ONT Field opens April 2, 2026 as anchor of new Ontario sports and events complex

ONT Field will open April 2, 2026, and anchor a broader 200‑acre sports and events complex designed for year‑round use, city presenters said. The stadium will seat up to 6,500 fans and include dugout suites, fan zones, a large playground and the Flight Tower restaurant overlooking the field. City presentations described the facility hosting minor‑league baseball, concerts, community events and regional tournaments.

The planned site includes 20 tournament‑ready fields and diamonds, playgrounds, concessions and a 1,000‑space parking structure meant to support sustained year‑round activity. Adjacent “Stadium Village” development described in the presentation includes retail and dining, and a Gackle Group dual‑branded 226‑room hotel (Aloft/Residence Inn) with a space called Legends Abbey dedicated to sports history.

City presenters framed the complex as part of a coordinated economic strategy to strengthen downtown Ontario’s role as a regional hub for sports, hospitality and events. The presenters said the project was timed to create ongoing visitor demand and local jobs, noting that the complex is expected to host tournaments and other uses beyond the opening season.

The presentation included a stated opening-day date (April 2, 2026) and emphasized year‑round flexibility, linking the stadium to nearby attractions including Toyota Arena, Ontario International Airport and the Convention Center. Officials described complementary investments—hotels, transit connections and public spaces—intended to keep visitors in the area beyond single events.

The program highlighted the project as a public‑private effort; no formal votes, contract numbers or financing breakdowns were provided during the presentation.

Next steps: presenters said programming and operational details will continue to be rolled out ahead of the April opening.