The Bismarck Event Center offers three unique facilities – the Exhibit Hall, Arena and Belle Mehus Auditorium – that combine to offer flexible, dynamic space for your meetings, expos, banquets and entertainment. Built in 1969, our Arena boasts 46,000 square feet with seating for up to 10,000 individuals. Check back for more details on the upcoming 50th anniversary celebration! Our recently expanded Exhibit Hall offers 100,000 square feet to accommodate any type of event. Complete with meeting rooms, 34,000 square feet of pre-function space, and truck bays to help move in and move out go smoothly, our Exhibit Hall can be transformed to meet your event’s unique needs. The Belle Mehus Auditorium was built in 1914 and has been home to a variety of events, ranging from musical and theatrical performances to weddings, receptions, meetings and more. This historical facility located in downtown Bismarck offers a unique setting with great acoustics. With on-site support through a dedicated Sales and Event Coordinator, we will work to meet your planning needs from setup and catering to audio/visual and ticketing. Our professional staff will make sure your event is carried through from beginning to end.