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The Portland Exposition Building, officially listed as James A Banks Sr Portland Exposition Building, is a city-owned, multi-purpose arena and exhibition space located at 239 Park Ave in Portland, Maine. This renowned venue hosts a variety of events—from Maine Celtics home games in the NBA G League to exhibitions, concerts, and community gatherings. With a 24,000 sq ft exhibit area and flexible seating configurations, it’s a dependable choice for a straightforward ticket experience. We’ve got you covered on finding seats, parking, transit, and nearby stays and eateries.

Nearby Hadlock Field and the Portland Ice Arena, the venue sits in a convenient sports complex area with easy access to downtown Portland. Whether you’re planning a big show or a smaller exhibition, you’ll find up-to-date seating maps through SeatGeek and SimpleSeats for current event configurations.

Parking consists of 350 on-site spaces for guests. Portland METRO buses provide service to and from the venue, making it simple to arrive without driving. Park Avenue’s proximity to downtown Portland also offers straightforward rideshare access and walkability to nearby amenities. For a comfortable stay and convenient dining before or after events, consider affiliate hotel partners and recommended local eateries that suit a range of budgets and preferences.

Featured events include Maine Celtics home games and Maine Roller Derby, with a history of performances by notable artists and visits from presidents. For tickets and seating, secure your seats through our easy, no-fuss process and rely on us for a dependable connection to great events at this staple Maine venue.

Venue Highlights

  • Venue type: City-owned, multi-purpose exposition arena and exhibition space
  • Audience capacity: Theater seating up to 3,000; Banquet up to 1,500; Classroom up to ~1,300
  • Exhibit space: ~24,000 sq ft
  • Parking: 350 on-site spaces
  • Transit: Served by Portland METRO bus network; connected to downtown Portland
  • Nearby attractions: Hadlock Field, Portland Ice Arena
  • Nearby hotels: La Quinta Inn & Suites Portland, Westin Portland Harborview, Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay
  • Notable past events: Maine Celtics, major acts, presidential visits

For the best experience, check the current seating chart for each event via SeatGeek or SimpleSeats, then secure your tickets with your trusted connection for a straightforward purchase process.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 239 Park Ave, Portland, ME 04102.
  • Official name: James A Banks Sr Portland Exposition Building (renamed by the City of Portland).
  • Venue type: City-owned, multi-purpose exposition arena and exhibition space, part of a sports complex near Hadlock Field and the Portland Ice Arena.
  • Capacity and space: Exhibit space about 24,000 sq ft; Theater seating up to 3,000; Banquet up to 1,500; Classroom up to about 1,300.
  • Parking: 350 on-site parking spaces.
  • Seating chart: Public seating maps exist; see SeatGeek and SimpleSeats for current event-seat configurations.
  • Transit: Served by Portland METRO bus network; area around Park Ave is well-connected to downtown Portland.
  • Nearby hotels: La Quinta Inn & Suites Portland (~0.2 miles); Westin Portland Harborview (~0.6 miles); Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay (~0.8 miles).
  • Notable events: Maine Celtics home games (NBA G League); Maine Roller Derby; past performances by major acts (Beach Boys, James Brown, Dolly Parton, Janis Joplin) and visits by Presidents Kennedy and Obama.
  • Renamed/status: Still active; officially listed as James A Banks Sr Portland Exposition Building.