Dow Event Center
Saginaw, MI
303 Johnson Street 48607
VENUE GUIDE
Dow Event Center
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Dow Event Center
Make the event easier by staying close to Dow Event Center and the surrounding Saginaw area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Montague Inn Bed & Breakfast
1.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (272 reviews)
Red Roof Inn Saginaw - Frankenmuth
2.4 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.7 (847 reviews)
Ramada by Wyndham Saginaw Hotel & Suites
2.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.8 (953 reviews)
Rodeway Inn & Suites Saginaw I-675
3.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (104 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Dow Event Center & the Area
Dow Event Center is an event venue in Saginaw, MI. 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 Dow Event Center for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Rita's Southern Soul Cafe
0.2 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (32 reviews)
Gordie's Bar
0.2 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (147 reviews)
Rally's
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (806 reviews)
RAMONS TACO HUT
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (45 reviews)
Sarah's Cafe
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (170 reviews)
Valerie's Downtown
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (240 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Bruce's Bar
0.7 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (169 reviews)
Hecks Bar Carrollton
1.2 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (342 reviews)
Big Ugly Fish Tavern
1.2 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (152 reviews)
LeBoeuf's Lounge
1.7 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (76 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
ValarieBeas
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
Tim Hortons
0.7 mi from the venue
Coffee near Dow Event Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (1,170 reviews)
Black Brew Cafe
1.4 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (15 reviews)
Red Eye Coffee + Tea
1.8 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (459 reviews)
Dupuis Corner
1.9 mi from the venue
Coffee near Dow Event Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (173 reviews)
7-Eleven
1.9 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (66 reviews)
Attractions
Castle Museum of Saginaw County History
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (769 reviews)
Mid-Michigan Children's Museum
0.5 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (929 reviews)
Saginaw Art Museum & Gardens
1.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (202 reviews)
Hoyt Park
1.6 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Dow Event Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (456 reviews)
Veterans Memorial Park
1.8 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (84 reviews)
Saginaw Children's Zoo
1.8 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (2,617 reviews)
Shopping
River View Plaza Shopping Center
0.5 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Dow Event Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (324 reviews)
Shea's Galleria Treasures
1.2 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (24 reviews)
Skyway Plaza
1.9 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (25 reviews)
Time Square Plaza
2.7 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (35 reviews)
Fashion Corners
3.1 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,360 reviews)
Fashion Square Mall
3.4 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Dow Event Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (4,521 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Dow Event Center. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Gordie's Bar
0.2 mi from the venue
Food near Dow Event Center for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (147 reviews)
Rally's
0.2 mi from the venue
Food near Dow Event Center for after the show or game.
Today: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (806 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Bruce's Bar
0.7 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (169 reviews)
Hecks Bar Carrollton
1.2 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (342 reviews)
Big Ugly Fish Tavern
1.2 mi from the venue
Drinks near Dow Event Center after the show or game.
Today: 3:00 – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (152 reviews)
LeBoeuf's Lounge
1.7 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 12:00 PM – 1:30 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (76 reviews)
Getting to Dow Event Center
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Dow Event Center in Saginaw, MI. 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 Dow Event 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
Dow Event 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 Dow Event 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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