring the next generation of Canadian cyclists and elevating the sport on the global stage.”
The $153M velodrome, nearly two decades in the making, began welcoming cycling clubs last October and its doors are open to community riders, clubs, schools, and developing athletes. The new facility expands year‑round access in Western Canada and supports athletes on the road to Olympic and Paralympic success.
Kelsey Mitchell, Olympic track cycling medalist says, “It’s crazy to think that there will be a world class velodrome in Edmonton, Alberta! This is a huge step for not only the cycling community, but the next generation of athletes looking to try something new. Can’t wait to be back with the Edmonton community and thrilled to see who comes to try the track next!”
The modern facility, which includes the Peter Hemingway Aquatic Centre, offers many amenities, such as a 333-metre running track, 50-metre pool, indoor courts, a bouldering wall, a unique urban court, a fitness centre, various functional training spaces, two training studios, an indoor playground, and more.
With its pool, running and cycling track, the Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre is also the first indoor triathlon training centre in North America.
Canada’s newest indoor velodrome is already building momentum with the 2026 Canadian Track Championships (U17/Jr) set to be the first national event hosted in the facility.
With files from Cycling Canada.
