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Sonnentag Event Center is a multipurpose arena in Eau Claire, Wisconsin located on the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire's campus. The stadium is anticipated to open in 2024. The stadium replaced the Zorn Arena.

History
In 2014, alumni John and Carolyn Sonnentag gave more than 25 acres of land along the Chippewa River to the UW-Eau Claire Foundation. The UW-Eau Claire Foundation also accepted a $70 million gift from the Sonnentags and their family foundation in 2021. These gifts were intended to help the university replace Zorn Arena and provide value to the community.

On July 9, 2021, the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents authorized UWEC to lease space at the arena for 20 years with a 10-year renewal option.

Sports
The stadium will host the Eau Claire in The Arena League, expected to begin in June 2025. The league agreed to a three-year lease with the stadium.

Events
The arena will be able to accommodate all types of events. The facility will be 100,000 square feet and designed for trade shows, concerts, and competitions.

John and Carolyn Sonnentag Fieldhouse
The John and Carolyn Sonnetag Fieldhouse is an 81,300 square-foot space that features a 120-yard artificially turfed field.