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The Cajundome Convention Center is a premier multi‑purpose venue in Lafayette, Louisiana. Owned by UL Lafayette and operated by the Cajundome Commission, this connected arena and convention space hosts everything from large concerts and major sports to conventions and campus events. Whether you’re catching a UL basketball game, a headline concert, or a regional convention, you’ll find flexible spaces, easy access, and reliable support for a smooth experience.
Here, you’ll get practical details about seating configurations, parking, transit options, and nearby hotel and dining choices. We’ve prioritized affiliate partner recommendations to help you plan comfortable stays and convenient meals around your event schedule.
Seating at the Cajundome is versatile: the arena ranges from 4,000 to 13,500 seats, and the adjacent convention center adapts from 20 to 2,000 attendees. For UL basketball, capacities have appeared around 12,362 in recent seasons, while concerts commonly list up to 13,500. A detailed seating map is available on the official Cajundome site and UL athletics pages, so you can secure the right seats with confidence.
Parking is straightforward with free perimeter lots. Gate 12 is reserved for parking passes during major events, and overflow parking is available at Cajun Field. On-site and nearby lots are described on the official Parking page. For getting there, Lafayette Transit System serves the area, and UL campus shuttles help travelers move between campus and events. Regional transit options are also available for guests from surrounding areas.
After the show or game, you’ll find convenient lodging and dining nearby. The Hilton Garden Inn Lafayette/Cajundome sits directly across from the venue, offering easy access for event nights. Comfort Suites Oil Center is a short drive away and other lodging options are listed on the venue’s Hotels page. For meals before or after your event, you’ll find a range of nearby eateries and affiliate partner restaurant suggestions to keep you comfortable and satisfied.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 444 Cajundome Blvd., Lafayette, LA 70506.
- Venue type: multi-purpose arena (Cajundome) and connected convention center; owned by UL Lafayette and operated by the Cajundome Commission.
- Seating capacity: Arena adjustable 4,000–13,500; Convention Center adjustable 20–2,000. For UL basketball, capacity has been cited around 12,362 in recent years; concerts commonly listed at 13,500.
- Seating chart: Map/View diagrams available on official site and UL athletics pages.
- Parking: Free perimeter parking; Gate 12 reserved for parking passes during major events; overflow parking at Cajun Field; on-site and nearby lots described on the Parking page.
- Transit: Lafayette Transit System access and UL campus shuttle options mentioned; regional transit info available for getting to events.
- Nearby hotels: Hilton Garden Inn Lafayette/Cajundome directly across from the venue; Comfort Suites Oil Center nearby; other lodging listed on the venue’s Hotels page.
- Notable events hosted: Elton John, Garth Brooks, Cirque du Soleil, WWE; Sun Belt Conference basketball tournaments; large conventions and Mardi Gras balls.