2017 Promoter Guide

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BEMIDJI, MINNESOTA

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

About Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Staff Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Key Demographics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Marketing and Group Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Facility Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

Event Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-12

Past Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Seating Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-16

Rigging Grid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Backstage Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Backstage Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Loading Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Booking Procedures/For More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

WELCOME

Welcome to the Sanford Center!

The mission of the Sanford Center is to enhance the quality of life for the citizens of the region by pro-viding a gathering place for cultural, recreational, educational and community events .

On any single night, the Sanford Center is more than just an arena…it is home for live family-orientedentertainment, first class catered banquets and receptions and hospitable meetings and conventions . We consistently anticipate customer needs and exceed their expectations by implementing top quality, “four star” professional customer service programs . These efforts are designed to establish confidence and brand recognition in the facility and with our many staff members . This encourages repeat business and fosters new client relationships and patrons to serve .

The Sanford Center broke ground in April of 2009 and officially opened doors in October of 2010 . Our building is the home of the Men’s and Women’s Division I Bemidji State University Beaver Hockey teams . Located next to the arena you will find the George W . Neilson Convention Center and attached Country Inn & Suites and J .J . Dockside restaurant . Since our opening in October of 2010, the Sanford Center has hosted an array of events, including concerts of all genres, family shows, ice shows, motor sports, and trade shows . In addition, the Sanford Center has hosted local college and high school graduation ceremonies, state sporting tournaments, as well as a variety of private meetings and wedding receptions . The Sanford Center arena continually brings a variety of exciting events to Bemidji and the larger North-ern MN area . We truly strive to make the Sanford Center not only a premier Hockey Arena and enter-tainment facility, but a facility that can be enjoyed by all ages .

Bemidji is located in the state of Minnesota . It is the first City located after the source of the Mississippi River, located on two major U .S . Highways – 71 North & South and 2 East & West . The Laurentian Con-tinental Divide (Northern Divide) is located north of the City . The many lakes in the Bemidji area are a great attraction for year round fishing and activities from Dragon Boat races in summer to sled dog events in winter .

While visiting the Sanford Center, we hope you enjoy the Bemidji area and all it has to offer . For those making decisions on upcoming dates and events, we hope you give us a try . Our entire staff is here to assist you in making sure your event goes off without a hitch and the customer has a great time and en-joys your event while here .

Jeff KossowExecutive DirectorSanford Center

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STAFF DIRECTORY

Sanford Center1111 Event Center Drive NEBemidji, MN 56601

www .thesanfordcenter .netPhone: 218-441-4000 Fax: 218-441-4099

Administrative Offices

Title Name Email Phone

Executive Director Jeff Kossow jkossow@venuworks .com 218-441-4001

Director of Finance Jackie Meixner jmeixner@venuworks .com 218-441-4006

Director of Operations Bobby Anderson randerson@venuworks .com 218-441-4005

Director of Sales &Marketing Cyrus Pansch cpansch@venuworks .com 218-441-4030

Events Manager Shawna Weidemann sweidemann@venuworks .com 218-441-4002

Convention Sales Manager Nicole Kangas nkangas@venuworks .com 218-441-4003

Food & Beverage Manager Joe Phelps jphelps@venuworks .com 218-441-4008

Kitchen Manager Gary Bodien gbodien@venuworks .com 218-441-4048

Building Engineer Manager Tom Quinn tquinn@venuworks .com 218-441-4011

Ticket Office Manager Jenna Kaiser jkaiser@venuworks .com 218-441-4031

Conversion Manager Danica Scofield dscofield@venuworks .com 218-441-4019

Executive Assistant Marlene Andrews mandrews@venuworks .com 218-441-4007

Administrative Assistant Emily Kirscht ekirscht@venuworks .com 218-441-4018

ABOUT US

ABOUT US:

ABOUT BEMIDJI, MNBemidji Minnesota, where the mighty Mississippi River meets its first city, is a regional center for shop-ping, arts, entertainment, education, health services, worship, and government services . Located in the north-central region of Minnesota, Bemidji is easily accessible from major urban centers (Duluth, MN, Grand Forks, ND, & Fargo, ND) within a 2 .5hr driving time . With a city population of 14,301, it is the largest commercial center between Grand Forks, North Dakota and Duluth, Minnesota .

