Welcome to Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall, home to intimate concerts, large-scale performances, and engaging events in downtown Rochester, Minnesota. Formerly Mayo Civic Auditorium, the hall now carries the name Dr. Charles H. Mayo Presentation Hall while the Mayo Civic Center complex remains a vibrant hub for arts, culture, and community gatherings. With a flexible seating range from about 500 to 1,084 seats depending on the configuration, this venue hosts everything from Rochester Symphony concerts to touring acts. We've got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining to make your visit smooth and enjoyable.

Whether you’re catching a Sky Full of Sound or a headline comedy show like Bert Kreischer, secure your seats through our trusted network and plan ahead using the details below. The Mayo Civic Center is well-connected to downtown Rochester via skyways, making it easy to stroll from your hotel or grab a bite at nearby eateries after the show. If you’re organizing a group outing or a solo night out, we help you find the right seats, parking options, and convenient accommodations so you can focus on the performance.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 30 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, MN 55904.
Venue: Dr. Charles H. Mayo Presentation Hall, historically Mayo Civic Auditorium; part of the Mayo Civic Center, renovated in 2017.
Capacity: up to 1,084 in theater-style configurations (range 500–1,084 depending on setup).
Seating chart: a dedicated Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall seating chart is available (image hosted on the Rochester Symphony site).
Parking: Civic Center Ramp (attached via skyway), Civic Center South Lot (about 240 spaces), and a north-side city ramp; free parking in city ramps after certain hours.
Transit & hotels: downtown Rochester location with skyway connections to hotels; multiple hotels within walking distance.
Notable events: Rochester Symphony concerts (Sky Full of Sound, Highland Romance, LIFTED BY LIGHT) and touring acts such as Bert Kreischer (March 13, 2026) among others; the center also hosts large-scale arena and auditorium events.
Renaming/demolition: The hall was originally Mayo Civic Auditorium and is now named Dr. Charles H. Mayo Presentation Hall; the Mayo Civic Center itself remains in operation (no demolition).