John Fry Sport Park
John Fry Park is located in south Edmonton between 28 Avenue and 31 Avenue. It is a staffed world class multi-use ball facility that has hosted numerous World Class and Canadian Championship level events.
Park History
Officially named on November 27, 1979, in recognition of John Wesley Fry (1876-1946); Mayor 1937-1945; Alderman 1932-1936
During this time he played a significant role in devising a plan to refinance Edmonton’s debt during the final bleak years of the Great Depression and guiding Edmonton through WWII.1
Features and Amenities
| Diamond #1 | 350' to RF, LF and 369' to CF Bleachers for 1500 |
| Diamond #2 | 230' to LF and 248' to CF and 255' to RF Bleachers for 1200 |
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Diamond #3 |
230' to RF, CF, LF Bleachers for 1200 |
| Diamond #4 | 225' to RF,CF,LF Bleachers for 200 |
| Diamond #5 | 225' to RF,CF,LF Bleachers for 200 |
Some of the organized sports clubs currently have lease arrangements with the City for preferential use of the site but the general public may also book the fields when available.
An additional 4.6 ha parcel within the site has been identified for a potential future recreational facility.Learn more about the Park Pavilion. (Currently under construction).
Vehicle Access
If you require vehicle access please make arrangements three working days in advance. For more information call 311
Other Parks and Green Spaces
To the East you will find Mill Woods Sport Park
To the West you will find Terwillegar Park
Nearby Facilities and Attractions
1 Naming Edmonton: from Ada to Zoie By Merrily K. Aubrey, Edmonton (Alta.), Edmonton Historical Board. Heritage Sites Committee
For more information:
Parks General and River Valley Park Rangers:
In Edmonton: 311
Outside Edmonton: 780-442-5311
311@edmonton.ca
Picnic Site Bookings:
780-496-1117
picnicbookings@edmonton.ca
Park Location
Google Maps
9700 28 Avenue NW
Park Hours: 6am-11pm
Picnic Site Reservations
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Site Bookings & FeesRequest a Site Online |
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