Welcome to the Mayo Civic Center Auditorium, a multi-purpose venue in Rochester, Minnesota. With a concert-capable capacity of up to 3,000 and theater configurations around 2,500, the Auditorium hosts a wide range of performances and events. Situated at 30 Civic Center Drive SE, this space is part of the Mayo Civic Center complex, connected to hotels, dining, and convenient transit options. We’ve got you covered with seating details, parking, transportation, and trusted nearby hotel and restaurant recommendations to make your visit easy and enjoyable.

Whether you’re here for a concert, comedy show, or festival, secure your seats in advance and plan your route via public transit or a quick drive to the Civic Center ramps and lots. The venue’s iconic history includes performances by Duke Ellington and Glenn Miller in 1946, with modern shows from artists like Bon Jovi and many others over the years.

Helpful insider tip: The Mayo Civic Center is a connected hub in downtown Rochester with Skyway links to several hotels, making it simple to stay close to the action. For accommodations, we highlight affiliate partner hotels that are linked via skyways for easy access during longer stays. If you’re planning multiple days, treat each event date as a standalone visit and check travel and parking details for that day. For transportation, Rochester Public Transit serves downtown, and future Link BRT projects aim to better connect Mayo Civic Center with Mayo Clinic campuses. Look for flexible ticket options and secure your seats early for popular performances.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Capacity: Auditorium seats up to 3,000 for concerts; theater configuration seating around 2,500 (Auditorium floor plan shows 3,000 Concert Max and 2,500 Theater).
Address: 30 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, MN 55904.
Venue type: Multi-purpose convention center comprising the Auditorium, Arena, Exhibit Hall, Ballroom, and meeting spaces; part of the Mayo Civic Center complex.
Seating chart: Official Auditorium floor plan indicates 3,000 max capacity with separate floor, balcony, and seating zones (GA floor vs. theater seating).
Parking: Civic Center Ramp (west side), Civic Center South Lot (across river), and a north lot; free evening/weekend parking in city ramps; paid rates apply otherwise.
Transit: Rochester Public Transit serves downtown; Link BRT project planned to connect Mayo Civic Center with Mayo Clinic campuses and downtown; Skyway connections to several hotels.
Nearby hotels: Kahler Grand Hotel, Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area, Rochester Marriott Mayo Clinic Area, Residence Inn Rochester Mayo Clinic Area (all connected or linked via skyway).
Notable events: Early Mayo Civic Auditorium hosted Duke Ellington and Glenn Miller in 1946; venue has hosted Harlem Globetrotters, Kiss, Bob Dylan, and other major acts; Bon Jovi’s Wanted Dead or Alive video was filmed at Mayo Civic Center.
Renaming/demolition: The facility was renamed Mayo Civic Center in 1984 after expansions; no demolition of the Auditorium is indicated; name-change discussions occurred in 2017 but Mayo Civic Center name was retained.