Cross Insurance Center

 The Cross Insurance Center is a multi-purpose arena and convention center located in Bangor, Maine. Here are some key details about the venue:

General Overview:

• Location: 515 Main Street, Bangor, Maine, USA
• Opened: September 2013
• Capacity:
  • Arena: Seats up to 8,500 for concerts and around 5,800 for sporting events.
  • Convention Space: Includes a large convention center with 2 ballrooms and 18,000 square feet of flexible meeting space.

Primary Uses:

• Sports: Home to various sporting events, including basketball, wrestling, and local high school or college games.
• Concerts & Shows: Hosts concerts by national and international artists, as well as family entertainment shows, comedy acts, and other live performances.
• Conventions & Events: The convention center accommodates trade shows, conferences, banquets, weddings, and corporate meetings.

Features:

• Arena: Modern seating arrangements, state-of-the-art sound, and lighting systems.
• Event Spaces: Multiple flexible spaces for conventions, trade shows, and private events, supported by full catering services.
• Parking: Ample on-site parking is available for visitors.

Naming Rights:

The facility is named after Cross Insurance, a regional insurance agency, which purchased the naming rights in a deal.

The Cross Insurance Center plays a major role in Bangor’s cultural and economic activities by attracting a variety of large-scale events to the region.