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Welcome to Bayfront Plaza Exhibit Hall, historically known as the American Bank Center complex and now rebranded as the Hilliard Center. Located at 1901 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, this multipurpose venue houses an arena, the Selena Auditorium, and a large convention/exhibit hall. Whether you’re attending a Broadway tour, a concert, or a convention, we’ve got you covered with practical buying guidance, venue details, and nearby lodging and dining options to make your visit seamless.
Note: The venue components include the Arena (approximately 10,000 seats), Selena Auditorium (about 2,526 seats with pit, orchestra, grand tier, and balcony levels), and a sizable exhibit/meeting space. Parking is on-site with cashless payments now in use, and public transit options are available via CCRTA. For the latest venue name references, you may still see historical mentions tied to its former names, including Bayfront Plaza and the American Bank Center family of facilities.
We’ve got you with straightforward, no-fuss information to help you secure your seats, plan transit, and find great nearby stays and bites before or after your event.
Accessibility and nearby amenities are a big part of a smooth visit. The venue sits along Corpus Christi’s bayfront, offering convenient links to Downtown and the waterfront. For lodging, Omni Corpus Christi Hotel sits directly across the bay from the venue, providing comfortable stays with bayfront views and easy access to events. If you’re driving, on-site lots offer several hundred spaces, with ParkMobile and cashless payment options streamlining the process. For public transit, CCRTA bus routes 76 and 78 serve the area, and shuttle connections are available for some events.
We always recommend confirming parking instructions and entrance points for your specific event date. And if you’re traveling from afar, consider booking your hotel and dining through our trusted partners to simplify your plans.
Secure your seats and plan your Bayfront Plaza Exhibit Hall visit with confidence—we’ll help you navigate seating options, parking, transit, and nearby hotels and restaurants so you can focus on the show.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 1901 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78401.
- Current name (as of Sept 2025): Hilliard Center (renaming of American Bank Center); Bayfront Plaza was the original name prior to 2004. See renaming coverage. ([mysanantonio.com](https://www.mysanantonio.com/news/south-texas/article/hilliard-center-thomas-j-henry-20803296.php))
- Venue components: Arena (10,000 seats), Selena Auditorium (approx. 2,526 seats), Convention Center with 138,000–146,000+ sq ft of exhibit/meeting space; Exhibit Hall space listed around 46,500 sq ft per Northstar/venue data. ([northstarmeetingsgroup.com](https://www.northstarmeetingsgroup.com/Meeting-Event-Venues/Corpus-Christi-TX/Convention-Center/American-Bank-Center-p52696727?utm_source=openai))
- Selena Auditorium seating breakdown: Pit 78, Orchestra 824, Grand Tier 981, Balcony 721 (total ~2,526). ([americanbankcenter.com](https://www.americanbankcenter.com/selena-auditorium/?utm_source=openai))
- Notable former/current events: Jersey Boys, Les Misérables, Hadestown (Selena Auditorium and venue listings). ([ibdb.com](https://www.ibdb.com/touring-theatre/american-bank-center-selena-aud-442?utm_source=openai))
- Parking: On-site lots with roughly 450–950 spaces referenced; cashless payments implemented since 2025; ParkMobile recommended for advance parking. ([parkme.com](https://www.parkme.com/lot/92570/american-bank-center-corpus-christi-tx?utm_source=openai))
- Transit: CCRTA bus lines (e.g., 76, 78) serve the area; shuttle routes to Downtown/American Bank Center events exist. ([moovitapp.com](https://moovitapp.com/index/en/public_transit-American_Bank_Center_Arena-Corpus_Christi_TX-site_31231366-3471?utm_source=openai))
- Nearby hotels: Omni Corpus Christi Hotel at 900 N Shoreline Blvd (directly across bayfront area; typical event lodging option). ([omnihotels.com](https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/corpus-christi?utm_source=openai))