Ector County Coliseum is the Odessa arena for concerts, rodeos, trade shows and community events, at 4201 Andrews Hwy in Odessa, Texas. Its large event spaces host a range of gatherings, and a little planning around tickets, parking and entry can make your visit easier.
- Location: 4201 Andrews Hwy, at the intersection of Highways 191 and 385.
- Venue scale: An 8,000-seat coliseum and more than 145,000 square feet of exhibit space.
- Tickets: Buy through the event listing, at the box office or through Etix.
- Parking: Complimentary parking is available for most events; check the event details.
What the Odessa Coliseum hosts
Ector County Coliseum hosts concerts, trade shows, rodeos and community events, along with hockey games and vendor markets. The 42-acre complex pairs its 8,000-seat coliseum with more than 145,000 square feet of exhibit space, so event formats range from arena shows to larger exhibitions.
Check the event calendar to see what is scheduled for your visit. If you’re planning around performances elsewhere in town, concerts and events in Odessa can help you look beyond the Coliseum.
Finding events and buying tickets
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You can find Odessa Coliseum events on the venue’s official calendar and buy tickets through the event listing or at the Coliseum Box Office. The official ticketing provider is Etix/Box Office Solutions; the A–Z Fan Guide identifies it as the only authorized ticket-selling agent.
Tickets are also available through Etix.com or by calling Etix at 1-800-514-3849. The general ticket policy does not require a ticket for children aged two and under sitting on an adult’s lap, but age policies can vary by event. For the event you plan to attend, check the official site before you go.
Parking, entry and accessibility
Complimentary parking is available for most events, but parking details are event-specific. Check the listing for your event before setting out. The main guest drop-off and pick-up point is the circle driveway at the south-side main entrance, facing Andrews Highway/191.
Bags are searched at entry and must be no larger than 12 inches by 12 inches; diaper bags are allowed and searched. Outside food and beverages are not permitted. Trained service animals are the exception to the venue’s rule against animals.
Wheelchair and walker seating is available in the loge and on the floor, depending on the event setup. The guide names loge sections H, J, M and N and recommends calling the Box Office about special seating arrangements.
Wheelchairs and walkers cannot be stored in the Coliseum; walkers may need to be stored during an event, so ask an usher for assistance.
How do you get to the venue from around Odessa?
The Coliseum stands at the intersection of Highways 191 and 385, at 4201 Andrews Hwy. From a hotel in Odessa, the mapped venue is about a 10-minute drive. Odessa city centre is about 3 minutes by car from Economy Inn, making it possible to combine a downtown stop with an event trip.
Allow for event-specific arrival arrangements: venue doors generally open approximately one hour before event time, but opening times vary by event.
FAQs
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Where is Ector County Coliseum?
It is at 4201 Andrews Hwy, Odessa, TX 79762, where Highways 191 and 385 meet.
Who sells authorized tickets?
Etix/Box Office Solutions is the Coliseum’s official and only authorized ticket-selling agent. Tickets are available through event listings, Etix.com, the venue box office or Etix by phone.
Is parking free at the Odessa Coliseum?
Parking is complimentary for most events. Check the specific event details for parking information.
Can guests use wheelchair or walker seating?
Accessible seating is available in the loge and on the floor, depending on event setup. Contact the Box Office about arrangements, and ask an usher for help if a walker needs to be stored during an event.