Multi-Purpose Arena
Springfield, IL
2446 North 5th Street 62702
VENUE GUIDE
Multi-Purpose Arena
Plan more than your event at Multi-Purpose Arena. 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 Multi-Purpose Arena
Make the event easier by staying close to Multi-Purpose Arena and the surrounding Springfield area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Carpenter Street Hotel
1.9 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (622 reviews)
President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
2.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (1,775 reviews)
State House Inn & Conference Center
2.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.7 (848 reviews)
Northfield Inn Suites and Conference Center
2.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (1,049 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Multi-Purpose Arena & the Area
Multi-Purpose Arena is an event venue in Springfield, IL. 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 Multi-Purpose Arena for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
The Winner's Circle
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Multi-Purpose Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (84 reviews)
Franny's
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (167 reviews)
Vose Korndogs
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (33 reviews)
Coliseum Corner
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (11 reviews)
Main Gate Bar & Grill
0.5 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Multi-Purpose Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (394 reviews)
American Legion post 32
0.5 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (193 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Kentucky Burn
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (46 reviews)
Keeley's Place
0.5 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Multi-Purpose Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (28 reviews)
Jackson's Handlebar
0.6 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Multi-Purpose Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (144 reviews)
Cheers Lounge
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (48 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Dotty's
0.9 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (37 reviews)
Lucy's Place
0.9 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (15 reviews)
Museums
Dairy Building
0.5 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Multi-Purpose Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (32 reviews)
Illinois State Military Museum
1.5 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Multi-Purpose Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (281 reviews)
Attractions
Coliseum
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (158 reviews)
Illinois Route 66 Experience at Illinois State Fairground
0.6 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (151 reviews)
David T. Lawless Park
1.0 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (46 reviews)
Springfield and Central Illinois African American History Museum
1.0 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Multi-Purpose Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (88 reviews)
Fairview Park
1.0 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (175 reviews)
Air Combat Museum
1.1 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Multi-Purpose Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (140 reviews)
Shopping
Sangamon Center North
1.0 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,100 reviews)
Fairhills
3.1 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (765 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Multi-Purpose Arena. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
The Winner's Circle
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (84 reviews)
Franny's
0.3 mi from the venue
Food near Multi-Purpose Arena for after the show or game.
Today: 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (167 reviews)
Main Gate Bar & Grill
0.5 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (394 reviews)
Fulgenzi's Pizza & Pasta
0.6 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Multi-Purpose Arena.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (413 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Kentucky Burn
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 3:00 – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (46 reviews)
Keeley's Place
0.5 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (28 reviews)
Jackson's Handlebar
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (144 reviews)
Cheers Lounge
0.7 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (48 reviews)
Getting to Multi-Purpose Arena
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Multi-Purpose Arena in Springfield, IL. 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 Multi-Purpose Arena 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
Multi-Purpose Arena 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
Not Verified
Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Multi-Purpose Arena 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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Upcoming Events & Tickets
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