Hidalgo, TX

Payne Arena

Payne Arena is a multi-purpose indoor arena in Hidalgo, Texas that hosts major touring concerts, regional Mexican music, family shows, and sporting events for the Rio Grande Valley.

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What is Payne Arena?

Payne Arena opened on October 23, 2003 as Dodge Arena, a $23 million multi-purpose complex owned by the City of Hidalgo. It became State Farm Arena in 2010 and took its current name in 2019 when local dealership Payne Auto Group acquired the naming rights. The arena seats about 6,800 for center-stage concerts and up to roughly 7,400 in its full 360-degree configuration. Notable events have included Alan Jackson's inaugural concert, George Strait's 2014 farewell-tour stop, an NBA preseason game between the Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors in 2014, and UFC Fight Night in 2016. It was home to the NBA G League's Rio Grande Valley Vipers from 2007 to 2018.

CityHidalgo, TX
Address2600 N 10th St (Hwy 336), Hidalgo, TX 78557
Capacity6,800
Phone(956) 646-1050

Parking & Arrival

About 2,200 on-site surface parking spaces serve the arena off North 10th Street (SH 336).

Payne Arena — FAQ

How many seats does Payne Arena have?

Payne Arena seats about 6,800 for center-stage concerts and up to roughly 7,400 in its full 360-degree concert configuration. Hockey and indoor football setups seat about 5,500.

What was Payne Arena called before?

The arena opened in 2003 as Dodge Arena, was renamed State Farm Arena in 2010, and became Payne Arena in 2019 when Payne Auto Group acquired the naming rights.

Is Payne Arena the same as Bert Ogden Arena?

No. Payne Arena is in Hidalgo and opened in 2003, while Bert Ogden Arena is a separate, newer arena in Edinburg that opened in 2018.

Where do I park at Payne Arena?

The arena has about 2,200 on-site surface parking spaces off North 10th Street (SH 336) in Hidalgo.