Lake Charles Civic Center Arena is an 11,000-seat multi-purpose arena in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The arena was built in 1974 and is home to the McNeese State Cowboys basketball team. It has also been used for live concerts by a number of famous musicians, including Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top, and George Strait. It is located in downtown Lake Charles, just a short walk from the city's historic district. The arena is adjacent to the Lake Charles Convention Center, which hosts a variety of events throughout the year. The arena has a capacity of 11,000 people and is one of the largest venues in southwest Louisiana. The McNeese State Cowboys basketball team has called the Civic Center Arena home since the arena opened in 1974. The Cowboys are a member of the Southland Conference and have won two conference championships in their history. The Cowboys have also made two appearances in the NCAA Tournament, most recently in 2013. The arena has also hosted the Lake Charles Symphony Orchestra and the Louisiana Hayride country music radio show. And with Yadara.com, buying tickets is easy. Just choose the event you want to see from our comprehensive list of Lake Charles Civic Center Arena events, select your seats, and purchase your tickets with just a few clicks. It's that easy! So what are you waiting for? Visit Yadara.com today to buy your tickets to Lake Charles Civic Center Arena events and concerts!