First Interstate Arena Tickets

First Interstate Arena Tickets & Events

The largest indoor arena in Montana, First Interstate Arena anchors the MetraPark complex in Billings with concerts, rodeos, family shows, expos, graduations, and sporting events under one roof. First Interstate Arena tickets put you inside a regional event hub built for everything from MontanaFair headliners to dirt-floor rodeo action and major touring performances.

This page covers everything you need to know before you go — from finding the right seats to getting there, navigating the venue, and buying with confidence.

About First Interstate Arena

First Interstate Arena is an indoor multi-purpose arena located at the MetraPark complex in Billings, Montana. Opened in 1975 as the Metra, the venue has also been known as Rimrock Auto Arena and First Interstate Arena at MetraPark. It is owned by Yellowstone County and operated as part of the county-managed MetraPark complex. Capacity varies by setup, with approximately 10,000 to 12,000 seats depending on whether the event uses a full-bowl concert, rodeo, floor, ice, or curtained configuration.

The arena is the primary indoor event venue for Billings and the broader Montana and northern-plains region. Its event calendar includes concerts across genres, rodeos and bull riding, family shows such as ice shows and circuses, trade shows, expos, graduations, and sporting events. It also serves as the indoor hub of MontanaFair, hosting headline concerts and major fair programming.

As the anchor facility of MetraPark, First Interstate Arena sits within a larger campus that also includes an expo center, pavilion, grandstand, and outdoor fairgrounds. The venue is especially known for bringing MontanaFair concerts, PRCA and PBR-style rodeo events, and major touring entertainment to Billings.

Location & Transportation

First Interstate Arena is located at 308 6th Ave. N., Billings, MT 59103 — on the MetraPark complex just north of downtown Billings.

Driving and Parking: Most attendees arrive by car. On-site parking is available across the MetraPark fairgrounds complex, with large lots surrounding the arena. Parking generally fills before major events and during MontanaFair, so arriving early is the best way to reduce stress and allow time for the walk from the lots.

Transit: Billings is served by MET Transit, the city bus system, though transit to the MetraPark area is limited. For most events, driving, rideshare, or staying close enough for a short local trip is the more practical approach.

Rideshare: Uber and Lyft operate in Billings, and drop-off and pickup are feasible at the MetraPark complex. After large concerts, rodeos, and fair events, post-show demand can create waits, so building in extra time after the event helps.

Nearby Accommodation: Hotels are available throughout Billings, with clusters near downtown and along the I-90 corridor. Downtown Billings is a short drive from MetraPark and offers the strongest mix of lodging, restaurants, breweries, and bars for visitors planning a full event night.

Venue Navigation

First Interstate Arena has a straightforward indoor bowl layout with a convertible event floor at the center. Understanding the setup ahead of time is helpful because the floor can change from concert seating to rodeo dirt, ice, or open event space depending on the show.

Entrances and Access: Main arena entrances are located on the MetraPark campus, and guests enter through the arena’s primary gates off the fairgrounds. During MontanaFair, access patterns can shift because fair gates and the broader complex layout are part of the arrival flow.

Seating Levels: The venue uses a single indoor bowl of fixed seating surrounding the main event floor. Floor seating is added for concerts and floor events, while rodeos, ice events, and other productions use the floor in different configurations.

Accessibility: Accessible seating and parking are available at the MetraPark complex.

Getting to Your Section: Staff and signage help direct guests after arrival. Because First Interstate Arena uses a single-bowl format, getting to your section is generally simpler than navigating a larger multi-tier arena, though crowds and fairground traffic can add time during major events.

Dining Options

Inside First Interstate Arena

Concessions are available inside First Interstate Arena, with standard arena fare and beverages served at events. Alcohol is available at most events. Lines can build close to showtime and during peak breaks, so giving yourself time before the event begins can make concessions easier.

Outside the Venue — Downtown Billings

Downtown Billings is a short drive from MetraPark and offers the area’s main concentration of restaurants, breweries, and bars. For visitors who want a full night out before or after an event, downtown provides the strongest nearby dining scene.

Security & Policies

First Interstate Arena maintains security and venue policies that are updated regularly and may vary by event. Before attending, reviewing the current policy on the venue's official website is strongly recommended.

Bag Policy: Bag restrictions and size limits typically apply and can vary by event and promoter. Clear-bag policies may be enforced for larger shows, so packing light and following the event’s bag guidance helps keep entry moving.

Commonly Prohibited Items: Commonly restricted items include weapons, outside food and drink, and professional camera or recording equipment. Items deemed a safety risk can also be restricted at entry.

Re-Entry: Re-entry policies vary by event. For concerts and many ticketed shows, re-entry is often not permitted, and event-specific rules are shown on the listing.

Entry Procedures: Expect bag checks and security screening at entry, along with digital or printed ticket verification. Arriving with a compliant bag and pre-downloaded tickets helps speed up the process.

Other Venues in the Billings Area

First Interstate Arena is the main indoor arena in the Billings market, while the broader area includes fairgrounds facilities, performing-arts spaces, live-music rooms, theaters, and outdoor sports venues across the metro.

