Rexall Place

Rexall Place is an indoor arena located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Situated in the central part of the city, it serves a metropolitan area with a population of approximately 1.4 million people. The arena has a seating capacity of around 16,839 for hockey and can accommodate over 18,000 spectators for concerts and other events.

Rexall Place primarily hosted various sporting events, notably serving as the home venue for the Edmonton Oilers of the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1974 until the team’s relocation to Rogers Place in 2016. Beyond hockey, the facility was utilized for other sports, concerts, and entertainment events, contributing to the cultural footprint of Edmonton.

Access to the arena is facilitated by various transportation options, including major roadways and public transit, which enhance its connectivity within the city. In recent years, the area surrounding Rexall Place has seen infrastructure updates, further integrating it into Edmonton's urban landscape.

Although Rexall Place has been replaced by Rogers Place as the primary venue for major hockey events, it remains notable in Edmonton's history and sporting culture. For more detailed information, a Wikipedia entry for Rexall Place can be found at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rexall_Place. The facility is also known by its alternate name, Northlands Coliseum, which has further historical relevance, and additional details can be accessed via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Northlands_Coliseum.