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The Pinnacle Bank Expo Center sits within the Fonner Park complex in Grand Island, Nebraska. This exhibition and convention space offers a broad, flexible footprint ideal for trade shows, expos, sales events, and large gatherings. With 100,000 square feet of exhibit space and a clear-span floor plan that can accommodate booths, aisles, and temporary staging, the venue is designed for adaptable event layouts rather than fixed seating. Whether you’re planning a Home and Builders Show, a gun show, AKC dog events, or business meetings, this space can be configured to fit your needs.
As part of Fonner Park, the center benefits from strong on-site amenities, accessible parking, and proximity to Grand Island’s dining and lodging options. We’ve got you covered with practical details on parking, transportation, facilities, and nearby hotels and restaurants to help you plan your visit with ease.
Venue details
- Location: 700 East Stolley Park Road, Grand Island, NE 68801 (Fonner Park campus)
- Type: Exhibition and convention space within Fonner Park; primarily a trade-show and event venue with a floor-plan layout instead of fixed seating
- Total space: 100,000 sq ft of exhibit space; clear-span area approximately 160' x 500'
- Capacity: No fixed seating; capacity is event-config dependent
- Floor plan: Floorplan available showing entrances, restrooms, and exhibit layout (no permanent seating)
- Parking: 3,115 hard-surfaced parking spaces plus 50 acres of non-surfaced parking
- Transit: GO GI provides demand-responsive service; no fixed-route service currently. See local transit page for accessibility and scheduling
Nearby hotels & dining (affiliate-friendly options)
To simplify your visit, consider these nearby options with event-friendly shuttle services or partnerships. Availability and rates vary by date, so we recommend confirming directly with the property or our partner links.
- Boarders Inn & Suites – Grand Island
- Best Western PLUS Grand Island
- Super 8 Grand Island
Pro tip: all listed properties are within minutes of Pinnacle Bank Expo Center and often offer event-related shuttle services. We highlight affiliate partner options to help you secure convenient lodging and dining during peak event times.
Transportation & parking tips
Plan to arrive early for parking and traffic flow around Fonner Park. The Expo Center’s large surface parking areas typically accommodate large shows and events. If you’re using GO GI transit, check demand-responsive schedules in advance and arrange a pickup/drop-off window that aligns with event hours.
Event types and layout considerations
- Trade shows, consumer expos, conventions, and large meetings
- Exhibit-focused events with temporary booths and aisles
- Non-fixed seating arrangements based on floor plan needs
Planning resources: floor plan images and layout details are available to help you design vendor booths and attendee flow. Our goal is to provide practical, non-pushy guidance to secure your space or visit with confidence.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 700 East Stolley Park Road, Grand Island, NE 68801 (Fonner Park campus).
- Venue type: Exhibition/expo center within the Fonner Park complex; primarily a trade-show and convention space with a floor plan rather than fixed seating.
- Capacity: No fixed seating; capacity is event-config dependent ( Expo Center offers 100,000 sq ft of exhibit space; floor plan shows layout with booths and aisles).
- Size and space: 100,000 sq ft total exhibit space; clear-span area approximately 160' x 500'.
- Parking: 3,115 hard-surfaced parking spaces plus 50 acres of non-surfaced parking.
- Seating chart / layout: Floorplan available showing entrances, restrooms and exhibit layout (no permanent seating); floorplan image labeled Pinnacle Bank Expo Center is provided by the venue.
- Transit: Grand Island public transit (GO GI) provides demand-responsive service; no fixed-route service as of the latest plan; instructions and accessibility available on local transit pages.
- Nearby hotels: Boarders Inn & Suites, Best Western PLUS Grand Island, and Super 8 Grand Island, all within minutes and offering event-related shuttle options.
- Notable events hosted: Home and Builders Show, Tri City Street Rods, AKC Dog Show, Nebraska Muzzleloading Gun Show, Nebraska State Fire School, Aurora Cooperative Annual Meeting, and Nebraska State Fair activities.
- Renaming / status: The Expo Center was renamed to Pinnacle Bank Expo Center in 2013; it remains an active part of Fonner Park (not demolished).