BigIron Events Center
Grand Island, NE
690 East Stolley Park Road 68801
VENUE GUIDE
BigIron Events Center
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Outdoor
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near BigIron Events Center
Make the event easier by staying close to BigIron Events Center and the surrounding Grand Island area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Travelodge by Wyndham Grand Island
0.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (382 reviews)
Ramada by Wyndham Midtown Grand Island
0.7 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (829 reviews)
SureStay Plus by Best Western Grand Island
0.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.9 (107 reviews)
Best Western Plus Grand Island Inn & Suites
0.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (789 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About BigIron Events Center & the Area
BigIron Events Center is an event venue in Grand Island, NE. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near BigIron Events Center for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Finish Line Restaurant
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to BigIron Events Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (211 reviews)
Ruthie's Steak & Seafood
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to BigIron Events Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (48 reviews)
Thunder Road Sports Bar
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (66 reviews)
The Filling Station
0.5 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (307 reviews)
Tommy's Family Restaurant
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (2,718 reviews)
Jimmy John's
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (50 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Bamboo
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (17 reviews)
Havana Nights_LatinNightClub
0.6 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to BigIron Events Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (32 reviews)
B T's Lounge
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (127 reviews)
Henry J's
1.5 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (23 reviews)
The Archives | Cocktail & Social Lounge
1.5 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (30 reviews)
Ay Mi Madre Bar
1.5 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (26 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Starbucks Coffee Company
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (122 reviews)
Scooter's Coffee
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (244 reviews)
Daily Dose Coffee
1.5 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (184 reviews)
The Chocolate Bar
1.5 mi from the venue
Coffee near BigIron Events Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (552 reviews)
Museums
EPIC Discovery Center
2.4 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before BigIron Events Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (13 reviews)
Railroad Town, Nebr.
2.7 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before BigIron Events Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (200 reviews)
Stuhr Museum
2.7 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (921 reviews)
Imagination City Children's Museum
3.6 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (23 reviews)
Attractions
Island Oasis Water Park
0.4 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (574 reviews)
Stolley Park Kids Kingdom
1.6 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (296 reviews)
Stolley Park
1.7 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (736 reviews)
Fred's Flying Circus
1.8 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (40 reviews)
Shopping
Eagle Run Shopping Center
3.1 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (487 reviews)
NORTHWEST COMMONS
3.7 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (599 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near BigIron Events Center. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Finish Line Restaurant
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (211 reviews)
Ruthie's Steak & Seafood
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (48 reviews)
Thunder Road Sports Bar
0.4 mi from the venue
Food near BigIron Events Center for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (66 reviews)
The Filling Station
0.5 mi from the venue
Food near BigIron Events Center for after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (307 reviews)
Jimmy John's
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (50 reviews)
Taco John's
0.6 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at BigIron Events Center.
Today: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (288 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Bamboo
0.5 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (17 reviews)
Havana Nights_LatinNightClub
0.6 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (32 reviews)
B T's Lounge
0.7 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 10:30 AM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (127 reviews)
Henry J's
1.5 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (23 reviews)
The Archives | Cocktail & Social Lounge
1.5 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (30 reviews)
Ay Mi Madre Bar
1.5 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (26 reviews)
Getting to BigIron Events Center
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to BigIron Events Center in Grand Island, NE. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Venue-specific public transit service to BigIron Events Center has not been verified. Major games and events may use special rail, bus, shuttle or traffic plans. Check the venue's official event guide and the local transit agency for current event-day service.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
BigIron Events Center can have event-specific garage, lot and street-parking restrictions. Prepaid parking, ADA access and garage closing times may vary. Check the venue's official event information before arrival.
TAILGATING
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Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at BigIron Events Center have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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