Global Spectrum, operators of the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre, is expecting the arena’s one millionth fan to enter the building during the upcoming sold-out Carrie Underwood concert scheduled for May 23.
“Since the facility first opened in 2009, the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre has continued to attract high caliber entertainment for the people of Abbotsford and the Fraser Valley” said Abbotsford Mayor Bruce Banman.
“Had you asked me five years ago about the possibility of Carrie Underwood performing in our city, I wouldn’t have believed it. Now here she is right here in our own backyard...”
After opening its doors on May 7, 2009, the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre has hosted events including Cirque du Soleil, John Fogerty, KISS, Maroon 5, Eric Church, Disney on Ice, the Harlem Globetrotters, and others.
The centre is also home to the American Hockey League’s Abbotsford Heat, who recently confirmed they will be returning for the 2013-14 season.
“Having the millionth ticket enter the doors of the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre only four years after opening its doors really shows that the community is proud and supportive of this facility” said Jason Blumenfeld, general manager of the AESC.
The millionth fan will get a prize package including tickets to a future AESC event as well as dinner for two courtesy of Ovations Food Services, an Abbotsford Heat ticket package for the 2013-14 season, a $100 gift card to be used at Sevenoaks Shopping Centre, a gift certificate at Greek Islands Restaurant, and other items.