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About Heart of Oklahoma Expo

Welcome to the Heart of OK Expo Center, a versatile 52-acre fairgrounds in Shawnee, Oklahoma. With multiple facilities including the Grandstand outdoor arena, Otto Krause Indoor Arena, Fred Humphrey Pavilion, Avedis Conference Center, and an RV Park, this venue supports a wide range of events from rodeos and concerts to conferences and trade shows. Whether you’re attending a show, hosting an event, or planning an affiliate stay, we’ve got you covered with practical, no-nonsense information to help you secure your seats and plan your visit.

Located at 1700 W Independence Street, Shawnee, OK 74804, the Heart of OK Expo Center sits about 2 miles south of I-40 (Hwy 177 access) and adjacent to Shawnee Regional Airport, making travel and arrivals straightforward for attendees and performers alike.

Explore the seating options, parking details, transit access, and nearby hotel and restaurant recommendations to make the most of your experience at this time-tested venue, home to long-running events like the International Finals Youth Rodeo (IFYR).

For event organizers, exhibitors, and visitors, the Heart of OK Expo Center is a reliable and flexible choice. The Grandstand offers ample outdoor seating with covered bleachers, the Otto Krause Arena accommodates up to 1,000 attendees indoors, and the Avedis Conference Center provides expansive meeting and breakout spaces. The on-site RV Park supports long stays with full hookups and multiple comfort stations. When you’re ready to plan, we’ll help you navigate seating, parking, and nearby lodging and dining options to keep things simple and stress-free.

Need help securing arrangements? We’ve got you. From venue details to affiliate hotel and restaurant pairings, you’ll find practical guidance here to make your next event or visit smooth and straightforward.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1700 W Independence Street, Shawnee, OK 74804.
  • Venue type: 52-acre fairgrounds with five facilities (Grandstand outdoor arena, Otto Krause Indoor Arena, Fred Humphrey Pavilion, Avedis Conference Center, and RV Park).
  • Outdoor Grandstand capacity: seats more than 7,500 in covered bleachers (plus two uncovered wings of 250 seats each).
  • Indoor Arena capacity: Otto Krause Arena seats up to 1,000.
  • Largest meeting/conference space: Avedis Conference Center with downstairs 17,400 sq ft and upstairs meeting rooms; largest downstairs area capacity up to 1,800 theatre-style.
  • Exhibit space: 152,400 square feet of exhibit space.
  • RV Park: around 366 50-amp full hookups plus additional spaces (133 more 50-amp, 296 30-amp); multiple comfort stations available.
  • Parking: two large adjacent parking lots with overflow options; on-site parking for exhibitors and attendees.
  • Transit/Access: located about 2 miles south of I-40 (Hwy 177 access); adjacent to Shawnee Regional Airport; roughly 1 hour from Will Rogers World Airport.
  • Notable events: home to the International Finals Youth Rodeo (IFYR) for decades.
  • Renamed/demolition status: facility is active and operating as Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center / Heart of OK Expo Center; no demolition; naming appears as Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center in some listings, but the official site uses Heart of OK Expo Center terminology as well.