Empire Arts Center
Grand Forks, ND
415 Demers Avenue 58201
VENUE GUIDE
Empire Arts Center
Plan more than your event at Empire Arts Center. Jump to our Your Opening Act or Your Encore lower on this same venue page.
Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Empire Arts Center
Make the event easier by staying close to Empire Arts Center and the surrounding Grand Forks area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
The Olive Ann Hotel, Grand Forks, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
0.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.8 (142 reviews)
Plaza Motel
0.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (49 reviews)
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites East Grand Forks
1.4 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (270 reviews)
East Grand Inn
1.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.8 (204 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Empire Arts Center & the Area
Empire Arts Center is an event venue in Grand Forks, ND. 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 Empire Arts Center for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Harry's Steakhouse-Grand Forks
0.0 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (482 reviews)
Bonzer's Sandwich Pub
0.0 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Empire Arts Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (470 reviews)
Skies 322
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Empire Arts Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (554 reviews)
KingPoke GrandForks
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Empire Arts Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (29 reviews)
Rhombus Guys
0.1 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (912 reviews)
Ely's Ivy
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (566 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Sledster's Food & Brew
0.1 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (145 reviews)
Downtown Axe
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (207 reviews)
The Loft
0.1 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (320 reviews)
The TapRoom
0.1 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
0.1 mi from the venue
Coffee near Empire Arts Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (40 reviews)
Urban Stampede
0.1 mi from the venue
Coffee near Empire Arts Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (325 reviews)
The Ember Coffeehouse
0.1 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (274 reviews)
Bully Brew Coffee - East Grand Forks
0.5 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (199 reviews)
Starbucks Coffee Company
0.8 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (507 reviews)
Holiday Stationstores
1.0 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (42 reviews)
Museums
Heritage Village
1.7 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (41 reviews)
Grand Forks County Historical Society
1.9 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (99 reviews)
Attractions
LaFave Park
0.4 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (14 reviews)
Kannowski Park
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (90 reviews)
Independence park
0.6 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Empire Arts Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (25 reviews)
Sherlock Park
0.7 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Empire Arts Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (436 reviews)
Williamson Park
0.7 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (17 reviews)
Elks Park
1.1 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (133 reviews)
Shopping
Midtown District
1.7 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Empire Arts Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (1,024 reviews)
Columbia Center
2.4 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (144 reviews)
Columbia Mall
2.8 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (2,310 reviews)
Columbia Junction
3.0 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (500 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Empire Arts Center. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Harry's Steakhouse-Grand Forks
0.0 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 4:00 – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (482 reviews)
Bonzer's Sandwich Pub
0.0 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (470 reviews)
Skies 322
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near Empire Arts Center for after the show or game.
Today: 4:00 – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (554 reviews)
KingPoke GrandForks
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near Empire Arts Center for after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (29 reviews)
Rhombus Guys
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near Empire Arts Center for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (912 reviews)
Ely's Ivy
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (566 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Sledster's Food & Brew
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (145 reviews)
Downtown Axe
0.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (207 reviews)
The Loft
0.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (320 reviews)
The TapRoom
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
Getting to Empire Arts Center
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Empire Arts Center in Grand Forks, ND. 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 Empire Arts Center has not been verified. Check the local or regional transit agency and current event instructions for routes, stops, schedules and special event service near Empire Arts Center.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Parking availability, lot or garage access, pricing and event-day restrictions can vary for Empire Arts Center. Check the venue's official website and the specific event instructions before arrival.
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