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About Bast Gym at Roanoke College

Welcome to Bast Gym, a on-campus multi-purpose gymnasium housed inside the Bast Center at Roanoke College. Located at 221 College Lane in Salem, VA, Bast Gym hosts a variety of events from graduations and convocations to concerts and dance showcases. With a capacity of up to 2,300 for non-athletic events and 1,600 for athletic events, Bast Gym is a flexible space designed to accommodate a wide range of productions. We’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby accommodations and dining to help you plan a smooth visit.

Whether you’re seeking floor seating with appropriate floor coverings or portable bleachers for larger crowds, Bast Gym can be configured to suit your event. Note that there is no publicly published seating chart; event setups typically use portable bleachers and a stage can be arranged as needed.

Transit to Bast Gym is convenient via Valley Metro routes 91 and 92, which stop in front of the Roanoke College campus, with MetroFLX providing Sunday service. Students can access free bus passes, and visitors can factor in parking in green visitor lots with passes available through Campus Safety. For lodging and dining, the Salem area offers several close-by options including affiliate-friendly hotels such as the Fairfield Inn & Suites Roanoke Salem, La Quinta Inn & Suites Salem, and Comfort Inn (Roanoke/Airport area). We’ve highlighted trusted hotel and restaurant partners to help you secure comfortable stays and reliable pre/post-show meals. If you’re planning an event, consider booking accommodations through our affiliate partners to maximize convenience and value. Recent and upcoming events at Bast Gym include Roanoke College graduations, the Roanoke College Dance Team Showcase on Apr 5, 2025, the Time Travel Bash on Nov 8, 2025, and MAPLES events for kids hosted at Bast Gym.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 221 College Lane, Salem, VA 24153
  • Venue type: On-campus multi-purpose gymnasium (Bast Gym) inside the Bast Center
  • Capacity: 2,300 for non-athletic events; 1,600 for athletic events
  • Seating chart: No public seating chart published; uses portable bleachers; stage available; floor seating requires floor covering
  • Parking: Visitors may park in green lots; visitor parking passes available through Campus Safety
  • Transit: Valley Metro bus service (Routes 91 & 92 stop in front of campus); MetroFLX provides Sunday service; free bus passes for students
  • Nearby hotels: Fairfield Inn & Suites Roanoke Salem; La Quinta Inn & Suites Salem; Comfort Inn (Roanoke/Airport area); Visit Salem VA lists multiple nearby options
  • Notable events hosted: Graduation/convocations and concerts; Roanoke College Dance Team Showcase (Apr 5, 2025); Time Travel Bash (Nov 8, 2025); MAPLES events (MAPLES Kids opens events in Bast Gym)