The City of Lake Charles, Louisiana

The Amphitheatre is located on the south end of the Event Center grounds and features a covered pavilion/stage area. Complete with electrical hook-ups at the rear of the stage, the Amphitheatre plays host to benefit walks/runs, free concerts, family fun days, reunions and more.

For more information on booking an event at the Amphitheatre, call (337) 491-1256.

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With a complete lighting and ceiling makeover in recent years, the James E. Sudduth Coliseum offers up more than 22,000 square feet of space. The coliseum has played host to a wide variety of events over the years. From galas, graduations annual meetings, trade shows and music concerts for major performing artists like Daughtry to basketball games, indoor arena football, ice hockey, rodeos and monster truck shows, this space can literally host any type of event. The venue can seat up to 7,500 patrons comfortably.

When it comes to tradeshows, the James E. Sudduth Coliseum can hold up to 130 8' by 10' tradeshow booths.

For more information on making the James E. Sudduth Coliseum the home of your next event, give us a call today.

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The Rosa Hart Theatre is located on the south side of the Lake Charles Event Center Complex. Its capacity is 1,960, fixed seating, and can be used for major plays, pageants Mardi Gras galas, ballet recitals, concerts and more. 

Over the years it's played host to events such as the Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker, the Chinese Acrobats and many other local, regional, national and international productions. 

The Rosa Hart Theatre boasts the latest in sound and lighting equipment, a backstage area complete with male and female dressing rooms and concession stands.

For more information on hosting your next event in the Rosa Hart Theatre, call us today.

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Versatility is the name of the game when it comes to this room since practically any type of event can be held in the Exhibition Hall. Located on the first floor of the Lake Charles Event Center, the Exhibition Hall features direct access to a loading/unloading zone. There is over 17,981 square feet of open floor space in this room with a flexible capacity of up to 1,400 people, depending on the room's set-up. 

Several rental options are possible with this room. It can be rented as a full hall, with a theatre-style seating capacity of up to 1,400 people, or half of the hall can be rented for a theatre-style seating capacity of up to 700 people. 

There are two major exits leading from the front and rear of the building, with an access corridor leading directly into the James E. Sudduth Coliseum.

Access to commercial grade kitchen facilities is also available. 

Contact us today to learn more about renting the Exhibition Hall or any of our other great facilities.

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Located on the west side of the Lake Charles Event Center, the Buccaneer Room features 9,358 square feet of space and 13’ tall ceilings. It offers lakefront views of the beautiful Lake Charles. Renovated in recent years, the Buccaneer Room has wood plank floors, updated lighting, curtains and the latest high-tech gadgets. It can be separated into three distinct rooms. This room also offers convenient access to the commercial kitchen on the first floor of the Lake Charles Civic Center.

The Buccaneer Room can seat up to 800 theatre-style, 500 banquet-style and 300 classroom-style. It can hold up to 40 8' x 10' tradeshow booths.

For more information on booking your next event in the Buccaneer Room, call us today.

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The Contraband Room, located on the western side of the Lake Charles Event Center, offers up a stunning view of Lake Charles. The 6,844-square-foot-room comes complete with a built-in stage and plenty of space to host any type of event. Used frequently for weddings, wedding receptions, banquets, meetings, Mardi Gras balls and even pageants, the Contraband Room is an extremely versatile space.

The Contraband Room can host up to 450 theatre-style, 280 banquet-style and 300 classroom-style. If a tradeshow is in your group's near future, the Contraband Room can host up to 23 8' by 10' booths.

For more information on booking the Contraband Room, give us a call today.

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The Jean Lafitte Room is located on the east side of the third floor, facing downtown Lake Charles. This 5,462 square foot room has a flexible capacity of seating 250 people banquet-style, 450 theatre-style or 140 classroom-style. Standard room set-up consists of 25 round or 30 rectangular tables with chairs. This room also has the capability to hold up to 23 8’ by 10’ booths.

Access to the commercial-grade kitchen on the first floor is available as well.

For more information about booking your next event in the Jean Lafitte Room or one of our other spaces, call us today.

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This three-level, three-part complex, located in the heart of downtown Lake Charles, is a massive facility with extremely versatile rooms capable of hosting any number of events. The facility encompasses more than 83,000 square feet, offers on-site parking and is located less than 8 miles from the Lake Charles Regional Airport.

Recently renovated and with sweeping views of the lake, the Lake Charles Civic Center is the place to host your next event. Upscale décor, plush seating, versatile lighting and high-tech friendly equipment are just a few features event planners have at their disposal when booking the Lake Charles Civic Center.

Our impressive facility has played host to some of the top names in entertainment, including:

Venue Information

• Arcade Amphitheatre
• Buccaneer Room
• James E. Sudduth Coliseum
• Contraband Room
• Exhibition Hall
• Jean Lafitte Room
• Mezzanine
• Rosa Hart Theatre

Caterer Information

A list of the various caterers who serve the Lake Charles Civic Center can be found be clicking here. If you are a caterer and would like to be added or to update your information, please email us.

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The 11,250 square-foot Mezzanine is located on the second floor of the Lake Charles Civic Center. It offers and open space capable of hosting a variety of events, including concerts, balls and weddings. It can seat 350 theatre-style, 200 banquet-style or 120 classroom-style. It can also accommodate 20 8’ by 10’ booths.

For more information about booking your next event on the Mezzanine, call us today.

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