706-653-4482 Columbus Civic Center Columbus Civic Center is 400 4th Street, Columbus, GA 31901. It is also known as Victory Drive The **Columbus Civic Center** is a versatile, mid‑sized arena in downtown Columbus, Georgia, situated at 400 4th Street. It opened on August 9, 1996, with a construction cost of around \$45 million. Designed by Odell Associates, the facility features about 23,000 ft² of flat floor space, along with an additional 5,000 ft² of hospitality suites. It seamlessly integrates into the larger South Commons Sports & Entertainment Complex, which includes football and baseball stadiums, softball fields, an ice rink, and a skate park.As a multipurpose venue with approximately 10,000 seating capacity, the center accommodates a wide range of events: hockey, indoor football, basketball, concerts, ice shows, conventions, and community gatherings. It has been home to various sports franchises over the years, including the Columbus River Dragons (hockey), Columbus Lions (arena football), Columbus Cottonmouths hockey, Riverdragons basketball, Wardogs football, and others. It also hosts Auburn Tigers’ hockey games when nearby ice resources are unavailable .Beyond sports, the Civic Center serves as Columbus’s primary concert venue, attracting acts like Kelly Clarkson, Lady Antebellum, KISS, Jeff Dunham, Disney on Ice, Cirque du Soleil, Monster Trucks, PBR bull riding, Tyler Perry, Taylor Swift, and many more. With over 300 event days per year, it remains a bustling hub for entertainment, fairs, conventions, and community initiatives like the "I Love Columbus" teen violence prevention program. The Civic Center also anchors the **Chattahoochee Valley Sports Hall of Fame**, celebrating local athletic legends such as Walter Alston, Enos Slaughter, and Frank Thomas ([Stadium Journey][3]). On-site amenities include free parking, a 360° concourse, concessions, meeting spaces, hospitality suites, and full ADA accessibility—all backed by a versatile and modern infrastructure ([Explore Georgia][4]).Despite its popularity, the center has operated at an annual loss in recent years, prompting the Columbus City Council to propose a regional venue authority to manage the Civic Center alongside Ice Rink, Memorial Stadium, and South Commons ([Reddit][5]). The overall aim is to improve coordination, financial oversight, and promotional efforts.In summary, the Columbus Civic Center stands as a cultural and economic cornerstone for the Get ready to step into a night of soul‑stirring rhythms and Southern charm as **Soul Fest: Dukes & Boots** returns to the Columbus Civic Center on **August 30, 2025**, at **7:30 PM**. Celebrating its **10‑year anniversary**, this milestone concert promises a blend of nostalgia and fresh energy, inviting fans to don their best boots and hats for an evening of toe‑tapping performances ([civiccenter.columbusga.gov][1]).This year’s lineup is stacked with powerhouse soul voices spanning several decades. Headliners include Calvin Richardson**, **Cupid**, **TK Soul**, **West Love**, **Mike Clark**, **Wilson Meadows**, and **Medallion Ty**—an exciting roster that guarantees something for everyone, from smooth R&B to high-energy soul jams. The event is hosted at the spacious Columbus Civic Center (400 4th Street, Columbus, GA 31902), offering attendees a comfortable indoor venue with excellent acoustics and seating. Doors will open ahead of the 7:30 PM showtime, allowing fans to settle in and soak up the soulful ambiance before the first note drops.Tickets officially go on sale **June 2, 2025 at 10 AM**, with options available through a variety of ticketing platforms—including Ticketmaster, AXS, Live Nation, and the Civic Center box office