New ARENAS at Langley Events Centre Bring More Recreation to Willoughby

The new ARENAS at the Langley Events Centre are now open, bringing five new sport and recreation spaces to Willoughby and adding another major amenity to one of Langley’s fastest-growing communities.

For residents of Willoughby, this opening represents more than a new place to play hockey or lacrosse. It adds more opportunities for recreation, community events and family activities close to home, and further strengthens the amenities available to people who live in the neighbourhood.

For Zenterra homeowners at Eden and Solana, the new ARENAS are another example of how Willoughby continues to evolve as a complete, connected community.

A Major New Recreation Facility in Langley

Located at the Langley Events Centre at 7888 200 Street, the 400,000+ square-foot facility features three new ice arenas and two dry-floor arenas, creating five new sport and recreation spaces across an innovative stacked design, the first of its kind in Canada.

The vertical layout is a deliberate space-saving approach, fitting five full-sized playing surfaces and hundreds of parking stalls onto a compact footprint. By stacking the two dry-floor arenas rather than spreading all five surfaces across a wider section of Willoughby Community Park, the design is estimated to have saved close to two acres of land and avoided roughly $20 million in additional land acquisition costs. Housing all five surfaces within a single connected building also makes the facility easier to navigate for visitors and more efficient to operate.

The facility includes:

• One feature ice arena with approximately 1,500 spectator capacity
• Two additional ice arenas with approximately 350 spectator capacity each
• Two dry-floor arenas with approximately 350 spectator capacity each
• Underground parking and a dedicated drop-off area
• Food and beverage services
• Spaces for local sport organizations and community groups

The new facility is designed to support a wide range of activities, including ice hockey, lacrosse, ball hockey and community recreation programs.

For families and active residents in Willoughby, that means more opportunities to participate, watch and gather close to home.

What the New Arenas Mean for Willoughby

Willoughby has experienced significant growth over the past several years, with new homes, parks, schools, shopping and community amenities continuing to shape the neighbourhood. The addition of the ARENAS is another piece of that evolution.

The Township of Langley describes the facility as its first new ice and indoor dry-floor arenas built for nonprofit and community use in more than 50 years, developed in response to growing demand from local user groups and expected to provide additional capacity for community sports.

That additional capacity can mean more ice time, more opportunities for local sports organizations and more choices for families looking to stay active. And because the facility sits directly within Willoughby, residents do not have to travel far to take advantage of it. Together with the existing Arena Bowl, Fieldhouse and Stadium, the Langley Events Centre is now one of the region’s largest sport and recreation destinations, all within Willoughby itself.

Close to Home for Eden and Solana Residents

Eden and Solana offer new condos for sale in Willoughby by Zenterra Developments that are located across the street from the new ARENAS and the Langley Events Centre. For homeowners at Eden and Solana, this means only a short 5-minute walk from home. That proximity is especially meaningful for families with children involved in organized sports.

Whether it’s heading to the rink for a hockey practice, watching a weekend tournament, participating in a community program or simply enjoying what the amenities have to offer, having major recreation facilities nearby can make everyday life more enjoyable and convenient.

A Growing Collection of Community Amenities

The ARENAS are one piece of a larger story unfolding in Willoughby. The Township’s current Willoughby Community Plan names the Langley Events Centre and Willoughby Community Park among the neighbourhood’s key amenities, with further community facilities and recreation investment planned as the area continues to grow.

Parks, schools, shopping, restaurants and now an expanded recreation hub are all reinforcing Willoughby’s shift from a developing area into a complete, connected community. It is the kind of growth that shapes daily life well beyond game day, influencing where families choose to put down roots and how they spend their time once they are there.

Zenterra’s Eden and Solana condo communities are both located in Willoughby, across the street from the newly expanded Langley Events Centre, placing residents within this hub of parks, schools and recreation space.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did the new ARENAS at Langley Events Centre open?

The new ARENAS at Langley Events Centre officially opened on September 9, 2026.

How many new arenas are at the Langley Events Centre?

The new facility adds five arenas: three ice arenas and two dry-floor arenas.

What sports can be played at the new Langley Events Centre arenas?

The new facilities support activities including ice hockey, lacrosse, ball hockey and other community recreation programs.

Where are the new ARENAS at Langley Events Centre located?

The ARENAS are located at the Langley Events Centre at 7888 200 Street in Langley, British Columbia.

Are the new arenas close to Willoughby?

Yes. The Langley Events Centre and new ARENAS are located in the heart of Willoughby.

Are the new arenas close to Eden and Solana by Zenterra?

Eden and Solana by Zenterra Developments are condo communities located in Willoughby, across the street from the new ARENAS and the Langley Events Centre.

Does Zenterra have new condos for sale in Willoughby?

Yes, Zenterra is currently selling two new condo communities in Willoughby: Eden and Solana.

How can I get more information about Zenterra’s new condos for sale in Willoughby?

Visit Zenterra’s Willoughby Home Store at 190 Willoughby Town Centre Drive.