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About Aksarben Coliseum
Aksarben Coliseum was a cornerstone of entertainment and sports in Omaha, located at 6800 Mercy Road. While the original arena on the Ak-Sar-Ben Race Track site was demolished in 2004, its legacy lives on through nearby developments and new venues. Today, visitors to the area can explore the historic grounds, the adjacent Aksar-Ben Village, and the modern Baxter Arena opened in 2015. This page provides a complete, visitor-friendly guide to the venue’s history, seating context, parking options, transportation, and nearby hotels and dining that cater to travelers and locals alike.
Whether you’re researching venue history, planning a trip to nearby events, or coordinating a visit to Aksar-Ben Village, we’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward information. Secure your seats and plan your route with the city’s transit links and recommended accommodations in the area.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 6800 Mercy Road, Omaha, NE 68106.
- Venue type: Indoor arena and horse racing complex (part of Ak-Sar-Ben Race Track).
- Capacity: 7,200 for the Coliseum (11,500 including grandstand seating).
- Status: Demolished on October 8, 2004; site redeveloped as Aksarben Village; Baxter Arena opened in 2015 nearby.
- Notable events: Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Nirvana; major hockey (Omaha Knights), basketball (Omaha Racers), boxing, and Ak-Sar-Ben 4-H Exposition.
- Seating chart: Publicly published seating chart for the Coliseum is not readily available; historical capacity was 7,200.
- Parking: Historically around 5,000 parking spaces were available for events.
- Nearby hotels: A 135-room Marriott Hotel was built in Aksar-Ben Village (2008).
- Transit: Aksarben Transit Center at 6801 Mercy Road; Metro routes serve the area (Route 55; Route 11/13/15/18 as applicable).