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    Michelle W.

    I've come to this venue many times. A Sami Show, Four Winds Intertribal Pow Wow, etc. Last month and last night I was here for a graduation. I actually learned from the one last month and arrived earlier than the start time in order to find parking and a seat. So glad I did that since it was packed here! I felt bad for the family members arriving at 7:30 or later for the 8pm graduation. There were families standing up and this place got packed quick. Security was checking bags upon entering. The staff opened doors for people to walk out of once the graduation was over. It was organized chaos since there were so many people trying to leave at once. Before and after the event there were police officers routing traffic. Finding a spot wasn't difficult once I drove past the entrance. They don't allow balloons, signs/billboards or air horns into this venue for graduation. Yet I saw signs, saw somebody bring in a balloon and heard air horns. The families are proud and they can't help it! Their baby was graduating. Thanks Bell County Expo Center for a wonderful event.

    Jennifer B.

    YELP 100 CHALLENGE 2018 - PART 2: 54/100 I've been to this Expo three times in the past five years, and I came here for one reason and one reason only: HARKER HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION CEREMONY. There was a change in procedure in this last visit: all guests must now have admission tickets. (Apparently, there was some chaos during last year's ceremonies because of people holding "spots" for others.) The staff are trained to handle a huge crowd. Getting in and out was always smooth. Parking was never a problem. The one thing that bums me out, though, is that none of the eateries are ever open! (I'm sure they've assessed it isn't worth it.) TIP: Bring something to keep you warm. It may be 100degF and humid outside, but it is DANG FREEZING inside. That 3rd visit is most likely the last. Big Bro's youngest kid was the reason for that attendance. Good times and good memories!

    Dakotah R.

    I gathered a group together to go see the Carden International Circus on 3/9. The center was easy to find and Google led us right there. We parked around what I assume was the back of the building and had to walk pretty far as there was only 1 entrance open. The lobby was packed and very unorganized. There were workers (I assumed from the circus) standing on boxes just yelling at people to get in to lines. They could have used rope or something to make the entrance process smooth. We had general admission and found good seats fairly easily as there were lots of options. But the arena seating itself was disgusting. It hasn't been cleaned from the previous show. So there was trash everywhere and melted snow cones and drinks drenched the floor. Every step I took I squished on the ground. Overall, I was very unimpressed by the care of the facility and I will not attend another event.

    Very clean facility  Cheer competition and the ladies are acting like ladies how nice!!!!!
    Kathy K.

    The expo is very clean and are completely compliant to COVId rules and the ladies are being wonderful! This is a cheer competition

    Introduction to the rodeo with some cool pyro effects
    Matt B.

    Went to see a rodeo at the fair this summer, average carnival games, rides and the awesome texas fair food which unfortunately our diet prevented us to eat but either than that it's a nice venue to take your family nothing big but just enough to have fun. The indoor rodeo was pretty awesome being 2nd time going to one and the little ones ridding sheep was something to see, defiantly a good time for the family.

    Catherine T.

