Naming Rights and Sponsorships

The Essex Centre Sports Fields is a new and upcoming state-of-the-art outdoor sport and recreation complex, featuring:

• 3 full-sized senior soccer fields
• 3 intermediate soccer fields
• 3 junior soccer fields
• 4 softball diamonds
• 1 main baseball diamond
• 1 t-ball diamond
• 1 batting cage
• 2 playground areas

The Essex Centre Sports Complex is the Town’s most popular and attended recreational facility, welcoming over 150,000 visitors each year. Home to the Essex 73's Junior C Hockey Team, the complex includes an NHL-sized ice rink, a practice rink, a 210-metre indoor walking track, and two public meeting rooms.

The Harrow and Colchester South Arena is home to a single-pad ice rink and a multi-purpose community room.

The Harrow Soccer Complex is a modern facility offering three senior level fields, one intermediate field, three junior level fields, and a 1.2 km walking and running track.

Located on the grounds of the Essex Sports Complex, the Essex Multi-Use Courts feature three courts with line markings for pickle ball and tennis. The courts are well lit and monitored by cameras, allowing for safe and secure recreation for all ages.

Located on the grounds of the Essex Centre Sports Complex, the Essex Tot Park and Splash Pad features an accessible playground structure and a splash pad with several water attractions.

Located on the grounds of Harrow Fairgrounds, the Harrow Playground and Splash Pad features a playground structure and splash pad with several water attractions.

Located at Colchester Beach and Harbour, the Colchester Park and Splash Pad features a pirate ship playground structure and splash pad with several water attractions.

Located on the grounds of the Essex Sports Complex, the Essex Skate Park features skill-building equipment for thrill seekers.

Located at the Harrow Fairgrounds, the Harrow Skate Park features skill-building equipment for thrill seekers.

Located on the grounds of the Essex Sports Complex, the Essex Dog Park is an off-leash space where dogs can play and socialize safely. The park consists of an enclosed and grassed area with an additional fenced entrance that allows handlers to leash their dogs before exiting the park.

• 1 available at Harrow and Colchester South Arena

• 1 available at Harrow Soccer Complex

• 1 available at Colchester Beach and Harbour

• 9 available at Essex Centre Sports Fields *(new development)*

• 7 available at Harrow Soccer Complex

• 5 available at Essex Centre Sports Fields *(new development)*

• 6 available at Harrow Fairgrounds

• 2 available at Harrow Fairgrounds

• 1 available at Bridlewood Optimist Park

• 1 available at Sadler's Nature Park and Trail

• 1 available at Peace Garden

• 1 available at McGregor Parkette

• Bridlewood Optimist Park
• Heritage Gardens Park
• Hunter Park
• Stanton Park
• Sadler’s Nature Park and Trail
• Sparky’s Park
• Tulley Meadows Bush and Trail

• Bramblewood Park
• Liberato Park
• Participark Trail
• Tawenstha Park

• McGregor Parkette

• Bagot Park
• Bell Park
• Peace Garden

A new accessible playground and park will be located at the intersection of Lane Street and Jones Street in Essex Centre.

A new off-leash dog park is planned for the Harrow Fairgrounds, providing a safe and enjoyable place for dogs.

A brand-new pavilion is being constructed within Sadler’s Nature Park and Trail to replace the existing structure, providing residents and visitors with a refreshed gathering space in a well-known community park.

Future park development is anticipated to be completed. Many opportunities available!

A new pirate ship-themed play structure is set to replace the existing playground at Colchester Beach and Harbour.

Offered year-round at the Essex Recreation Centre, public swim sponsorship supports inclusive programming for all ages. On average, each public swim attracts approximately 100 participants. Annually, the Town proudly delivers 1,298 swimming lessons and programs with 3,817 attendees. Sponsored swims are open to the public on a first-come-first-serve basis. Learn more about public swimming!

Offered at the Essex Sports Complex, and Harrow and Colchester South Arena from September to May, sponsorship supports accessible skating opportunities to residents of all ages. On average, a public skate attracts approximately 100 participants. Sponsored skates are open to the public on a first-come-first-serve basis. Learn more about public skating!

Drop-In programming is offered year-round at the Essex Recreation Centre, Essex Sports Complex, and Harrow and Colchester South Arena. As a sponsor, you can support various drop-in programs, providing community members of all ages access to activities and programs free of charge! The Town offers 450 recreational programs, with over 16,200 participants served annually. Learn more about programs activities!

Clubhouse Day Camps offer engaging and educational experiences for children and youth aged 4 to 12 throughout the year. For over a decade, these camps have been a trusted choice for families, providing a safe, exciting, and enriching environment where children can learn, grow, and stay active. Day camps are offered on P.A. Days, during March Break, and throughout the entire summer break. The Town offers 42-day camp programs and welcomes an average of 106 participants per day. Learn more about programs activities!

June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM) is an initiative that promotes the benefits of recreation and parks for physical, social, and environmental health. Sponsorship of JRPM will assist the Town in offering free programming to over 1,000 attendees across recreational facilities and parks in the month of June to support healthy living and wellness for residents of all ages. Learn more about programs activities!

Tune Up the Parks is a well-known annual summer concert series event that brings free, live outdoor music to local parks in Essex Centre and Colchester, attracting approximately 150 attendees per event. Taking place each week from June to August, the concert series features emerging community-based musicians across various genres. Learn more about Tune up the Parks!

To make the most of the warm summer nights, the Town of Essex hosts Movies in the Park. Spend some quality time with the family and enjoy a free movie under the stars! All ages are invited to watch a film on the big screen, enjoy free concessions, and participate in family friendly activities. Movies are held in Colchester and Essex Centre from June to September, with approximately 150 attendees per event.