Whitby Invites Residents to Celebrate the Grand Opening of the Fieldgate Sports Complex

Free family-friendly event on September 12 will showcase Whitby's newest recreation destination.

On Saturday, September 12, Whitby will celebrate more than the opening of a new facility – it will celebrate a community vision brought to life.

The Town of Whitby is inviting residents and visitors to the Official Grand Opening of the Fieldgate Sports Complex, one of the largest and most ambitious recreation projects in Whitby's history. 

The free event will feature drop-in programs and activities throughout the day for all to enjoy. Special guests will also be part of the Grand Opening celebration, including Olympic figure skating champion Elvis Stojko.

More than a recreation facility, the Fieldgate Sports Complex represents a significant investment in the health, well-being, and quality of life of residents. The new complex will create expanded opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to play, compete, connect, and stay active close to home.

Hear from local sports organizations about their first impressions of the new complex and what it will mean for their athletes and the community – then join the Town on September 12 to see the facility for yourself.

Event Details and Activities

The Grand Opening Celebration will take place on Saturday, September 12, 2026.

• Location: Fieldgate Sports Complex, 2 Gathering Place, Whitby
• Time:
  • 9:30 to 10 a.m. – Official Opening Ceremony and Ribbon Cutting
  • 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Free family-friendly activities and drop-in programs throughout the facility

Residents can explore the new complex and enjoy activities for all ages, including:

• Get Active: try badminton, pickleball, basketball, dance, fitness activities, and more
• Make a Splash: take part in an Aquatics Fun Day in the new pool
• Hit the Ice: enjoy open skating, hockey, ringette, and more
• Get Creative: take part in arts and crafts and meet the artist behind one of the facility's public art installations
• Explore and Learn: take a behind-the-scenes and/or self-guided video tour to learn more about the design of the facility, meet the architect, and learn about sustainable and accessible features built into the complex
• Get A Sneak Peek of the Outdoor Spaces: check out the pickleball, soccer, basketball, tennis, and lacrosse spaces as final touches continue to be made.
• Go green: on-site EV chargers will be available free of charge from September 12 to October 12.

Food trucks will also be available on-site.

Event information and a schedule of activities are available at whitby.ca/SportsComplex. 

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Quotes

"The Fieldgate Sports Complex was built by the community, for the community. Thousands of residents shared their ideas, along with local sports and recreation organizations, to help shape a facility that reflects Whitby’s growing needs. On September 12, I invite residents to join us and experience the incredible new spaces they helped bring to life. This is your facility, and we can’t wait to welcome you.”

                                       - 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 staff and project partners to residents who helped shape the vision, countless people contributed to making this facility a reality. We look forward to celebrating this milestone together and seeing the lasting impact the Fieldgate Sports Complex will have on our community.”

                                       - Matt Gaskell, Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Whitby

Quick Facts

• Located west of Baldwin Street South and south of Highway 407, the approximately 15,200-square-metre (approx. 164,000-square-foot) facility will serve as a premier destination for recreation, sport, and community connection.
• Construction on the Fieldgate Sports Complex officially began with a groundbreaking ceremony in September 2023.
• Amenities include a twin-pad arena, Durham’s largest aquatics centre, double gymnasium with walking track, and community and program spaces.
• The complex also includes a 13-acre outdoor park featuring pickleball, tennis, and basketball courts, Whitby’s first artificial turf field, skatepark, pump track, playground and more – added as a direct result of community feedback.

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: 289.387.9101
Email: follertj@whitby.ca