Simmons Bank Arena is receiving international recognition after earning a place among the world’s leading entertainment venues in Pollstar’s 2026 Mid-Year Arena Rankings.
The North Little Rock venue ranked 75th in the world and 29th in the United States based on ticket sales and attendance reported during the first half of 2026.
The recognition reflects a successful start to the year at Simmons Bank Arena, where thousands of fans have attended concerts, sporting events and family entertainment featuring some of the biggest names in the industry.
The arena’s 2026 schedule has included performances by Heart, Journey, Chicago, Kansas, ZZ Top, Earth, Wind & Fire, Eric Church and Travis Tritt.
Families and sports fans have also packed the arena for appearances by the Harlem Globetrotters and the Professional Bull Riders Tour.
Arena officials thanked every person who attended an event during the first half of the year, noting that each ticket purchased helped Simmons Bank Arena earn its place in Pollstar’s international rankings.
The ranking highlights the arena’s continued importance to Arkansas’ entertainment industry and its ability to attract major national tours and special events to Central Arkansas.
Located in downtown North Little Rock, Simmons Bank Arena draws visitors from communities across Arkansas and surrounding states. Those visitors also support nearby restaurants, hotels, retailers and other businesses before and after events.
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Those giveaways have included tickets to see the Harlem Globetrotters, Professional Bull Riders and many of the year’s biggest concerts.
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