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Central Bank Center and Rupp Arena

425 W. High Street, Lexington, KY 40507
P:(859) 233-4567
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This newly renovated downtown complex features 100,000 square feet of contemporary exhibit space, 16 meeting rooms, and 50,000 square feet of multipurpose rooms. This building is LEED Silver certified. The Central Bank Center complex also encompasses iconic Rupp Arena, home to the University of Kentucky men's basketball program, and the historic Lexington Opera House

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  • Accessibility Details: Wheelchair accessible seating for those who have limited mobility as well as those are a blind, deaf, visually impaired and hard of hearing. Service animals welcome. Assistance is available for any guests with accessible requirements who need access to the various levels in the arena. Guest Service staff is located adjacent each public elevator on the arena concourse and will gladly help or provide direction to anyone who requests assistance.
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  • Largest Room 100000
  • Total Sq. Ft. 150000
  • Theater Capacity 7000
  • Banquet Capacity 5000
  • Number of Rooms 23
  • Large floor Plan PDF Large floor Plan PDF

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