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Originally Posted by Senator Clay Davis
Since it's effectively impossible to determine why bands choose to skip somewhere (the bands don't usually tell you why they aren't playing somewhere, of course), we're all speculating. The building is a factor. The biggest? Could be. Could also be Edmonton and Calgary are comparable market sizes and bands who play arena shows often choose to only play one.
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This is very true. Bands normally will only play one venue in a market. Calgary is natural logistic choice, especially for large touring shows that have containers of gear. Considering locations of most shows, the proximity to certain travel arteries, Edmonton is out of the way. The fact they are getting shows over Calgary clears states the facilities in Calgary are not up to par. Edmonton got shows because Commonwealth was the better venue over McMahon. Now their new arena is massively better than the Saddledome. Calgary doesn't have the facilities to hold big concert events. That's why the city is bypassed.