El Paso County Coliseum

The El Paso County Coliseum is the premier entertainment and sports venue in the Southwest. The Coliseum, which has a seating capacity of 6,500, hosts between 125 and 150 performances a year, featuring a variety of music entertainers, as well as everything in-between, such as the rodeo, circus, sporting events, festivals, dances, roller derby and so much more.

The Coliseum officially opened its doors on May 21, 1942, and has undergone several changes throughout the years, including major renovations to the facade, box office, adding a state-of-the-art heating and air-conditioning system, new seating, expanded hallways, concession stands and restrooms. Promoters and entertainers enjoy comfortable dressing rooms, new staging and the easiest load-in capabilities in the area. The property also features an 850-space parking lot, the Events Center, Judging Arena and the open-air Pavilion. The Coliseum is managed by the El Paso Sports Commission.