South Okanagan Events Centre Explained

Stadium Name:South Okanagan Events Centre
Address:
Penticton, British Columbia
V2A 9C4
Coordinates:49.4949°N -119.6065°W
Opened:September 14, 2008
Owner:City of Penticton
Operator:Global Spectrum
Construction Cost:C$56.16 million
Tenants:Penticton Vees (BCHL) (2008–present)
Seating Capacity:Ice hockey

4,701
Concerts: 6,432

The South Okanagan Events Centre is a 5,000-seat multi-purpose arena in Penticton, British Columbia, Canada. It is home to the Penticton Vees ice hockey team. The arena opened to the public in September 2008. Previously, the Vees played at Penticton Memorial Arena.

The centre hosted the 2018 Scotties Tournament of Hearts Canadian national women's curling championship from January 27 to February 4.

Young Stars Rookie Tournament

The centre is home to the Young Stars Rookie Tournament, which is an annual tournament featuring rookies and prospects from the Calgary Flames, Vancouver Canucks, Winnipeg Jets and Edmonton Oilers.

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