Family Arena facts for kids
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 Family Arena
Location in Missouri
Family Arena
Location in the United States
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| Location | 2002 Arena Parkway St. Charles, Missouri 63303 |
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| Coordinates | 38°44′52″N 90°30′34″W / 38.747768°N 90.509443°W |
| Owner | St. Charles County Public Arena Authority |
| Operator | St. Charles County Public Arena Authority |
| Capacity | Hockey: 9,643 Football: 9,755 Basketball: 10,467 Half-house concerts: 6,339 End-stage concerts: 7,736 In the Round concerts: 11,522 |
| Field size | Arena floor: 17,900 square feet (1,660 m2) Upper concourse area: 22,000 square feet (2,000 m2) |
| Surface | Multi-surface |
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| Broke ground | April 5, 1998 |
| Opened | October 3, 1999 |
| Construction cost | $27 million ($47.4 million in 2022 dollars ) |
| Architect | Hastings & Chivetta Architects |
| General contractor | Alberici Constructors, Inc. |
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| Missouri River Otters (UHL) (1999–2006) St. Louis Swarm (IBL) (1999–2001) RiverCity Rage (IPFL/NIFL/UIF/IFL) (2001–2005; 2007–2009) St. Louis Steamers (WISL/MISL II) (2000–2001; 2003–2004) St. Charles Chill (CHL) (2013–2014) St. Louis Ambush (MASL) (2013–present) River City Raiders (AIF/APF) (2016–2017) St. Louis Bandits (AAL) (2021) |
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The Family Arena is a large building in St. Charles, Missouri. It was built in 1999 and can host many different kinds of events. It's a place where people gather for sports, concerts, and other fun activities.
Today, the Family Arena is the home of the St. Louis Ambush soccer team. They play in the Major Arena Soccer League.
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About the Family Arena
The Family Arena is a very flexible space. It can change its setup for different events. For example, it can seat 9,643 people for hockey games. For basketball, it can hold 10,467 fans.
What Happens Here?
This arena is not just for sports. It also hosts many concerts and shows. You might see a circus, an ice show, or a big trade show here. There is a lot of space for exhibits, both on the main floor and in the hallways.
Before 2008, the Family Arena was a popular stop for big shows. These included the Ringling Brothers Circus and Disney on Ice. These shows later moved to other venues in the St. Louis area.
A Big Makeover!
In December 2023, the Family Arena announced exciting news. It was going to get a $13 million makeover! This big update will make the arena even better for visitors.
Exciting Sports Events
The Family Arena has been the site of many thrilling sports competitions. It has hosted both professional teams and major tournaments.
Women's Basketball Tournaments
From 2008 to 2015, the Family Arena hosted a special event. It was the Missouri Valley Conference Women's Basketball Tournament. This brought many college teams and fans to St. Charles.
National Ice Hockey Championships
In 2017, the Family Arena hosted the NCAA National Collegiate Women's Ice Hockey Tournament. This big event is also known as the "Frozen Four." College teams from all over the country competed here.
Lindenwood University helped host the tournament. The championship game was even shown live on TV. The [[{{{school}}}|Clarkson]] team won the title that year. They beat Wisconsin with a score of 3–0.
Past Sports Teams
Over the years, many sports teams have called the Family Arena home. These include basketball, ice hockey, and indoor football teams. The St. Louis Swarm played basketball here. Hockey teams like the Missouri River Otters and St. Charles Chill also used the arena. Indoor football teams such as the RiverCity Rage and River City Raiders played their games here. The St. Louis Steamers indoor soccer team also played at the Family Arena.
Other Fun Events
Beyond sports, the Family Arena is a place for many different community events. It brings people together for music, celebrations, and more.
Concerts and Gatherings
The Family Arena has been a yearly spot for large religious gatherings. These are hosted by Jehovah's Witnesses. Many popular music groups have also performed here. The Christian rock band MercyMe played at the arena every year from 2007 to 2013.
Wrestling Shows
Fans of professional wrestling have also enjoyed events at the Family Arena. The arena has hosted nationally televised wrestling shows. These include events from ECW, Total Nonstop Action Wrestling, and Ring of Honor.
Graduation Celebrations
Many students have celebrated their big day at the Family Arena. It has hosted graduation ceremonies for local universities. These include Lindenwood University, Missouri Baptist University, and Maryville University. Several area high schools also hold their graduations here.
