Extraco Events Center, Indoor arena in Waco, Texas
The Extraco Events Center is an indoor venue in Waco designed to host a range of events from rodeos to concerts. Its flexible main floor can be adapted for livestock competitions, sporting matches, and other large gatherings that draw crowds from the region.
McLennan County voters approved a $1.2 million bond in the early 1950s, and the last of five contracts was signed on January 9, 1952. The complex opened on April 11, 1953, and served as Baylor University's basketball home and Waco's largest concert venue until Ferrell Center opened in 1988. Facilities were renovated between 2000 and 2005, and Extraco Banks acquired naming rights in August 2010.
The grounds host the annual Heart O' Texas Fair and events such as the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, monster trucks and major concert acts; WWE Raw has also been staged in the coliseum. The name Heart O' Texas was carried by the fair complex before Extraco Banks bought naming rights in 2010.
Access to the center is available from Bosque Boulevard and Lake Air Drive with ample parking. Multiple concession areas and facility amenities are designed to handle large crowds comfortably.
The Back Porch Club provides membership-based dining and entertainment experiences during certain events. This exclusive space offers a different way to enjoy performances and competitions compared to standard seating areas.
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