Berglund Center, Roanoke

Name: Berglund Center
Address: 710 Williamson Rd NE, Roanoke, 24016-2000, United States
Telephone: +1 540-853-2241

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Facts and practical information

The Berglund Center, formerly known as the Roanoke Civic Center, is a beacon of entertainment and community events in Roanoke, Virginia. This versatile arena, nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, offers a plethora of events ranging from concerts and sporting events to trade shows and conventions.

Opened in 1971, the Berglund Center has become an integral part of Roanoke's cultural landscape. The complex features a range of facilities including the Coliseum, which has a seating capacity of up to 10,500, making it an ideal venue for major concerts and sporting events. The Performing Arts Theatre, with its 2,148 seats, is perfect for more intimate performances such as ballets, symphonies, and Broadway shows.

One of the key characteristics of the Berglund Center is its versatility. The Exhibition Hall provides over 46,000 square feet of space, accommodating large-scale trade shows, exhibitions, and community events. Meanwhile, the Special Events Center, with its 14,000 square feet of space, is well-suited for banquets, meetings, and smaller trade shows.

The Berglund Center is not only a hub for entertainment but also contributes to the local economy by attracting tourists and facilitating business events. Its strategic location, just minutes away from downtown Roanoke, allows visitors to explore the city's attractions, such as the famous Roanoke Star, museums, and the historic market area.

Coordinates: 37°16'48"N, 79°56'9"W

Address

710 Williamson Rd NEWilliamson Road Area (Williamson Road)Roanoke 24016-2000 United States

Contact

+1 540-853-2241

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Day trips

Berglund Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Taubman Museum of Art, O. Winston Link Museum, Science Museum of Western Virginia, St. Andrew's Roman Catholic Church.

0.5 miS
Museum, Art museum, Postmodern architecture
Taubman Museum of Art, Roanoke
14 min walk • The Taubman Museum of Art, formerly the Art Museum of Western Virginia, is an art museum in downtown Roanoke, Virginia, United States. It was designed by architect Randall Stout.
0.5 miS
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
O. Winston Link Museum, Roanoke
13 min walk • The O. Winston Link Museum is a museum dedicated to the photography of O. Winston Link, the twentieth century railroad photographer widely considered the master of the juxtaposition between steam railroading and rural culture.
0.6 miS
Museum, Science museum
Science Museum of Western Virginia, Roanoke
15 min walk • The Science Museum of Western Virginia is a science museum located in Roanoke, Virginia. Exhibit themes include the environment and its health, healthy bodies, computer coding, the scientific method of engineering, and science through toys and amusements.
~1350 ftSW
Church, Historical place, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Andrew's Roman Catholic Church, Roanoke
7 min walk • St. Andrew's Catholic Church is a historic Roman Catholic church and rectory in Roanoke, Virginia, United States. It was built in 1900-1902, and is a buff brick church on a stone foundation in the High Victorian Gothic style.
0.6 miS
Concerts and shows, Theater
Mill Mountain Theatre, Roanoke
16 min walk • Mill Mountain Theatre is a professional equity theatre located in Roanoke, Virginia. Originally opening as Mill Mountain Playhouse as a “not-for-profit, non-Equity resident stock theatre”, the location burned down in 1976, leading to a re-opening and renaming at the Center in the Square in 1983.
1.2 miSW
Synagogue, Greek Revival architecture
Beth Israel Synagogue, Roanoke
31 min walk • Beth Israel Synagogue is a Conservative synagogue located at 920 Franklin Road in Roanoke, Virginia. The synagogue was founded in 1900, and as of 2009, it had a membership of approximately 160 families and individuals.
1 miS
Sacred and religious sites, Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. John's Episcopal Church, Roanoke
26 min walk • St. John's Episcopal Church is a historic Episcopal church in Roanoke, Virginia, United States. It was built in 1891–1892, and is a Gothic style blue-gray limestone church designed by Charles M. Burns of Philadelphia.
0.7 miSW
Museum
Virginia Museum of Transportation, Roanoke
19 min walk • The Virginia Museum of Transportation is a museum devoted to the topic of transportation located in Downtown Roanoke, Virginia, US.
0.6 miSW
Skyscraper
Wells Fargo Tower, Roanoke
15 min walk • The Wells Fargo Tower is a 21-story, 320-foot office building in Downtown Roanoke, Virginia. Completed in 1991, this stands as both the tallest building in Roanoke and the tallest building in Southwest Virginia.
0.8 miSE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Belmont Methodist-Episcopal Church, Roanoke
22 min walk • Belmont Methodist-Episcopal Church is a historic church building, located in the Belmont neighborhood of Roanoke, Virginia. The building currently belongs to the Metropolitan Community Church of the Blue Ridge, who acquired the building in 2003 and use it as their sanctuary.
0.6 miS
37°16'17"N • 79°56'23"W
Center in the Square, Roanoke
17 min walk • Museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Berglund Center open?

Berglund Center is open:

Monday 8 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 8 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 5 pm
Thursday 8 am - 5 pm
Friday 8 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Berglund Center?

Nearby attractions include Williamson Road, Roanoke (6 min walk), St. Andrew's Roman Catholic Church, Roanoke (7 min walk), Gainsboro, Roanoke (8 min walk), Gainsboro Branch of the Roanoke City Public Library, Roanoke (10 min walk).

How to get to Berglund Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to Berglund Center:

Train

Roanoke (15 min walk)

Bus

Cambell Court Bus Station (17 min walk)