[1] The design features an expansive turf grass field with adjacent amphitheatre, a surrounding stone path, benches, canopies and secondary stage.

The square's large water feature becomes ice rink in the winter and doubles as an event space when needed.

[1][2] The upper and lower parts of the square were originally distinct spaces separated by a segment of City Centre Drive.

However, pedestrian safety issues, a desire to unify the two sections, and a commitment to building a vibrant downtown led the city council to permanently close this segment, uniting the upper and lower parts of the square.

[5] The event has grown to attract over 100,00 visitors and hosted the likes of musicians such as Carly Rae Jepsen, Down with Webster, and the Strumbellas.