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About Under The Big Top - Salem Civic Center

Welcome to your quick, friendly guide to Under The Big Top at the Salem Civic Center. This multi-purpose arena, part of the James E. Taliaferro Sports and Entertainment Complex, hosts everything from big circus productions to high-profile basketball and entertainment events. Located at 1001 Roanoke Blvd in Salem, VA, the venue offers flexible seating configurations, ample parking, and convenient transit options. We’ve got you covered with seating details, parking information, transit options, and trusted nearby hotel and dining recommendations to make your visit straightforward and stress-free.

Whether you’re catching a circus, a concert, or an ODAC basketball championship, Under The Big Top delivers a versatile setting in a central Roanoke Valley location. Secure your seats through our trusted partner links, plan your trip with our transit tips, and consider nearby hotels and restaurants to complete your Salem experience. If you’re visiting for a multi-day event, remember each day is treated as its own experience with independent seating and schedules.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1001 Roanoke Blvd, Salem, VA 24153.
  • Venue type: Multi-purpose arena / coliseum within the James E. Taliaferro Sports and Entertainment Complex.
  • Capacity: Main arena capacity generally ranges around 6,820–8,000 depending on configuration (official sources cite ~7,000; some listings show up to 8,000).
  • Seating charts: Official seating configurations exist (Arena, Basketball, Family Show, Football Stadium Show, Rodeo, Wrestling).
  • Parking: Free on-site parking; commonly listed as around 4,000 spaces.
  • Transit: Valley Metro provides Roanoke Valley transit; MetroFLX offers door-to-door service in the Roanoke–Salem area after 8:45pm; third street transit hub is at 325 Salem Ave, Roanoke.
  • Nearby hotels: Fairfield Inn & Suites Roanoke-Salem (121 Sheraton Dr, Salem, VA) and other options listed by the City of Salem.
  • Notable events hosted: ODAC basketball championships, NCAA Division III Final Four, Salem Fair and other large-scale events; circus and other large performances have been staged at the arena.
  • Rename/demolition status: Salem Civic Center is still active and retains its name; no demolition or renaming reported.