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About MidAmerica Expo Center

The MidAmerica Expo Center (MAC) in Council Bluffs, Iowa, is a versatile venue that hosts concerts, arena sports, and large-scale conventions. With configurable seating, expansive exhibit space, and a strategic location near major highways, MAC is a reliable choice for events big and small. Caesars Entertainment has operated the venue since 2012, and it’s sometimes marketed as Caesars Mid-America Center. Whether you’re catching a high-energy concert, a monster truck show, or a rodeo, you’ll find ample parking and convenient access just off I-80 and I-29.

Below you’ll find practical details to help you plan your visit, from seating and parking to nearby hotels and dining options. We’ve highlighted affiliate partner recommendations to simplify your booking and maximize your experience.

Seating at MAC is highly configurable to suit the event, with seating maps available on event pages. Expect free parking in surrounding lots, making the trip hassle-free. If you’re coming from out of town, there are eight hotels within roughly one mile of the venue, offering convenient stays without long commutes. For a full night out, explore nearby restaurants and bars, with trusted affiliate partners ready to welcome you. Need event updates? If a show is RESCHEDULED from a date, we’ll indicate that clearly and keep you informed. For multi-day events, each date is treated individually, so check the specific day you’re attending and secure your seats early.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
  • Venue type: Multi-use arena and convention center (MAC)
  • Capacity: Concerts ~9,000; hockey/arena football ~6,700; overall space includes 64,000 sq ft of exhibit/meeting space and 30,000 sq ft arena
  • Seating chart: Layout is configurable; seating maps are shown on event pages (e.g., Ticketmaster listings) with accessible seating options
  • Parking: Free parking in lots around the arena
  • Transit: Located near major highways (near Interstates I-80 and I-29); public transit details are not widely published by the venue
  • Nearby hotels: Eight hotels within one mile of MAC (Council Bluffs CVB)
  • Notable events hosted: Big-name concerts (examples include Sheryl Crow, Black-Eyed Peas, Martina McBride, Cher, John Mellencamp, Pearl Jam, Tom Petty, Foo Fighters, etc.), Monster Jam, Arenacross, rodeos and other large-scale events
  • Renamed/demolished: No demolition; still operating as Mid-America Center; operated by Caesars Entertainment since 2012 and sometimes marketed as Caesars Mid-America Center