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About The Pavilion - Marion

The Pavilion in Marion, Illinois is a city-owned, multipurpose event center known as The Pavilion Event Center. Located at 1602 Sioux Drive, this versatile venue hosts a wide range of events—from trade shows like the Southern Illinois Boat & Fishing Show to red-carpet galas and community gatherings. With a dedicated Expo Hall, a spacious ballroom, and three meeting rooms, The Pavilion accommodates large crowds as well as intimate gatherings.

Whether you’re planning a concert, trade show, meeting, or gala, this venue offers a clear floor plan and flexible spaces. The facility layout includes an Expo Hall measuring 170 feet by 200 feet, a ballroom around 6,000 square feet with a 25 by 25-foot dance floor, and three meeting rooms each about 38 by 51 feet. Floor plans are available as a PDF for planning purposes.

We’re here to help you secure your seats or book the right space. If you’re organizing an event or attending one, you’ll find practical details on seating configurations, parking, transit options, and nearby lodging and dining to make your trip smooth.

Note: The Pavilion operates under the branding The Pavilion and The Pavilion Event Center. The venue continues to host a variety of events and remains an active, community-focused gathering place in Marion, IL.

Seating can accommodate multiple configurations, with typical theater-style setups for concerts and events. For specific seating details, refer to the official floor plan PDF that outlines Expo Hall, ballroom, and meeting rooms. Parking includes a main lot with 313 regular spaces and 12 accessible spaces, plus an auxiliary lot adding roughly 120 spaces. Plan ahead for crowds and consider rideshare or parking early for popular events.

Accessible parking and entry are available, and the venue is reachable by regional roads with nearby hotels and dining to suit a range of budgets and preferences. If you’re booking, we’ve got you with easy guidance on securing the right seats, event dates, and nearby accommodations.

Hotels and dining partners nearby include Country Inn & Suites, Fairfield Inn & Suites, Hampton Inn, and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion, IL. These partners offer convenient stays near The Pavilion and can provide special rates through our trusted affiliate network. For dining before or after events, local options range from casual eateries to family-friendly spots—perfect for catching up with friends or fellow attendees.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1602 Sioux Drive, Marion, IL 62959.
  • Venue type: City-owned, multipurpose event center (The Pavilion/The Pavilion Event Center) with Expo Hall, ballroom and meeting rooms.
  • Spaces: Expo Hall 170' x 200'; Ballroom ~6,000 sq ft with 25' x 25' dance floor; 3 meeting rooms ~38' x 51' each.
  • Parking: Main lot has 313 regular spaces and 12 accessible spaces; auxiliary lot adds ~120 spaces.
  • Seating capacity: 300 (some configurations) and 569 seated (TicketSmarter listing).
  • Notable events: Southern Illinois Boat & Fishing Show, Red Carpet Gala, Marion Rotary Liar’s Club; concerts and other events listed on the Pavilion site.
  • Seating chart/floor plan: Floor plan for the entire facility available as a PDF detailing Expo Hall, ballroom and meeting rooms.
  • Nearby hotels: Country Inn & Suites, Fairfield Inn & Suites, Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn Express & Suites ( Marion, IL ).
  • Renamed/demolished: Still active as The Pavilion; also referred to as The Pavilion Event Center (no demolition).