Universiade Pavilion, Sports complex at University of Alberta, Canada
The Universiade Pavilion features a 200-meter track, multiple sports courts, and specialized areas for long jump and pole vaulting across 64,000 square feet.
The construction of this $23 million facility in 1983 marked a significant development for the University of Alberta to host the Summer Universiade games.
The yellow exterior and rectangular shape of this building led students and staff to give it the informal name Butterdome, which the university now officially acknowledges.
The pavilion accommodates 5,500 spectators with two-level bleacher seating, while its lower sections can be adjusted for different event configurations.
The indoor facility contains spaces large enough to accommodate a semi-truck, enabling it to host diverse events beyond traditional sports competitions.
Location: Alberta
Inception: 1983
Official opening: 1983
Capacity: 5500
GPS coordinates: 53.52330,-113.52800
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:28
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