Creating Connections. Supporting Growth.

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District Infrastructure

As The Culture + Entertainment District takes shape, we’re laying the groundwork for what’s to come—literally.

Through a series of major infrastructure upgrades, we’re building better connections between people, places and experiences across The District. From new and improved streets to stronger connections and safer crossings, this work is essential to unlocking future development and making it easier for everyone to get here—and move through here.

 
 

What’s Happening


25 Avenue Connector

New lighting, line painting and wayfinding to improve visibility and navigation

Where it’s at: Project completed in 2025.

14 Avenue SE

An enhanced public realm experience and four-lane roadway.

Where it’s at: Construction underway.

6 Street SE Underpass

A new north-south connection under the rail line to improve access to The C+E and Stampede Park.

Where it’s at: Construction underway.

 

Flores LaDue Parade

One new eastbound lane to help with traffic flow after big events

Where it’s at: Construction to begin in 2026.

5A Street SE

An enhanced public realm experience and four-lane roadway with lane-reversal infrastructure for flexible traffic management.

Where it’s at: Construction to begin in 2026.

Stampede Trail

The C+E's main street enabling future commercial and retail development, it's the future home to sidewalk patios and local boutiques.

Where it’s at: Anticipated to be completed in alignment with the Scotia Place project.

 
An aerial image of Calgary's Culture and Entertainment District showing the locations for the 6th Street Underpass, 5A Street SE, Stampede Trail, 14 Avenue SE, Flores LaDue Parade and the 25 Avenue Connector

Why it Matters

This is city-building work—the kind that makes room for the big stuff. These improvements support the seamless integration of Scotia Place into the fabric of the neighbourhood but also unlock future development potential, and help create a more welcoming, walkable district that’s ready to grow.