    Shit, I bought two of the cheap seats, and yet we were on the FLOOR. Wished we'd been in the middle instead of on the side, but at least we weren't in the nosebleeds. The expensive seats seemed to be in the rafters, which makes no sense. Ample parking, with small-ass lobby and t-shirt area. I was worried about the seating area being so cold at first, until Quani and I went upstairs to look at t-shirts. Once we got back from buying my awesome-ass t-shirt, the back of my neck and my armpits were needing the a/c. Overpriced tees and beers, as you might imagine, but I didn't let that stop me from buying the sexiest sleeveless, girliest ZZ Top tee and three... ahem, I mean five, domestic cheap-ass beer. You don't like Lone Star? Go to a concert at Belton County Expo Center; you'll suddenly be begging for Lone Star. Quani was. I was, too, but I've come to love Lone Star over the years. When we got to Hideout Pub later, a friend remarked, "How come you guys are sober? Didn't you just come from a concert?" Yeah, because Bud Light, Miller Light and Michelob Ultra Light just can't compare; nor can they make you buzzed. I'm almost certain the latter is why they sell the crappy beer there. I'm really glad, though, that there were three beer tents behind the floor seats. That meant we didn't have to go too far for refreshment. Coulda seen better had I brought my glasses, but I got a pretty nice peep of the bands, when I was able to crane my neck around all the Jolly Green Giants in front of me. Woulda been nice if the floor seats were angled so I could have seen over all those Yao Mings. During Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Free Bird", I couldn't hear the guitar solo that well. Really not sure whom to blame, but blame definitely goes somewhere. Well, shit, whatever... I got my "Free Bird", and I got my ZZ-Top "Legs" and "Sharp Dressed Man", so I'm happy. And, thanks to ZZ Top playing the same set they played at the new Backyard last year, Quani and I knew when to skeedaddle and get to the car to leave and avoid traffic. But we didn't avoid traffic. Yeah, they need someone directing traffic at this place; it was a total clusterfuck. NOTE: There is an exit at the BACK of the parking lot, on the east side, so don't think that you have to sit in line for two hours crawling toward the front exit, with assholes barging in front of you. Wish there were better restaurants nearby. There's a Golden Chick, a Subway, and some disgusting (says a friend) place called Jake's Chinese Restaurant. 'Cause Belton is all about being authentic. Next time, I'll either opt for Subway, or I'll allow myself to starve. The local burger place two of our Yelp friends glamorized was disappointing. Awesome moment #1: After the opening act, the house lights came back up, and some girl jokingly remarked, "Wow, everybody's ugly." Well played, Miss. Well played. Awesome moment #2: Lynyrd Skynyrd left the stage after playing "Sweet Home Alabama". They had not yet played "Free Bird". I'm sure we all knew it was a tease, but after several minutes, I got a bit worried. Once everyone started chanting, "FREE BIRD!" though, they retook the stage and played it. Awesome moment #3: I'd forgotten what encore songs ZZ Top did last year, but Quani and I successfully guessed both of them last night. "La Grange" and "Tush". Great concert (mostly thanks to the bands), decent seats for the price, pretty good experience. Sure, I'll go back. Provided someone worthwhile is playing.

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    Great venue. Huge! Many different rooms for different events other than concerts or graduation.

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    Bell County Youth Fair and Rodeo, 4th of July Celebration, Central Texas State Fair, several Sami Shows, and Trade Shows.

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    Love finding nice establishments like this in Temple! Easy…read moreaccess off W Adams with ample parking. I'd say this is a mix of casual, recreational fun with high end dining elements. Big building with spacious dining areas, outdoor space, and the pickleball courts of course. There's also an upstairs area that's exclusively for members. The interior and exterior design is exceptional. Very clean and pleasing to the eye. Welcome to All - not just pickleballers! High end liquors with experienced mixologists. Great cocktail list. Wine list was pretty short but had some good bottles on it. Brunch food was good. The breakfast croissant sandwich was hard to handle and fell apart but tasty. The Southern Poutine was hearty and comforting (sausage in lieu of cheese curds) The bartender was exceptional-knowledgeable, engaging, and attentive. Would love to see a broader wine list with greater range. Was disappointed they didn't have the fireplaces on especially since it's been so cold. A nice fireplace would have really elevated the experience by adding a cozy atmosphere. Also, they have a fruit fly problem.

    First the good. The food was very good, BBQ Cauliflower was great, my wife and I shared the smoked…read moremeatloaf and it was wonderful. About server was nice and attentive even though we were the only ones outside at first. That said, overall we were nickel and dimed for everything. It really felt like they just want money. If a 14 year old wants to order off the kids menu, they charge an extra $4, but it's not an adult portion, it's the same amount of food they just want you to pay more. It makes me not want to bring kids here. Also, if you're eating and the pickle ball courts are empty, there is no discount for playing pickle ball, and they make sure to tell you that you will be charged while you eat your meal. The courts are empty and they don't have any reservations for them, but they need their money. We were told they would provide paddles and balls, so we didn't get ours from the car, and then we were charged for them. I love eating at great restaurants, but when a restaurant nickels and dimes you..it feels cheap.

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