The Bemidji Area includes parts or all of Beltrami County, Hubbard County, Cass County, and more putting the Bemidji Area population at 131,553 with-in a 60-mile radius . In addition, Bemidji is home to Bemidji State University, Northwest Technical College, Oak Hills Christian College, with over 4,000 additional students living in town during the school year .

Known as the birth-place/home of logging legend “Paul Bunyan”, Bemidji is noted as the “curling capital” of the United States and home to a world-class fishing tourism industry with over 400 lakes in a 25-mile radius, making it a year-round destination for fishing .

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MINNESOTA FUN FACT:

Though Minnesota is called ‘The Land of 10,000 Lakes’, it actually has 11,842 lakes that are at least 10 acres or more in area and 21,871 lakes that are at least 2.5 acres or more in area. It also has 6,564 natural rivers and streams that flow 69,200 miles in the state. Thanks to these numerous lakes, rivers and streams, Minnesota has about 90,000 miles of shoreline, which is more than the shoreline of California, Florida and Hawaii combined.http://minnesotafacts.facts.co/funminnesotafactsabout/minnesotafacts.php#YZkw-

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KEY DEMOGRAPHICS

Total Area Population 60 mi radius- 131,553

Beltrami County - 45,672

Bemidji - 14,942

Race:

White 84 .31%

Native American 11 .52%

African 0 .76%

Asian 1 .12%

Hispanic 1 .14%

(47 .7% male and 52 .3% female .)- Including 5,339 households, and 2,557 families . Pop density is about 1,039 .6 inhabitants per sq mi

MSA Demographics* - Bemidji MN Bemidji (/bəˈmɪdiː/ bə-MIJ-ee) is a city in Beltrami County in North West Minnesota, United States . It is the largest commercial center between Grand Forks, North Dakota, and Duluth, Minnesota . The city is the central hub of the Red Lake, White Earth, and Leech Lake Indian Reservation . Bemidji lies on the southwest shore of Lake Bemidji, the northernmost lake feeding the Mississippi River and, as such, is deemed “the first city on the Mississippi .” Bemidji is also called the “curling capital” of the U .S . The City of Bemidji acts as a regional center for shopping, arts, entertainment, education, health ser-vices, worship, and government services . The Bemidji Area includes parts or all of Beltrami (Pop . 45,672) amongst other counties – Overall, making the Bemidji Area population at 131,553 in about a 60 mile radius .

Median Age (Years): 27 .1 yearsAge: Under 18yrs =19 . 4% -18 to 24 yr =26 .7% - 25 to 44 yr =21 .6% - 45 to 64 yr =17 .5% -65+yrs = 14 .3% Race: 84 .31% White, 11 .52% Native American 0 .76% African, 1 .12% Asian, 0 .03% Hispanic 1 .14

Average Household Income: $28,072 Median Family Income: $37,250About 13 .2% of families and 19 .2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19 .7% of those under age 18 and 10 .9% of those ages 65 or over .

Database Marketing Support200,000 Ticket Buyer Database Including:Concerts, Performing Arts, Broadway Series Ticket BuyersTeam Ticket Buyers, Donors & Sponsors

Employment in Bemidji, MN has been grow-ing at a rate of 3 .47%, from 6,490 employees in 2014 to 6,715 employees in 2015 .

The most common job groups, by number of people living in Bemidji, MN, are Management, Business, Science, & Arts, Service, and Sales & Office . The chart above shows the share breakdown of the primary jobs held by residents of Bemidji, MN .

Dataset: ACS 5-year Estimate Source: Census Bureau

Native American and Scandinavian cultures are woven together into the tapestry of Bemidji’s history . Several events and galleries showcase the community’s rich and diverse cultural heritage . A remarkable collection of sculpture and outdoor art throughout the downtown area offers a glimpse into the creativity this beautiful area inspires . The Paul Bunyan Playhouse hosts top performances throughout the summer . The renovated railroad depot is home to a state-of-the-art history museum .

Designated as a “Bicycle Friendly Community”, easy, paved trails skirt Lake Bemidji, connect to down-town and Lake Bemidji State Park . NiceRide Bike Share rentals make exploring the area fun and easy .

Bemidji is a regional retail and educational center, large enough to be convenient, small enough to be comfortable . The surrounding region abounds with interesting places and things to do . A few memora-ble places to visit are: Lake Bemidji State Park, the Laurentian Continental Divide, the ‘Lost Forty’ forest of 350 year old trees, birding hot spots or the Forestedge Winery .

