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The Salem Civic Center, located in Salem, VA, is a premier event venue offering a versatile space for concerts, sporting events, conferences, and private functions. Opened in 1967, this landmark facility is part of the James E. Taliaferro Sports and Entertainment Complex and is a key location for events in Roanoke Valley.

With a spacious main arena that accommodates up to 7,000 guests, the Salem Civic Center is perfect for large-scale events like concerts, conventions, and sports tournaments. The venue also features flexible meeting rooms, including the Community Room, which can be divided for smaller events such as corporate meetings, trade shows, and weddings.

For added convenience, Salem Catering, the center’s in-house food service, provides customized catering options to meet your event’s needs. Located just a short drive from Roanoke, the Salem Civic Center is easily accessible for visitors throughout Southwest Virginia.

Whether hosting a major event or an intimate gathering, the Salem Civic Center is the ideal venue for those looking for event space in Roanoke VA or Salem VA. Make your next event unforgettable at this versatile and well-equipped venue.

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Directions
  • Directions: From the North - Take I-81 South to Exit 141. Follow the signs to Salem. From the exit ramp, take Virginia Route 419 South. Continue to follow signs towards the Salem Civic Center. From the South - Take I-81 North to Exit 141. Follow the signs to Salem. From the exit ramp, take Virginia Route 419 South. Continue to follow signs towards the Salem Civic Center. From U.S. 220 - Take the Franklin Road exit to Route 419. Follow route 419 past Brambleton Avenue and Apperson Drive (about 8 miles). Take a left at Boulevard Roanoke and go 1/4 mile to entrance on right.
Dining
  • Additional Information: For an elegant catered affair, the Salem Civic Center is unparalleled! Through Salem Catering we provide complete services and offer a variety of menus for any type event. Whether your event is at the Salem Civic Center or another location, we provide personal attention, high quality food and excellent service. Call for information on our in-house and off-site catering options: 540-375-0956.
Services
  • Monday Hours: 8am-5pm
  • Tuesday Hours: 8am-5pm
  • Wednesday Hours: 8am-5pm
  • Thursday Hours: 8am-5pm
  • Friday Hours: 8am-5pm
  • Saturday Hours: 9am-5pm
  • Sunday Hours: closed
  • Additional Information: Salem Visitor's Center Hours
Catering
  • Alcohol Served:
    • Beer
    • Wine
    • Mixed Drinks
  • Boxed Lunches Available:
  • Caterer ABC Licensed:
  • Catering Available:
    • On-Site Catering
    • Off-Site Catering
  • Catering Description: For an elegant catered affair, the Salem Civic Center is unparalleled! Through Salem Catering we provide complete services and offer a variety of menus for any type event. Whether your event is at the Salem Civic Center or another location, we provide personal attention, high quality food and excellent service. We cater corporate, charitable & social occasions including: •Weddings •Rehearsal Dinners •Anniversaries •Birthday Parties •Office Parties •Training Lunches •Receptions •Reunions •Holiday Celebrations •Conferences Give Salem Catering a call to discuss how we can help with your next special event: 540-375-0956.
  • Credit Cards Accepted:
    • VISA
    • Mastercard
  • Cuisine Offered:
    • American/Southern
    • BBQ
    • Italian
    • Mexican
    • Pastries/Sweets/Baked Goods
    • Vegetarian
  • Food Service Offered:
    • Plated Meal
    • Buffet
    • Carving Station(s)
    • Cocktails
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Afternoon Tea
  • Menu: https://Roanoke.simpleviewcrm.com/sched/getfilebykey.cfm?filekey=743748b2-46d4-4549-8a10-b7d8620ffce5
  • Rental Items Available:
    • China
    • Flatware
    • Plasticware
    • Glassware
    • Round Tables
    • High-Top Tables
    • Chairs
    • Linens
General Facility Information
  • Additional Information: The Coliseum inside the Salem Civic Center has a capacity of 7,000. Salem Memorial Baseball Stadium has a capacity of 6,300. Salem Football Stadium has a capacity of 7,157.
  • All Sports Offered:
    • Badmitton
