Eau Claire Plaza
Eau Claire Plaza
Eau Claire Plaza is an iconic public space that connects the vibrant mixed-use Eau Claire community, the Bow River Pathway, and Prince’s Island.
The plaza is centrally located in downtown Calgary along the Bow River and across the Jaipur Bridge from Prince's Island Park.
About the park
The Eau Claire area takes its name from the Eau Claire Lumber Company, which once operated a sawmill on the site. The plaza is a popular gathering space for Calgarians and visitors year-round.
Eau Claire Plaza was redesigned as part of the Eau Claire Public Realm Improvements project, supporting more versatile, year-round activities and improving accessibility and flood resiliency. Reopened in summer 2025, the updated design embraces everyday community use, social interaction, and cultural events, while also offering spaces suitable for hosting larger events and festivals. For more information on the redesign project, please visit calgary.ca/planning/projects/eau-claire-plaza.html.
Location details
Park features
- Flexible plaza space for events, gatherings and community activities
- Playground with natural play elements and a bouldering structure
- Shaded canopy with picnic tables and seating areas
- Water feature (foggers) with cooling mist and integrated lighting
- Winter light pillars for year-round activation of the plaza
- Urban beach with sand-based recreation and lounging areas
- Relocated historic Eau Claire Lumber Company building
- Olympic Arch from the 1988 Winter Olympics
- Pathways, seating and open public spaces
Park features status
| Feature | Status | Details | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foggers | 3 days ago |
Note: Eau Claire Market is not available for bookings at this time.
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