Routable Cities (in miles)Duluth, MN 152 Fargo, ND 130 Minneapolis/St . Paul, MN 226 Rochester, MN 303Sioux City, IA 442 Winnipeg, Canada 113

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FACILITY SPECIFICATIONS

DRESSING ROOMS / OFFICE SPACE / GREEN ROOMThere are 4 large locker rooms; each set of 2 shares a restroom with shower facilities . There are 2 smaller Dressing rooms (officials) that have private restrooms with showers . The 2 dressing rooms are adjacent to the Green Room with connecting doors . There is a large multipurpose room across from the Green Room that can be used for media or as a production office .

SHOW POWER – Power is located US Right - CamLocks

· 3 – 400 Amp 3-phase disconnect

· 2 – 200 Amp 3-phase disconnect

· 4 – 75’ 4/0 5 wire sets with turnarounds

· 1 – 200 Amp 3-phase disconnect – TV Truck – located outside in loading dock area

· 4 – 50 Amp 220V Shore Power – located outside in loading dock area

· 2 – 200 Amp 3-phase disconnect located in Rigging Grid (US Left and US Right)

LIGHTING

· Musco Sport Lighting package with instant on/off shutters

· Musco Work lights

· Incandescent Walk-in and seating lighting

· Audio

· Full coverage of seating and floor area

· Various Mics, cables, stands, monitors

· 2 channel Clearcom system – ports throughout arena

VIDEO PRODUCTION

· 4 sided Daktronics Video board with under hung ribbon

· Production space with switcher, clip player, 3 play

· 4 – Cameras with ports throughout arena

SPOT LIGHTS

· 4 – Super Trouper Xenon 2k – Various power locations

throughout arena

MARKETING & GROUP SALES

The Sanford Center in-house marketing department can assist in the marketing efforts for all different types of events . Our personal relationships and in-market experience will meet all your marketing, ad-vertising, and public relations needs .

MARKETING / ADVERTISING· Utilization of all Ticketmaster Marketing Resources for show announcements, pre-sale, ticketing spe-cial and more .

· TM Messenger Eblast database to over 15,000

· Ticket Alerts

· Custom Email Notifications

· Ticketmaster Blue & more·Social Media Networking Sites:

· Facebook Page: (11,000+ Likes)

· Twitter

·Instragram·In Area Promotions:

· City Channel #2

· Extensive Flyer/Poster Distribution (utilizing Coke of Bemidji, Old Dutch)

· Outdoor Marquee, Jumbotron, facia boards .· Assist in putting together a marketing campaign utilizing local TV, Radio, and Print .· Manage media placement for events .· Assistance on day of show with VIP experiences, media escorts, and more .· Complete Event recap and Marketing Settlement .

PUBLIC RELATIONS· Extensive media database in local community and outer markets . · Press release distribution· Local tie-in event management· Assist with on-air interviews, print interviews, and more .

GROUP SALES· Full service Group Sales staff· One on one customer support when ordering tickets· Extensive databases in religious organizations, schools, boy/girl scouts, senior centers and more

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LOADING DOCK· 2 – Bay with Dock Leveler – Level 75’ push to arena floor entrance – 8’w x 10’h· 1 – Bay with Dock Leveler – Used for deliveries and Ballroom events – 8’w x 10’h· 1 – Drive in bay with straight shot to arena floor – 14’w x 16’h· Arena floor access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ice Season – 11’w x 10’h (Sep – Mar) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Non Ice – 20’w x 14’h

RIGGING – Contact Operations Dept for specifics· Rigging grid height 55’· Grid covers Ice floor area· Video Board pulls into ceiling – Low Trim 52’

HOUSE EQUIPMENT· 2 – 5000# Forklift with 6’ extension· 1 – 60’ Boom Lift· 1 – 26’ Scissor Lift· 1 – 26’ Single mast man lift (Genie Lift)· 4 – Dressing Room furniture (Couch, 2 chairs, 2 end tables, coffee table)· Main Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stage Right ME-3750 Rolling stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48’d x 60’w x (48”-78”h) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Decks are reversible (TechStage and Carpet)

· Sound Wings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stage Right ME-1000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 – 24’d x 12’w x (48”-72”) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Decks are reversible (TechStage and Carpet)· Risers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stage Right Z-800 Stage supports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 each 8”, 16”, 24” with Reversible Decks· ADA Lift· Half House Curtain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Curtain – 120’w x 40’h (Truss and Motors) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wings – 2 40’w x 30’h (Truss and Motors)

EVENT SERVICES

ATM

The automated teller machine is located on the Main Concourse by sections K-J .

