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Originally Posted by Muta
Missing shows like that isn't just missed revenue for the CSEC / the City, it is also missed revenue for the restaurant / tourism / hospitality industries, whose livelihoods depend on these types of shows for people to come into town and/or spend their money in associated ways. There's definitely a trickle-down effect here when we these shows are absent from visiting Calgary.
Once the new arena is approved and built (and I am optimistic it will be very soon), it will do a lot to alleviate this problem.
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Many artists simply won't hit two Alberta venues no matter the conditions of the stadiums. If you're expecting a massive influx of concerts to come along with a new building, it will likely be far less noticeable than the average person would lead you to believe.
Furthermore, the bulk of concerts in this city are and will continue to be held at venues like Mac Hall, Grey Eagle, Jack Singer and others. Sure, the biggest acts won't play unless they can get access to the high capacity stadiums, but you're probably talking 5-10 large concerts a year increase with a new arena.
If this type of business is making or breaking a hotel, pub or restaurant, they probably don't deserve to be open in the first place.