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The Frederick Sigur Center, officially reopened after renovation as Frederick Sigur Center, is a dynamic event venue in the St. Bernard Parish Government Complex. Located at 8201 W Judge Perez Dr, Chalmette, LA 70043 (with some listings noting 8245 W Judge Perez Dr), the center combines a large auditorium with flexible ballroom spaces suitable for concerts, conferences, community events, and parish gatherings. The venue remains a cornerstone for local culture, hosting events such as St. Bernard Salutes America and various parish-sponsored activities.
Whether you’re planning a concert, conference, or community celebration, we’ve got you covered to secure your seats with ease. Here’s what to know about seating, accessibility, parking, transit, and nearby stays and dining options to help you plan a smooth visit.
The Frederick Sigur Center totals 52,400 sq ft of functional space, including an auditorium with a stage and professional lighting/sound, plus 10,850 sq ft across the Grand Ballroom, and additional North and South Ballrooms for breakout sessions or smaller gatherings. The auditorium supports on-floor seating for up to approximately 900, with mezzanine balconies offering 1st Balcony at 649 seats and 2nd Balcony at 734 seats, bringing the total capacity to about 2,400. The Grand Ballroom can accommodate around 750 in total, with the North Ballroom hosting roughly 350–400 and the South Ballroom about 150–225, depending on setup. For event planning, you can treat each date as a standalone experience and tailor seating configurations to your needs.
On-site parking makes arrival easy, and nearby transit options, including bus lines 84 and 86, provide convenient connections. Ferry access is noted in local transit guides as an additional travel option. When staying nearby, consider affiliate hotel partners such as Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chalmette – New Orleans S, Marina Inn & Suites Chalmette – New Orleans S, and Best Western Plus Chalmette Hotel for comfortable stays with straightforward commutes to the venue.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Current name and history: Frederick Sigur Center; previously known as Frederick J. Sigur Civic Center; officially rebranded after renovation and remains in operation.
- Location: 8201 W Judge Perez Dr, Chalmette, LA 70043 (St. Bernard Parish Government Complex). Some listings also reference 8245 W Judge Perez Dr as the site address.
- Venue composition: 52,400 sq ft auditorium with stage and lighting/sound; 10,850 sq ft Grand Ballroom; North Ballroom and South Ballroom for additional spaces.
- Auditorium capacity details: total up to 2,400; on-floor seating around 900; mezzanine balconies with 1st Balcony 649 seats and 2nd Balcony 734 seats.
- Grand Ballroom capacity: about 750 total (can be split into North Ballroom ~375 and South Ballroom ~200). North/South Ballroom capacities: North ~350–400 and South ~150–225 depending on seating style.
- Parking and transit: on-site parking available; nearby public transit options (bus lines 84/86) and local ferry access noted in transit guides.
- Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chalmette – New Orleans S (7905 W Judge Perez Dr), Marina Inn & Suites Chalmette – New Orleans S (5353 Paris Rd), Best Western Plus Chalmette Hotel (3400 Paris Rd).
- Notable events: has hosted community events such as St. Bernard Salutes America (e.g., 2014 coverage; events listed in 2025), among other parish-sponsored gatherings.
- Renamed/renovated status: renovated and reopened as Frederick Sigur Center; not demolished.