The City Center
Champaign, IL
505 South Chestnut Street 61820
VENUE GUIDE
The City Center
Plan more than your event at The City 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 The City Center
Make the event easier by staying close to The City Center and the surrounding Champaign area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana
0.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (1,108 reviews)
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown
0.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (518 reviews)
Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana
0.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (664 reviews)
Illini Union Hotel
0.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (115 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About The City Center & the Area
The City Center is an event venue in Champaign, 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 The City Center for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Fat City Bar and Grill
0.0 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (167 reviews)
Wingstop
0.0 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (605 reviews)
Jet's Pizza
0.0 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to The City Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (380 reviews)
Golden Harbor Authentic Chinese Cuisine
0.1 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,192 reviews)
Izalco grill
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (109 reviews)
D.P. Dough
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of The City Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (418 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Green Street Cafe
0.1 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (100 reviews)
Tumble Inn Tavern
0.2 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (247 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Dunkin'
0.1 mi from the venue
Coffee near The City Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (617 reviews)
Tasty Tart
0.1 mi from the venue
Coffee near The City Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (202 reviews)
The Library Café
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (35 reviews)
Farren's at The Inman
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,371 reviews)
Avionics - Flying Machine Coffee
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (321 reviews)
Page Roasting Company
0.4 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (47 reviews)
Museums
Champaign County History Museum at the Historic Cattle Bank
0.4 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (21 reviews)
Spurlock Museum
1.2 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before The City Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (385 reviews)
Attractions
Helms Park
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (136 reviews)
Boneyard Creek Second Street Basin
0.3 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (56 reviews)
West Side Park
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (757 reviews)
Skelton Park
0.7 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (13 reviews)
Sousa Archives and Center for American Music
0.8 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (23 reviews)
Main Quad
0.9 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (727 reviews)
Shopping
Johnstowne Center
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (51 reviews)
Shoppes of Knollwood
1.7 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (119 reviews)
Union Square
1.8 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (57 reviews)
Lincoln Square Mall
1.9 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to The City Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (1,192 reviews)
Westgate Mall
1.9 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to The City Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (42 reviews)
Country Fair Shopping Center
1.9 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (1,115 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near The City Center. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Fat City Bar and Grill
0.0 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (167 reviews)
Wingstop
0.0 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 10:30 AM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (605 reviews)
Jet's Pizza
0.0 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at The City Center.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (380 reviews)
Golden Harbor Authentic Chinese Cuisine
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near The City Center for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 2:45 PM, 4:00 – 8:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,192 reviews)
Izalco grill
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at The City Center.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (109 reviews)
D.P. Dough
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near The City Center for after the show or game.
Today: 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (418 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Green Street Cafe
0.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (100 reviews)
Tumble Inn Tavern
0.2 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (247 reviews)
Getting to The City Center
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to The City Center in Champaign, IL. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District serves Champaign, IL. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near The City 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 The City Center. Check the venue's official website and the specific event instructions before arrival.
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Upcoming Events & Tickets
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