Veterans Memorial Coliseum

Located at the Marion County Fairgrounds, the Veterans Memorial Coliseum offers a modern and versatile setting for concerts, sporting events, conventions, meetings, trade shows, and community gatherings. Designed to accommodate events of all sizes, the Coliseum combines spacious facilities with convenient amenities in a central Marion location.

The heated facility measures 270 feet by 145 feet and features 75 feet by 225 feet of open floor space with a durable concrete surface, making it ideal for a variety of event setups. The venue also includes seating for up to 3,200 guests, a heated annex area, locker rooms, and an on-site meeting room for added flexibility and convenience. Ample parking and additional fairgrounds facilities nearby make the Coliseum an excellent choice for both single-day and multi-day events.

Need a smaller space for your next gathering or event? The Marion County Fairgrounds also offers a variety of flexible rental facilities to accommodate meetings, livestock shows, private events, community functions, and more. From open-air barns and picnic shelters to heated indoor spaces, there are options available for events of nearly every size and need.

Available rental spaces include the versatile Evers Arena, featuring 150’ x 100’ of floor space with gas heat, insulated ceilings, portable bleachers, restrooms, and concrete floors. Additional options include the Picnic Shelter, Rabbit Barn, Coliseum Annex, Swine Barn, and Sheep Barn, along with camping hook-ups for overnight accommodations during events.

To help customize your event setup, equipment rentals are also available, including stages, bleachers, tables, and chairs. Rental fees include standard clean-up and trash hauling services, and restroom attendants are available for contracted events. Together, these facilities provide convenient and affordable options for everything from small gatherings to large-scale community events in Marion.