• Montana Pavilion at MetraPark Tickets — Multi-purpose event hall on the MetraPark complex hosting trade shows, banquets, and smaller events
• MetraPark Expo Center Tickets — Exhibition and trade-show facility on the MetraPark fairgrounds
• MetraPark Grandstand / Outdoor Arena Tickets — Outdoor fairgrounds venue hosting rodeos, grandstand concerts, and MontanaFair events
• Alberta Bair Theater Tickets — Historic downtown Billings performing-arts theater hosting concerts, touring productions, and the symphony
• Pub Station Tickets — Downtown Billings live-music club and concert venue
• Babcock Theatre Tickets — Historic downtown Billings theater for films and live events
• Dehler Park Tickets — Billings ballpark, home of the Billings Mustangs (Pioneer League) baseball
• Amend Park Tickets — Billings outdoor sports complex hosting tournaments and events

How Much Do Tickets to First Interstate Arena Cost?

First Interstate Arena ticket prices vary significantly depending on the type of event, the artist or event, seating section, and demand — which is what you'd expect from a venue that hosts everything from rodeos and family shows to high-demand concert headliners.

Rodeos, family shows, and fair events can start low, roughly in the $20 to $50 range, depending on the date, seat location, and event format.

Reserved concerts are often approximately $40 to $100 depending on the act, with floor seats and lower bowl sections usually priced above upper and corner areas.

High-demand headliners can reach $100 or more for premium and floor seats, especially when demand builds around MontanaFair or a major touring artist.

Buying earlier generally yields better seat selection and pricing for high-demand concerts and fair headliners. As inventory shrinks and the event date approaches, prices for the best remaining sections can rise, especially for floor seats, center-bowl views, and popular weekend dates.

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How to Buy First Interstate Arena Tickets

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1. Browse First Interstate Arena events — Search for First Interstate Arena tickets and select the show or event you want to attend
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4. Receive your tickets — Digital tickets are delivered to your email or mobile wallet before the event, ready to scan at the arena entrance

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First Interstate Arena Seating Guide

First Interstate Arena uses a single indoor bowl around a convertible event floor, so the best seat depends on whether you are attending a concert, rodeo, family show, or floor-based event. Concerts may include reserved floor seating or general admission, while rodeos and other events use the arena floor as the focal point.

Best Seats at First Interstate Arena

• Best value: Upper and corner or end sections of the bowl are typically the most affordable choices, offering a full view of the arena at a lower price point.
• Closest to the action: Floor seats and the lowest bowl rows nearest the stage or event floor give you the most direct proximity to the performance or arena action.
• Best overall experience: Center-bowl sideline sections facing the stage or floor offer the strongest balance of sightline, distance, and atmosphere.
• General admission: GA floor or GA seating is used for some events, including certain concerts, rodeos, and fair events. These setups offer flexible positioning within the designated area.

First Interstate Arena Seating Chart

You can view an interactive seating map for First Interstate Arena events directly on BoxOfficeTicketSales.com while browsing available listings. The map lets you compare sections side by side, check row depth and distance from the stage or floor, and see real-time pricing for what's currently available — all before committing to a purchase.

Can I See Where My Seats Are?

Yes. The interactive seat map on BoxOfficeTicketSales.com shows your exact section and row placement before you buy. Use it to understand your position in the venue, your distance from the stage or floor, and whether you're on the main floor, in the lower rows, or higher in the bowl — so the tickets you choose match exactly what you're looking for on event night.

Getting Ready for Your First Interstate Arena Event

Once your tickets are confirmed, a few practical preparations make your visit run significantly smoother — especially at a campus-style arena where major events can bring heavy parking demand and outdoor walking across the MetraPark grounds.

• Download your tickets before you leave. Save your tickets to your phone's wallet or screenshot them before departing so you're ready at the arena entrance without needing a signal.
• Charge your phone fully. Digital ticketing is standard, and your phone is your entry. A portable battery pack is worth having for a full evening.
• Arrive early. Arrive early for major events and during MontanaFair, when lots fill and complex traffic increases.
• Wear the right footwear. The MetraPark complex involves outdoor walking across lots and fairgrounds to reach the arena, so comfortable footwear helps, especially during MontanaFair.
• Dress in layers. First Interstate Arena is indoors, but reaching it involves outdoor exposure. Dress for Montana weather swings when walking from parking.
• Build extra time into your transit plan. Major events and MontanaFair can increase traffic around the complex and extend the time needed to park, walk, and enter.
• Know your entrance. Knowing your arena gate and whether access is via the main arena entrance or through fair gates helps during MontanaFair.
• Check the bag policy in advance. Reviewing the venue's guidelines before packing prevents delays at security.

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First Interstate Arena events — particularly MontanaFair headliners, sold-out concerts, and major rodeo weekends — move fast. The best-value listings disappear well before event night, and inventory for popular events tightens quickly once demand builds. If you have a specific event in mind, acting sooner gets you better seats at better prices. Browse First Interstate Arena tickets now and lock in your spot before inventory moves.

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