Every year, international trade publication Venues Today ranks the nation’s Top Stops for concerts and events. For the third-consecutive year, Garland ISD’s Curtis Culwell Center (CCC) has been named one of Texas’ Top Stops—a title just 19 venues received statewide.
“It feels very rewarding to be a three-time Top Stops honoree,” said CCC Director John Wilborn. “We received the title because of the volume of events we have the pleasure to accommodate.”
As North Texas’ sole venue designated a Top Stop in the 5,001-10,000 capacity category, the CCC proves to be one of the area’s leading event centers. In 2014, the CCC hosted 31 shows with more than 100,000 people in attendance, granting it fifth place in the division.
Although the first-class facility’s amenities may have contributed to this reoccurring success, Wilborn credits his staff for the distinction.
“You always want to have a niche market. The sales team does a great job targeting that market,” Wilborn explained. “I hope we can remain competitive and always make the Top Stops listing in the future.”
In addition to its recent recognition, the CCC also snagged the Most Spirit Award for hosting a number of peppy events last year.
“The Curtis Culwell Center in Garland, Texas wins the award for having the most team spirit, hosting nine cheerleading events in 2014,” Venues Today stated in a press release. “The competitions and celebrations were promoted by United Cheer, CGS & Spirit Celebration, Fellowship of Christian Cheerleaders, Redline, CGS Nationals and Varsity Spirit.”
To learn more about the CCC, visit the facility’s website.
