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About MetraPark Montana Fairgrounds
MetraPark Montana Fairgrounds in Billings, Montana, is a versatile, multi‑purpose venue complex that hosts concerts, rodeos, circuses, trade shows, and family events. The grounds include the First Interstate Arena at MetraPark (formerly Rimrock Auto Arena), the Expo Center, and the Montana Pavilion. With a capacity that adapts to configuration—up to 12,000 for many concerts, 10,500 for basketball, and around 8,700–12,000 for rodeo, boxing, and wrestling—MetraPark is a premier entertainment hub in downtown Billings. We've got you with clear details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to help you secure your seats with ease.
Note on naming: The arena is now named First Interstate Arena at MetraPark. MetraPark grounds themselves remain the same, continuing to host a wide range of events year‑round.
Whether you’re catching a MontanaFair show in August, a NILE Stock Show, Jordan World Circus, or a Billings RV & Boat Show at the Expo Center, planning ahead makes the experience smooth. Below you’ll find seating information, parking options (including a the best available price upgrade for the premium lot), transit details with MET Transit, and recommended nearby hotels and restaurants to enhance your visit.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 308 6th Avenue North, Billings, MT 59101.
- Venue type: Multi-purpose fairgrounds housing the First Interstate Arena at MetraPark, the Expo Center, and the Montana Pavilion.
- Arena capacity varies by configuration: Concerts up to 12,000; basketball 10,500; rodeo/hockey 8,700; ice show/circus about 9,800; boxing/wrestling up to 12,000.
- Seating chart: A First Interstate Arena Map is available on the venue site showing seating by section.
- Parking: Premium Lot north of the arena with a $10 upgrade option; free parking in other lots; MontanaFair tram shuttle and MET Transit options.
- Transit: MET Transit bus routes 18M and 16P service MontanaFair (11 am–6 pm; Sunday service not provided).
- Nearby hotels: Northern Hotel, Best Western ClockTower Inn, C'mon Inn Billings (and other downtown options).
- Notable events: MontanaFair annually in August; events at Expo Center include Jordan World Circus, NILE Stock Show, Billings RV & Boat Show, and more.
- Rename/demolition note: The arena is now named First Interstate Arena at MetraPark (formerly Rimrock Auto Arena at MetraPark; MetraPark grounds themselves remain).