CAMERAS and RECORDING DEVICESInformation regarding the camera policy is determined by show personnel and will vary from event to event . However, for most events, small digital cameras are permissible . Cameras with a professional lens will not be permitted (any type of detachable lens is considered professional .)

FIRST AID STATIONThe first aid station is located on the Main Concourse by section R . Trained medical personnel are on staff for every event at the Sanford Center .

OUTSIDE FOOD and BEVERAGES

Absolutely no outside food and beverages are to be allowed inside the Sanford Center .

FAN CONDUCTThe Sanford Center is committed to exceeding the expectations of every guest by delivering the best sports and entertainment experience with quality guest service and exceptional value at a world-class venue .

Creating a safe, comfortable and enjoyable experience for all guests, the Sanford Center is committed to providing an environment free from the following:

· Abusive or foul language and obscene gestures directed toward other guests, arena em-ployees, players, coaches and officials .

· Clothing containing offensive language or indecent graphics .

· Banners or signs that obstruct the view of guests, obscure advertising or impede the op-eration of the Sanford Center, contain objectionable subject matter or are commercial in nature . The Sanford Center reserves the right to remove any banner at any time .

· Smoking is not allowed at the Sanford Center

· Thrown objects, either within the seating section or onto the event performance area .

· Prohibited entry items such as containers, food & beverage, airhorns, weapons, laser pointers, balloons, large bags and backpacks .

· Guests entering or attempting to enter restricted areas without proper authorization or credentials .

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· Guests who are disruptive to the event presentation, performance or game .

· Guests encountering difficulties and concerns are urged to contact the Sanford Center Guest Service Staff immediately .

· Guests not abiding by the Guest Code of Conduct are subject to ejection from the Sanford Center and, in some cases, subject to criminal prosecution .

DISABLED GUESTSThe Sanford Center is ADA compliant for accessibility including restrooms, parking, drop off lanes, and service counters . Accessible seating is located throughout the arena . Accessible seating may be pur-chased by calling the Box Office directly at 218-441-4032 .

LOST and FOUNDAll items that may have been left behind during an event are recorded and kept in the Sanford Center Administration Office . Items can be claimed during regular office hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am-5:00pm . 218-441-4000

RE-ENTRY POLICYThe Sanford Center has a NO Re-Entry Policy . Once you leave the facility during an event, you may not return under any circumstances . Exceptions are only made in case of emergencies .

SMOKING POLICYThe Sanford Center is a SMOKE-FREE Facility .

INTERNET ACCESSThe Sanford Center, through Paul Bunyan Communications offers GigaZone internet access to our pa-trons . This is one of the largest Gigabit networks in the United States . Capable of download and upload speeds of up to 1000 Mbps .

PAST EVENTS

Throughout the past seven years, the Sanford Center has hosted world class events such as:

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SEATING DIAGRAMS

Full Concert Set

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CapacityFloor 1508Arena 3103Suites 400Club 246ADA 37

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ZZ Top

Alice Cooper

Chicago

Cole Swindell

Little Big Town

Luke Bryan

Jake Owen

Slayer

Amy Grant

The Band Perry

Boston

Brian Regan

Bryan Adams

Styx

W .W .E .

Celtic Thunder

Daniel O’Donnell

Darius Rucker

Jeff Dunham

Josh Turner

Justin Moore

Kenny Rogers

Kip Moore

Harlem Globetrotters

Chris Tomlin

Lamb of God

Larry the Cable Guy

Mannheim Steamroller

Bill Gaither

O .A .R .

