{"id":940442,"date":"2026-10-20T20:16:27","date_gmt":"2026-10-20T20:16:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/940442\/"},"modified":"2026-10-20T20:16:27","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T20:16:27","slug":"edmonton-rec-centre-named-one-of-the-most-beautiful-in-the-world-daily-hive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/940442\/","title":{"rendered":"Edmonton rec centre named one of the most beautiful in the world | Daily Hive"},"content":{"rendered":"

Edmonton\u2019s new Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre has been named one of the world\u2019s most beautiful arenas for 2026.<\/p>\n

The Prix Versailles Selection Committee named the facility one of seven honourees on its World\u2019s Most Beautiful Arenas list, which was announced on Oct. 19.<\/p>\n

Other honourees include venues in China, France, Italy, Morocco, and New Zealand.<\/p>\n

According to the Prix Versailles, the 2026 selection highlights architectural diversity, combining bold design with local character across five continents.<\/p>\n

\u201cCoronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre is not just a facility. It is a destination, a community connector,\u201d said Edmonton Mayor Andrew Knack.<\/p>\n

\u201cEdmonton is proud to receive this international recognition from the Prix Versailles Selection Committee.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Allison Stephen\/Daily Hive<\/p>\n

In addition to being named one of the World\u2019s Most Beautiful Arenas for 2026, the rec centre is also nominated for one of three additional 2026 World Titles, which recognize outstanding architecture and interior design.<\/p>\n

Opened on Jan. 27, the $153-million facility<\/a> serves as a recreational hub for central-north Edmonton, bringing swimming, cycling, fitness, and other activities together under one roof.<\/p>\n

Through partnerships with the Alberta Velodrome Association (AVA) and World Triathlon Series Edmonton, the rec centre is North America\u2019s first indoor triathlon training facility.<\/p>\n

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Allison Stephen\/Daily Hive<\/p>\n

Amenities include a 250-metre indoor cycling track, a 333-metre walking and running track, multi-purpose courts, fitness studios, a bouldering wall, and an indoor playground.<\/p>\n

The facility also includes the Peter Hemingway Aquatic Centre, which features a 50-metre pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, and cold plunge pool. The aquatic centre is temporarily closed<\/a> for flood remediation work.<\/p>\n

Founded in 2015, the Prix Versailles is an international architecture and design awards program that recognizes buildings for their design and connection to their surroundings.<\/p>\n

You can find out more on the awards website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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