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About Veterans Memorial Coliseum at Marion County Fairgrounds
The Veterans Memorial Coliseum sits at the heart of the Marion County Fairgrounds, a versatile 16,875 square-foot space designed to host everything from concerts to trade shows to community events. With 3,200 permanent seats and the flexibility to configure the floor for up to 5,500 attendees, the coliseum is a reliable, no-fruss venue for a wide range of performances and exhibitions in Marion, Ohio.
Whether you’re attending the Marion County Fair, an AKC Dog Show, a robotics competition, or a touring concert, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to help you plan a smooth visit.
Important note: Public seating charts are not widely published, but the main floor space is designed to accommodate about 3,200 seated guests. The venue is part of the Marion County Fairgrounds at 220 East Fairground Street, Marion, OH 43302. For transportation, Marion Area Transit (MAT) serves the city, and GoBus intercity service is expanding to Marion in 2026, offering convenient options for guests staying in or traveling through the area. Secure your seats and plan ahead with our affiliate partners for easy hotel and restaurant recommendations near the venue.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: Veterans Memorial Coliseum sits on the Marion County Fairgrounds at 220 East Fairground Street, Marion, OH 43302.
- Venue type: Multi-purpose arena/exhibition space within the Marion County Fairgrounds.
- Capacity: 3,200 permanent seats; up to 5,500 total depending on configuration.
- Seating/chart note: Public seating charts are not readily published; main floor space is 16,875 sq ft and configured to seat about 3,200.
- Parking: Ample paved parking surrounding the coliseum.
- Transit: Marion Area Transit (MAT) serves Marion; GoBus intercity service is expanding to Marion (as of 2026).
- Nearby hotels: Baymont by Wyndham Marion OH; Holiday Inn Express Marion OH (nearby lodging).
- Notable events: Marion County Fair and related events; AKC Dog Show; National Robotics Challenge; various shows and concerts.