Lea County Event Center

5401 N. Lovington Hwy, Hobbs, NM

Lea County Event Center

5401 N. Lovington Hwy, Hobbs, NM

www.leacounty.net

Capacity: 7,000 people

About Lea County Event Center

The Lea County Event Center (LCEC) is a 167,000-square-foot facility that provides premier meeting space for over 75,000 residents in Lea County. Conveniently located in Hobbs, New Mexico, the LCEC is an excellent choice for conventions, meetings, concerts, special events, and more! This versatile facility offers the community an opportunity to convene for the purpose of learning, interacting, exhibiting, entertaining and more. With several multipurpose areas, the LCEC provides a 4,473 fixed seating arena, a banquet hall with three adjacent rooms accommodating up to 120 people per room, and one small meeting room that holds up to thirty people. The banquet rooms are designed to meet a wide variety of needs including but not limited to business meetings, seminars, banquets, dances, conventions, and trade shows. The LCEC hosts about 50 events per month and is equipped to handle your unique event!

Event Pricing

Front Meeting Room Rental

Attendees: 0-30 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for parties and meetings only

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Attendees: 0-30 | $50 - $100 /event
Pricing for parties and meetings only

$50 - $100

Per Event

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Banquet Hall (Full)

Attendees: 0-450 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-450 | $750 - $1,000 /event
Pricing for all event types

$750 - $1,000

Per Event

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Banquet Hall (1 Room)

Attendees: 0-150 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-150 | $100 - $300 /event
Pricing for all event types

$100 - $300

Per Event

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Banquet Hall (2 Rooms)

Attendees: 0-300 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-300 | $300 - $600 /event
Pricing for all event types

$300 - $600

Per Event

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Kitchen

Attendees: 0-25 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-25 | $250 /event
Pricing for all event types

$250

Per Event

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Full Arena

Attendees: 0-5000 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-5000 | $2,500 /event
Pricing for all event types

$2,500

Per Event

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Full Arena Floor

Attendees: 0-1000 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-1000 | $1,500 /event
Pricing for all event types

$1,500

Per Event

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Half Arena Floor

Attendees: 0-500 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-500 | $750 /event
Pricing for all event types

$750

Per Event

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Full Building Rental

Attendees: 0-7000 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-7000 | $3,500 /event
Pricing for all event types

$3,500

Per Event

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Parking Lot/Section

Attendees: 0-8000 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-8000 | $500 - $1,000 /event
Pricing for all event types

$500 - $1,000

Per Event

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Event Spaces

Banquet Hall Full

Maximum Capacity: 450
General Event Space

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Banquet Hall Full

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General Event Space | Maximum Capacity: 450

The Banquet Hall Rooms at the Lea County Event Center are the perfect venue for a wide array of events, blending elegance and functionality to suit any occasion. These spacious rooms are designed to accommodate gatherings of various sizes and purposes, ensuring a memorable experience for all attendees. For professional events, the Banquet Hall Rooms are ideal for safety meetings and company luncheons, providing a comfortable and sophisticated environment to foster productive discussions and networking. The versatile layout and state-of-the-art amenities, including advanced audiovisual equipment, make it easy to deliver impactful presentations and facilitate engaging interactions. When it comes to personal celebrations, the Banquet Hall Rooms transform into a delightful setting for birthday parties, baby showers, and graduation parties. With ample space to decorate and customize according to your theme, these rooms offer the perfect backdrop for creating lasting memories with family and friends. The elegant design and flexible seating arrangements ensure that every guest feels welcome and comfortable. At the Lea County Event Center, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service and a beautiful venue to make your event a success. Whether you're planning a corporate meeting or a joyous celebration, our Banquet Hall Rooms offer the ideal setting to bring your vision to life.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 360 People

Classroom - 18"
Capacity: 300 People

Classroom - 30"
Capacity: 300 People

Hollow Square
Capacity: 120 People

Reception
Capacity: 450 People

Theater
Capacity: 450 People

U-Shape
Capacity: 90 People

Amenities

Dance Floor
Portable Walls
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Floor Covering: Carpeting
Special Features: Each space has versatile lighting, RGB LED cove lighting, along with sound system.

Kitchen

Alternate Venue

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Alternate Venue

Enhance your event at the Lea County Event Center with our fully equipped commercial kitchen, available for rent to meet all your culinary needs. Whether you're planning a wedding, corporate event, party, or any other occasion, our kitchen provides the perfect space for your catering team to create and serve delicious meals. Renting our commercial kitchen guarantees that your event's catering will run smoothly, allowing you to focus on creating unforgettable experiences for your guests.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Amenities

Fully Equipped Kitchen

Features

Floor Covering: Tile

Banquet Hall 1 Room

Maximum Capacity: 120
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Banquet Hall 1 Room

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Alternate Venue | Maximum Capacity: 120

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 120 People

Chevron - 18"
Capacity: 100 People

Classroom - 18"
Capacity: 100 People

Classroom - 30"
Capacity: 100 People

Hollow Square
Capacity: 40 People

Theater
Capacity: 100 People

U-Shape
Capacity: 30 People

Amenities

Dance Floor
Portable Walls
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Floor Covering: Carpeting
Special Features: Individual lighting and AV system. Lighting includes three separate light adjusting, cove LED RGB, Scone lighting and above lighting.

Banquet Hall 2 Rooms

Maximum Capacity: 240
Alternate Venue

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Alternate Venue | Maximum Capacity: 240

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 240 People

Chevron - 18"
Capacity: 200 People

Classroom - 18"
Capacity: 200 People

Hollow Square
Capacity: 80 People

Theater
Capacity: 200 People

U-Shape
Capacity: 60 People

Amenities

Dance Floor
Portable Walls
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Floor Covering: Carpeting
Special Features: Individual lighting and AV system. Lighting includes three separate light adjusting, cove LED RGB, Scone lighting and above lighting.

Front Meeting Room

Maximum Capacity: 30
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Front Meeting Room

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General Event Space | Maximum Capacity: 30

The front meeting room at the Lea County Event Center is an ideal space for small gatherings and meetings. Equipped with modern amenities, the room features a fixed projector and computer, ensuring seamless presentations and video conferencing capabilities. The layout is designed to accommodate a comfortable and productive environment, perfect for workshops, board meetings, or training sessions. With its advanced technology and convenient location, this meeting room provides everything you need for a successful event.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 30 People

Chevron - 18"
Capacity: 30 People

Classroom - 18"
Capacity: 30 People

Conference
Capacity: 15 People

Hollow Square
Capacity: 20 People

Theater
Capacity: 30 People

U-Shape
Capacity: 15 People

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Floor Covering: Carpeting
Special Features: AV Equipment

Arena

General Event Space

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General Event Space

The Lea County Event Center Arena is a versatile and spacious venue that can accommodate a wide range of events, from weddings and parties to conferences and large gatherings. The full arena, 1/2 arena floor or entire arena floor are available for your event. The Lea County Event Center Arena is a premier choice for any event, offering flexibility, ample space, and modern amenities to ensure your event is a memorable success.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Amenities

Dance Floor
Portable Walls
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Floor Covering: Concrete

Venue Types

Amenities

ADA/ACA Accessible
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Outdoor Function Area
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Max Number of People for an Event: 7000
Number of Event/Function Spaces: 4
Total Meeting Room Space (Square Feet): 5
Year Renovated: 2001

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