In July of 2008, construction of the Allen Event Center began along the southeast corner of US 75 and Stacy Road inside the Village at Allen shopping district. Upon its completion in late 2009, the venue will total 188,000 square feet with capacity for 8,600 seats (6,275 fixed), 26 suites and two ice rinks. The project is among the first in the Collin County area in that marks a joint venture between Global Entertainment Corporation, The MGHerring Group and the City of Allen. The center will serve home to concerts, trade shows, professional sporting events, festivals, community ceremonies and a Central Hockey League (CHL) franchise.
Global Entertainment Corporation is an integrated events and entertainment company. Through its wholly owned subsidiaries, it is involved in sports management and the development of multi-purpose Event Centers and related real estate entertainment districts. Other GEC subsidiaries include International Coliseums Company, Global Entertainment Marketing Systems, Global Entertainment Ticketing and Encore Facility Management.
Partners:
City Of Allen
Allen Americans
Central Hockey League
MG Herring Group
Global Entertainment
The new Allen Event Center is GREAT! I can't wait for the Lil Wayne Concert! I already got my ticket to go :)
- Frankie.
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