    • Baseball
    • Basketball
    • Cheerleading
    • Dance
    • Equestrian
    • Fencing
    • Football
    • Gymnastics
    • Martial Arts
    • Softball
    • Tennis
    • Volleyball
    • Wrestling
  • Audio Available:
  • Audio Description: Yes
  • Concessions Available:
  • Fencing Available:
  • Handicap Accessible:
  • Irrigation:
  • Lighting Available:
  • Locker Rooms Available:
  • Locker Rooms Description: Yes
  • Meeting Space:
  • Parking: Yes - 3,500 spaces
  • Restrooms Available:
  • Restrooms Description: Permanent
  • Score Board: Yes
  • Seating Capacity: 7000
  • Seating Description: Multiple layouts
  • Ticket Gate:
  • Tower for Tournament Operations:
  • Type of Concessions: Yes
  • Type of Lighting: Broadcast Quality
  • Wireless:
Baseball/Softball
  • Baseball Field Lights:
  • Dugouts Available:
  • Number of Adult Baseball Fields: 1
  • Number of Intermediate Baseball Fields: 2
  • Total Number of Baseball Fields: 3
  • Total Number of Fields: 3
  • Total Number of Softball Fields: 2
Basketball
  • Basketball Court Lights:
  • Number of College/Professional Courts: 1
  • Number of Hardwood Courts: 1
  • Number of High School Courts: 1
  • Total Number of Basketball Courts: 1
Football
  • Football Field Lights:
  • Number of Synthetic Turf Fields: 1
  • Total Number of Football Fields: 1
Tennis
  • Number of Hard Tennis Courts: 8
  • Total Number of Tennis Courts: 8
Facility Info
Meeting Rooms
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  • Exhibits Space1
  • DescriptionOur large Coliseum can be used for a wide variety of events -- everything from trade shows and concerts to conventions and rodeos! Looking for the perfect place to host your event? Whether you need lots of space or just a little, the Salem Civic Center is the place! See our online Event Planning Manual for all the details about hosting an event at the Salem Civic Center including box office information, specifics about the facilities including seating capacity, and special services and equipment that are available. The Event Planning Manual also available for download. https://www.salemciviccenter.com/Info/Planning-Seating Meeting Facilities ~6 meeting rooms and 41,868 square feet of usable space ~Banquet facility for up to 2,000 ~Reception facility for 60-3,000 ~Variable-height stage ~Free parking ~In-house catering services ~Accommodates 258 8' x 10' booths ~Accommodates up to 300, 8' x 8' exhibits ~Booths and draperies available ~Complete audio/visual equipment available ~Camping facilities on-site ~Interior Corridors Handicap Accessible If you need more information about meeting room please email us at roomrentals@salemciviccenter.com
  • Exhibits300
  • Floorplan FileFloorplan File
  • Largest Room20900
  • Total Sq. Ft.43712
  • Theatre Capacity8000
  • Type of Space Indoor Space
  • Banquet Capacity2000
  • Number of Rooms8
  • Classroom Capacity1200
Community Room
  • Total Sq. Ft.: 5040
  • Width: 90
  • Length: 56
  • Height: 14
  • Theater Capacity: 600
  • Classroom Capacity: 200
  • Banquet Capacity: 500
Community Room - Two Sections
  • Total Sq. Ft.: 3360
  • Width: 60
  • Length: 56
  • Height: 14
  • Theater Capacity: 400
  • Classroom Capacity: 120
  • Banquet Capacity: 300
Community Room - Individual Section
  • Total Sq. Ft.: 1680
  • Width: 30
  • Length: 56
  • Height: 14
  • Theater Capacity: 200
  • Classroom Capacity: 60
  • Banquet Capacity: 112
Parlor A
  • Total Sq. Ft.: 1054
  • Width: 31
  • Length: 34
  • Height: 12
  • Theater Capacity: 100
  • Classroom Capacity: 50
  • Banquet Capacity: 80
Parlor C
  • Total Sq. Ft.: 930
  • Width: 30
  • Length: 31
  • Height: 12
  • Theater Capacity: 80
  • Classroom Capacity: 40
  • Banquet Capacity: 60
Parlor D
  • Total Sq. Ft.: 868
  • Width: 28
  • Length: 31
  • Height: 12
  • Theater Capacity: 70
  • Classroom Capacity: 30
  • Banquet Capacity: 40
Arena
  • Total Sq. Ft.: 20900
  • Width: 220
  • Length: 95
  • Theater Capacity: 8000
  • Classroom Capacity: 1200
  • Banquet Capacity: 2000
  • Amphitheater Present:
  • Listening Devices Present:
Annex
  • Total Sq. Ft.: 9880
  • Width: 104
  • Length: 95
  • Theater Capacity: 900
  • Classroom Capacity: 600
  • Banquet Capacity: 600
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