Billings Opens Four Major Sports Venues This Year

Billings sports facilities are advancing with multiple projects reaching completion stages this summer. The $20 million Amend Recreation Center stands nearly complete and set to open in early August 2026 as a 57,000-square-foot multi-sport complex.

Amend Recreation Center Status

The facility includes dedicated spaces for basketball, volleyball, and pickleball. Construction progress supports the early August 2026 target date listed in project updates from local coverage.

Daylis Stadium Renovation

Daylis Stadium's $15 million renovation is nearing completion ahead of its first high school football game in September 2026. Skyview High School is scheduled to host Helena High at the upgraded venue for that opening contest.

Signal Peak Energy Arena and MetraPark Rodeo Arena

The $16 million Signal Peak Energy Arena at Amend Park remains on track for a spring 2026 opening that will add two NHL-sized ice rinks and a 2,000-seat marquee rink. Separately, the new $2.5 million outdoor rodeo arena at MetraPark reached its scheduled completion target of July 15, 2026, positioning it to host a professional rodeo event during Montana Fair in August.

These four projects represent Billings' investment in sports infrastructure. The effort addresses findings from a 2023 study that identified a long-standing lack of quality venues and aims to support sports tourism, workforce appeal, and community health. Updates from multiple local outlets confirm the timelines and costs remain aligned with original plans.

With construction phases wrapping up, attention now turns to operational preparations at each site. The venues will provide new options for local teams and events once doors open on their respective schedules.