Pixel Park

Time for families to get off their screens, put down their video game controllers, and come – to a video game park. This pixel-themed paradise will get people outside to interact. Much like houses and spaces are the pixels that make up our urban landscape, Pixel Park is a compilation of activities and opportunities for connection. This is a cheat code for enjoying our city. A multiplayer meeting place where everyone gets in on the game.

View our Rules & Regs ↓ below.

Hours: Daily 9am – 9pm

C+E Player Hub Hours: Fri/Sat/Sun 12 - 6pm (The Player Hub will be closed from December 23 - January 9)

Location: 314 12 Avenue SE

Weekly Events

At Pixel Park, it's all about forging connections and unlocking a cheat code for enjoying our city. Dive into the action with skate and board game meet-ups, epic pickleball competitions, live music concerts, markets and more. Your social calendar is about to level up. Stay tuned.

Multiplayer Meeting Place

Enter a pixel-powered realm in Calgary’s Culture + Entertainment District where gaming meets reality, and where every player discovers an epic quest, a heart-pounding challenge, and a pixelated thrill. Featuring Tesla Superchargers, pickleball courts, basketball court, skatepark, a dog park and our very own Player Hub complete with an equipment lending station.

C+E Player Hub

Your gateway to adventure in Pixel Park! Step inside this transformed shipping container and dive into the heart of The Culture + Entertainment District vision. Learn about our exciting projects, and our future as Calgary’s next great city neighbourhood.

Need equipment to amp up your game? Borrow balls, paddles, and pinnies right here, plus, our friendly engagement team is always ready for a chat, offering a welcoming space for lively conversations and valuable insights.

+ Hours, Fri/Sat/Sun 12 - 6pm

+ Borrow balls, pinnies, and paddles to maximize your game

+ Many a friendly face ready to chat all things C+E

+ Check out our social for extended hours and special events

Power Up

Pixel Park is Calgary’s largest electric vehicle charging site.

+ 12 Tesla Level III Superchargers (compatible with NACS/CCS)

+ 12 Tesla Level II Chargers

+ The Level II (AC) chargers at Pixel Park will be a combination of 4 universal J1772 plugs and 8 Tesla specific NACS plugs.

+ Parking Fees: Level II chargers receive 2 hours free parking, and can purchase parking up to 4 hours total. Level III chargers receive 30 minutes free parking, with no extension due to Tesla’s Idle fees.

Love All

Pixel Park proudly features a purpose-built pickleball court – no tennis conversions here – primed for your pixel-perfect paddle showdowns

+ Limit playing time to 30 minutes if there are people waiting

+ Pickleball rules + etiquette can be found here

+ Make a group booking by emailing us at events@calgarymlc.ca

Game On

Level up your slam dunk skills and channel your inner baller for some epic in-game hoops action at the basketball court

+ Half court hoop

+ Limit playing time to 30 minutes if there are people waiting

Dog Park

Gear up and let your urban pups find the space they deserve to roam, explore and bond with their fellow four-legged heroes.

+ 2,300 sq ft of off-leash paradise

+ Variety of agility obstacles

Level Up

Where every kickflip, grind, and ollie comes to life in a digital wonderland, inviting skaters of all levels to ride the pixelated streets and become legends of the skateboarding realm!

+ Urban skateboard plaza for skateboards, scooters and rollerblades

+ One epic sculptural feature

+ Elements have been designed for users of all experience levels

FAQ’s

Pixel Park is located in the heart of The Culture + Entertainment District, at the intersection of 12 Avenue and Macleod Trail SE, just across from the BMO Centre.

Our Favourite Ways to Get Here:
- Ride a bike and park your bike at the bike rack on the south side of the park
- Scooter
- Take transit
- Drive your electric vehicle and park here
- Walk
There is an accessible public washroom on site at Pixel Park.
Washrooms are open from 9am – 6pm
Pixel Park is for everyone. Help us ensure that everyone feels welcome and safe at Pixel Park.

Rules
- Any behaviour that compromises the safety of this space will not be tolerated.
- Use of amenities at Pixel Park is at your own risk. You assume all liability of any injuries, damages or losses that occur.
- Helmets are mandatory at skate park for people under the age of 18.
- No alcohol or cannabis use permitted on site. No camping.
- Please dispose of waste and recyclables in provided bins throughout Pixel Park.
Emergency information
In case of a serious incident, call 911. Notify the dispatcher you are at Pixel Park, 314 12 Ave SE.
Pixel Park is Private Property.
City Bylaws apply and will be enforced including Public Behaviour Bylaw 54M2006 and Community Standards Bylaw 32M2023

Contact

Curious about this space, or want to reserve it for your next epic event? Don’t hesitate to reach out to us anytime at events@calgarymlc.ca