OUR FACILITIES
Space for every stage, every event, and every community connection
WHY CHOOSE OUR FACILITIES
The Center combines scale, flexibility, and convenience to ensure your event’s success. Every rental reinvests directly into Forrest County, hosting here means you’re doing more than planning an event—you’re supporting the community.
OUR FACILITIES
ABOUT OUR FACILITIES
Square foot arena with flexible seating & lighting
Fully equipped barns for lievstock & equine needs
Acre RV park fully equipped with 147 full-service sites
Square foot conference room equipped for any event
OUR FACILITIES
From rodeos and concerts to weddings and conferences, The Center offers flexible spaces designed to bring your event to life. With modern amenities and a community-driven mission, our facilities are built to host moments that matter.
Main Arena
Climate controlled
34,480 sq. ft. floor
2,586 stadium seats
2,500 floor seating capacity
Clay/Sand/Loam surface
24 ft × 14 ft roll-up door
Heavy-duty portable floor covering
Dressing rooms
Conference room
2 concession stands
4 spotlights
Sound system
Vendor space along the concourse
Barns & Outdoor Buildings
C & D BARNS
Barns C and D are versatile, concrete-floored buildings ideal for livestock shows, equestrian events, or community gatherings. Each offers a large, open floor plan with capacity for stalls or cattle ties, along with modern amenities to support both participants and spectators.
19,200 sq. ft. each (100 × 190)
102 stalls or 280 cattle ties
Ceiling fans throughout
Electrical outlets at each stall
Indoor wash racks with 24 spaces
Covered walkways connecting to other buildings
Barn C: Restrooms with shower facilities
Barn D: Office space with restrooms and telephones (ideal for judges)
Paging system for announcements
Versatile concrete floor for temporary stalls or open events
Modern lighting and ventilation
Easy access to the rest of the complex
E BARN
19,334 sq. ft. total (15,000 sq. ft. open floor, 150 × 100)
78 stalls
Space for 158 5×5 hot-dipped metal pens
Ceiling fans throughout
Electrical outlets at each stall and additional outlets throughout
Indoor wash racks with 24 spaces
Covered walkways connecting to other buildings
Paging system for announcements
Versatile concrete floor for stalls or open events
Modern lighting and ventilation
Easy access to other buildings in the complex
Two restrooms with shower facilities
S & L BARNS
Barns S and L feature permanent dirt-floor horse stalls, ideal for equestrian activities. These buildings offer reliable and functional spaces for horse housing and related events, featuring modern amenities for both animals and participants.
Barn L: 132 permanent horse stalls
Barn S: 96 permanent horse stalls
Ceiling fans throughout
Electrical outlets available
Comfortable, well-ventilated dirt-floor stalls
Electrical outlets for equipment or lighting
Designed specifically for long-term or event-based equestrian use
WARM UP ARENA
Open-Air Field & Parking
The Center at Forrest County offers expansive outdoor space ideal for large-scale events, festivals, car shows, overflow parking, and more. This flexible area can accommodate multiple setups simultaneously, making it perfect for large gatherings or outdoor activities.
Expansive open-air space suitable for tents, booths, exhibits, or recreational activities
The ability to host multiple events simultaneously or provide a large-scale event space to one vendor
Easily accommodates overflow parking for other Center events
Accessible from all main facilities within the complex
Flexible layout for various event types
Close proximity to arenas, barns, RV Park, and Conference Center
Open space suitable for both short- and long-term event setups
Easy vehicle access for vendors and guests
RV Park
The Forrest County RV Park offers 147 full-service sites in a scenic, convenient location. Perfect for overnight stays, week-long trips, or RV rallies, the park sits adjacent to The Center and overlooks the 16-acre Forrest County Lake.
147 full-service sites with water, sewage, and electricity
30 AMP power at all sites; 50 sites with 30/50 AMP service
Concrete slabs and patios at every site
Accommodates RVs and horse trailers
Located just yards from the Main Arena and minutes from I-59, Hwy 49, and Hwy 98
Scenic lake views
Close proximity to The Center’s arenas and buildings
Suitable for short-term or extended stays
Ideal for RV rallies and community gatherings
Day Rate: $35
Weekly Rate: $245
Monthly Rate: $550
No RV Dump Station on site
Mail cannot be delivered to the RV Park, if you require mail services you will need to rent a Post Office Box.
Honor-box payment is for “day” campers only. Week / Month stays must be paid in the facility Main Office. Bring site number and letter with you, example A1.
The Lake
All State Wildlife and Fisheries laws apply, and a valid fishing license is required for all anglers.
Open Thursday – Sunday for fishing
State Wildlife and Fisheries Laws apply (must have fishing license)
Conference Center
A versatile 3,360 sq. ft. space ideal for weddings, receptions, proms, banquets, and corporate events. The Conference Center offers modern amenities and flexible layouts to suit events of all sizes.
Seats up to 300 guests with provided tables and chairs
Stage, podium, sound system, and A/V screen for presentations and seminars
Partition walls allow the room to be split for smaller events
Two sets of restrooms are conveniently located inside
Seating up to 300 guests with tables and chairs provided
Stage, podium, sound system, and A/V screen for presentations and seminars
Partition walls allow the room to be split for smaller events
Two sets of restrooms are conveniently located inside
Frequently Asked Questions
Lost items are turned into the Main Office and held for 30 days. After that, certain items, like credit/debit cards, are securely disposed of.
Currently, we accept cash or check only for all facility rentals and RV Park stays.
We’re currently updating our ADA facilities. Accessibility depends on the event. Please call ahead for details and assistance.
Outside food and drinks are not allowed inside the Main Arena. Please give us a call (601) 583-7500 to request special accommodations.
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8AM-4:30PM | Event Hours vary. Please check our events calendar here.
We hire extra event staff as needed. Please call the office or check the website/our socials for openings.
Policies vary by event. Check the event page or call our office for more details.
Some equipment is available to rent; contact our office for specifics. All tables & chairs must be rented from The Center.
Fill out our inquiry form and we will get back to you, or call our office (601) 583-7500 to check availability and get details. Rental rates depend on the event.
There is no dump station on-site.
No; rent a Post Office Box if needed.
Day visitors may use the honor box. For weekly or monthly stays, please stop by our office inside the main arena to make payment.
Daily Rate: $35
Weekly Rate: $245
Monthly Rate: $550
Layovers: $36/night & includes 2 bags of shavings.
First-come, first-served. We don't take reservations. Call ahead to (601) 583-7500 to check for scheduled events.
Non-service animals are only allowed in building during livestock events (excluding rodeos). Animals may not be tied to fences, stalls or any part of the facility.
Yes; animals must be on a leash outside vehicles or RVs, and owners must always be with them if they are out of a stall, pen or kennel. City leash laws apply. *Owners are responsible for supervising their animals and cleaning up any messes they make.
Yes; the lake is open Thursday-Sunday for fishing. You must follow state fishing regulations and have a valid fishing license.
Yes; the storm shelter is managed by the EOC and opens whenever a tornado watch is issued.
Showers are located in C & E barns on the breezeway end and are available for event participants and barn users.
