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The Coliseum<\/p><\/h1><\/div>

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The Coliseum and Show Ring is in use at various points throughout the year for agricultural and non-ag related activities.<\/h3>\n

Capable of seating 3,120, this open-air structure features a show ring, two concession stands, restroom facilities, office space and ticket booths.<\/h3>\n

World Beef Expo, multiple horse shows, rodeos, dances, and competitions are among the activities the Coliseum has been utilized for.<\/h3>\n<\/div>
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<\/i>View The Coliseum Floor Plan<\/span><\/a><\/div>
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Building Specs<\/strong><\/h2><\/div>
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Building Features<\/strong><\/th>\nSpecifications<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Building Dimensions<\/td>\n178 feet x 324 feet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Building Area<\/td>\n57,672 square feet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Show Ring Dimensions<\/td>\n108 feet x 220 feet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Show Ring Area<\/td>\n23,760 square feet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Seating Capacity<\/td>\n3,120 people<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ceiling Height<\/td>\n17 feet at Show Ring entrance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Floor Material<\/td>\nSoil<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Concessions Stands<\/td>\nTwo<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
HVAC<\/td>\nNo, Open Air Facility<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Offices<\/td>\nThree<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Restrooms<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Special Features<\/td>\nRunning Water, Electric Service, Two Ticket Booths<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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Inside the Coliseum<\/strong><\/h2><\/div>
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View of Arena Seating<\/h4><\/div>

The north side of the show ring features bleacher-style seating with a capacity for 1,718 persons.<\/p>\n

The south side of the show ring also features bleacher-style seating with a capacity for 1,161 persons. Additionally, the south side of the show ring includes 240 VIP seats with back rests.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Exhibitor View of Arena<\/h4><\/div>

The exhibitor entrance into the show ring features 17-ft. high ceilings that welcome horse hitches of any height.<\/p>\n

Show ring floor is made of a soil mixture to simulate a natural environment for all livestock.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Attendee View of Arena<\/h4><\/div>

Event attendees sitting on either side of the show ring will have an excellent view of all the action happening at your event.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Host Your Event with Us<\/strong><\/h2><\/div>

Want to host an event at Wisconsin State Fair Park? Please take a moment to fill out the New Event Inquiry Form<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Our sales team will then review your application and contact you within five (5) business days.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Have questions about hosting an event at Wisconsin State Fair Park? Contact us!<\/p>\n