Lawlor Events Center is northern Nevada's largest multi-purpose arena.

It is named after former athletic director, baseball, basketball and football coach Jake Lawlor.

The music video for Eddie Money's 1986 single "Take Me Home Tonight" was filmed at the arena.

Bon Jovi played a sold-out show on January 23, 1987, during their Slippery When Wet Tour.

On August 1, 2003, rock band Fleetwood Mac performed at Lawlor, as part of their Say You Will Tour.