Whitby Announces September 12 Grand Opening of the Fieldgate Sports Complex

Facility construction enters final phase as Town prepares to welcome residents this Fall

The Town of Whitby is pleased to announce that the Fieldgate Sports Complex will officially open on Saturday, September 12, 2026, marking the completion of the community's most significant recreation project to date.

The Town will celebrate the grand opening with a free community event featuring family activities, community partner displays, and opportunities to experience the complex's indoor and outdoor amenities. Additional event details will be shared in the coming months as final construction and preparations continue ahead of opening.

Built by the community, for the community, the Fieldgate Sports Complex was shaped through years of planning, community engagement, and collaboration to support Whitby's growing population and evolving recreation needs. Once complete, it will serve as a hub for recreation, sport, wellness, and community connection for generations to come.

Quotes

"The Fieldgate Sports Complex is more than a recreation facility — it's a reflection of our community's vision for the future. Delivering this facility is one of the 62 action items in Whitby's Community Strategic Plan and it’s so exciting to see it come to life. Whitby residents and local sports organizations helped shape this project from the very beginning, and on September 12 we will celebrate a place that was truly built by the community, for the community."

– Elizabeth Roy, Mayor, Town of Whitby

"The Grand Opening Celebration is an opportunity to recognize the tremendous effort that brought this project to life. From residents, sports user groups, and project partners to staff and contractors, countless people contributed to bringing this vision to life. We look forward to opening the doors on September 12 and seeing the impact the Fieldgate Sports Complex will have on our community for generations to come."

– Matt Gaskell, Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Whitby

Quick Facts

• The facility is located west of Baldwin Street South and south of Highway 407.
• Amenities include a twin-pad arena, aquatics centre, double gymnasium with walking track, community and program spaces, and a range of outdoor amenities including sports fields, pickleball and tennis courts, basketball courts, a skatepark, and pump track.
• Final commissioning, equipment installation, staff training, and site preparations will continue through the summer ahead of the Official Grand Opening Celebration on September 12, 2026.

More Information

For project updates, visit connectwhitby.ca/SportsComplex.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Corporate Communications

Erin Mikaluk
Manager, Communications and Creative Services, Town of Whitby
Phone: 289.314.6913
Email: mikaluke@whitby.ca

Office of the Mayor

Jillian Follert
Public Affairs Coordinator, Office of the Mayor
Phone: 289.314.9101
Email: follertj@whitby.ca