The 145,000-square-foot Merrell Center in Katy, Texas, is a multi-purpose venue that seats 1,500 for theater shows and more than 7,000 for arena concerts. The facility is the key local gathering place for the Katy community and is owned and operated by the Katy school district. The Merrell Center hosts local events like graduation ceremonies and sports events, as well as large-scale touring productions.