Coliseo Centenario facts for kids
| Location | Raul Lopez Sanchez s/n y Carretera a San Pedro Torreón, Mexico |
|---|---|
| Owner | Privately Own |
| Operator | Director of Operations: Francisco Mata & Director of Marketing & Image: Rafael Cortes Montalvo |
| Capacity | Maximum 10,000 |
| Construction | |
| Broke ground | October 2006 |
| Opened | February 8, 2008 |
| Construction cost | $100 million MXN |
| Architect | Gilberto Of Yta |
The Coliseo Centenario de Torreón is a very large and modern building in Torreón, Mexico. Its official name is "Centro de Espectaculos Coliseo Centenario." It is a special place where many different events happen. Up to 10,000 people can gather here at one time!
What is the Coliseo Centenario?
The Coliseo Centenario is a "multi-purpose complex." This means it can be used for many different things. It is one of the most modern event centers in northern Mexico.
You can find many cool things inside, like:
- Restaurants where you can eat
- A museum about bullfighting
- Offices for the people who run the building
Events and Shows
The Coliseo Centenario hosts all sorts of exciting events. It is a popular spot for entertainment and gatherings.
Some of the events held here include:
- Big music concerts
- Theater plays
- Sports games, like basketball or volleyball
- Exhibitions and conventions, where people show off new ideas or products
History and Famous Performances
The Coliseo Centenario first opened its doors on February 8, 2008. The very first event was a bullfighting show.
Just a few days later, on February 14, 2008, the first music concert took place. The famous band The Doors performed there! Many other well-known musical groups and singers have also played at the Coliseo Centenario.
Some of the popular artists who have performed include:
- Banda el Recodo
- Maná
- Mägo de Oz
- Pedro Fernández
- Café Tacuba
- Juan Gabriel
The Coliseo Centenario continues to be a major venue for fun and exciting events in Torreón.
See also
In Spanish: Coliseo Centenario Torreón para niños
