About Us

ExtraMile Arena | EST. May 16, 1982

ExtraMile Arena opened its doors in 1982, right in the heart of Boise, ID on the beautiful Boise State University campus. ExtraMile Arena has a capacity of 13,390 seats and serves as a multi-purpose arena housing concerts, performing arts, comedy, sporting and community events; it also plays home to the Boise State Broncos' men's & women's basketball and gymnastics teams. ExtraMile Arena converted to Ticketmaster in April of 2015 leading the charge in Idaho, and is also a proud Live Nation Preferred Venue.

The building is equipped with a state-of-the-art video and sound package complete with: hollow center hung video board allowing rig-through, new ribbon boards, ADA compliant closed-caption boards and a concert-grade L'Acoustic sound system. ExtraMile Arena is also anchored by a world-class grid, with 72' of clearance from floor to low-steel.

For the Fan: ExtraMile Arena has invested a great deal of time and money to upgrade a number of fan-focused areas. Expanded and/or upgraded restrooms can be found on every level, concourses are being upgraded with artwork and interactive displays and each concession stand has been renovated to enhance cosmetic appeal as well as speed of service. In addition, the facility has taken an ADA-focused approach to service, having installed accessible seating platforms on each level, overhauled ingress processes at each entrance, every restroom is equipped with accessible fixtures and an ADA team of staff can be found at each event specifically focusing on guest experience.

For the Promoter: 

The facility allows for multiple staging configurations including: center stage 360, variety of half house to 270 degree options, and can also scale down to an intimate theater setting. With features such as a deluxe green room, VIP blue room, two road offices, and five performer dressing rooms, ExtraMile Arena’s facilities set it apart as one of the nation’s prestigious arenas.

The Prime Site Award said about ExtraMile Arena: “Your staff does an exceptional job of serving its events' clientele and your city and community should be proud of that accomplishment”.

ExtraMile Arena strives to maintain the long standing tradition of excellence in serving the Boise community. We are proud to be located in beautiful Boise, Idaho and are excited to celebrate nearly 40 years in the Live Entertainment Industry with our community!