Newsboys

Michael W . Smith

A Prairie Home Companion

Darius Rucker

Home Free

Skillet

Disney Live

Elmo Makes Music

Fab Four

Happy Together

Peppa Pig

Hello Kitty

Tech N9ne

Yela Wolf

Big Daddy Weave

Blue Man Group

Switchfoot

Machine Gun Kelly

Wynonna & The Big Noise

Wojo Rodeo Finals

Shine Mixed Martial Arts

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SEATING DIAGRAMS

Quarter House Concert Set

SEATING DIAGRAMS

Half House Concert Set

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CapacityFloor 808Arena 1508Suites 9-20 192Club 220ADA 24

Total 2752

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CapacityFloor 334Arena 1048Suites 12-18 112Club 246ADA 19

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BACKSTAGE AREA

Loading Dock C

Loading Dock B

Loading Dock ADrive In - 14'w x 16'h

Water

Power

TV Truck Power

Shore Power x 4

Door 10

8'w x 10'h

20'w x 14'h

8'w x 10'h

DirectorOperations1228

ES MOP M1227

Security1229

DressingRoom 21314

GreenRoom1317

DressingRoom 11319

Men1316

Women1318

Media /Production1311

LockerRoom 11301

LockerRoom 21308

LockerRoom 31349

LockerRoom 41354

SharedShower / Toilets

SharedShower / Toilets

Bridge Opening11'w x 10'h

Bus 3

Bus 1

Bus 4

Bus 2

Truck 1

Truck 2

Runner

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Top of steel - 56'Scoreboard trim - 53'

Downfill speakers - 43'

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LOADING DOCKBACKSTAGE PARKING

Loading Dock C

Loading Dock B

Loading Dock A

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Door 10

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DIRECTIONS FROM SOUTH:

From Duluth or Brainerd take Highway 2 into Bemidji .From Motley or Park Rapids take Highway 71 north . Find the Sanford Center on the south shore of Lake Bemidji off of 1st st . S or Event Cen-ter Dr . (by the Green Mill and Hampton Inn) .

DIRECTIONS FROM NORTH:

From Highway 71 N or Highway 2 E follow Highway 197 (Paul Bunyan Drive) from the Airport/Mall area towards Bemidji State University and Lake Bemidji .Continue south through downtown Bemi-dji and follow the south shore to 1st st . S or Event Center Dr . (by the Green Mill) .

1111 Event Center Drive NE, Bemidji, MN

ACCOMMODATIONS

HOTELS

Country Inn & Suites927 Lake Shore Drive NEBemidji, MN 56601Phone: (218) 441-4800

DoubleTree by Hilton115 Lake Shore Dr NEBemidji, MN 56601Phone: (218) 441-4400

Hampton Inn & Suites1019 Paul Bunyan Dr SEBemidji, MN 56601Phone: (218) 751-3600

Candlewood Suites Bemidji401 Paul Bunyan Dr SEBemidji, MN 56601Phone: (218) 497-3000

Holiday Inn Express2422 Ridgeway Ave NWBemidji, MN 56601Phone: (218) 751-2487

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BOOKING PROCEDURES

All prospective tenants must contact Jeff Kossow at jkossow@venuworks .com, 218-441-4001 or Nicole Kangas at nkangas@venuworks .com, 218-441-4003 to determine the availability of dates . The Sanford Center will tentatively reserve requested dates after acceptance by the Sanford Center . A date is not con-sidered firm until a contract is signed and received .

The Sanford Center may deny the use of any or all of the facility to any individual, group, organization or event that after professional review determines one of the aforementioned would result in an unfair degree of competition or is not in the best interest of the City of Bemidji or the Sanford Events Center .

If another tenant should request a date(s) tentatively reserved or a portion thereof, the tenant will be required to execute a contractual agreement with 24 hours of notification or within a time as specified by the Management of the Sanford Center . If the completed contract is not received, the Management will release the dates with notice .

FOR MORE INFORMATION

For further information about our venue, please contact directly with questions bu calling 218-441-4000 or visit www .thesanfordcenter .net

Thank you for your interest in hosting your event at the Sanford Center . We would be happy to craft a formal pricing proposal for your plans – please feel free to contact us to begin the process .

AmericInn Lodge & Suites1200 Paul Bunyan Dr NWBemidji, MN 56601Phone: (218) 751-3000

Super 8 Bemidji1815 Paul Bunyan Dr NWBemidji, MN 56601Phone: (218) 308-9046

Best Western Bemidji2420 Paul Bunyan Dr NWBemidji, MN 56601Phone: (218) 751-0390

Ruttger’s Birchmont Lodge7598 Bemidji Rd NEBemidji, MN 56601Phone: (218) 444-3463

Quality Inn3500 Moberg Dr NWBemidji, MN 56601Phone: (218) 444-7700

* connected to the Sanford Center

Country Inn & Suites

is conveniently connected to the Sanford Center/George W . Neilson Convention Center along with JJ’s Dockside Restaurant and Tavern on the South side of Lake Bemidji