List of convention centers in the United States
List of Convention Centers in the United States
Convention centers are large buildings designed to host conventions, exhibitions, trade shows, and other large-scale events. They often feature extensive facilities such as large halls, meeting rooms, and advanced technological infrastructure to accommodate a wide range of events. This article provides a comprehensive list of notable convention centers in the United States, categorized by region and state.
Northeast
Massachusetts
- **Boston Convention and Exhibition Center**: Located in the Seaport District of Boston, this center is one of the largest in the Northeast, offering 516,000 square feet of contiguous exhibition space. It is known for hosting major events such as the PAX East gaming convention and the Boston Auto Show.
- **Hynes Convention Center**: Situated in the Back Bay area of Boston, the Hynes Convention Center provides 176,480 square feet of exhibit space. It is connected to the Prudential Center and the Sheraton Boston Hotel, making it a convenient location for attendees.
New York
- **Jacob K. Javits Convention Center**: Located in Manhattan, New York City, the Javits Center is a major venue with 760,000 square feet of exhibition space. It hosts high-profile events like the New York International Auto Show and New York Comic Con.
- **Rochester Riverside Convention Center**: This center in Rochester offers 100,000 square feet of flexible meeting and exhibit space. It is situated along the Genesee River, providing scenic views for event attendees.
Midwest
Illinois
- **McCormick Place**: Situated in Chicago, McCormick Place is the largest convention center in North America, with over 2.6 million square feet of exhibit space. It is a key venue for major trade shows, including the Chicago Auto Show and the International Manufacturing Technology Show.
- **Donald E. Stephens Convention Center**: Located in Rosemont, near O'Hare International Airport, this center offers 840,000 square feet of exhibition space. It is known for hosting events such as Wizard World Chicago and the Rosemont Home Show.
Ohio
- **Greater Columbus Convention Center**: Located in downtown Columbus, this center provides 1.8 million square feet of meeting and exhibit space. It hosts a variety of events, including the Arnold Sports Festival and the Ohio State Fair.
- **Cleveland Convention Center**: Situated in Cleveland, this center offers 225,000 square feet of exhibit space. It is part of the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland complex and hosts events like the Cleveland Auto Show and the Medical Innovation Summit.
South
Florida
- **Orange County Convention Center**: Located in Orlando, this center is one of the largest in the United States, with 2.1 million square feet of exhibition space. It hosts major events such as the International Builders' Show and the PGA Merchandise Show.
- **Miami Beach Convention Center**: Situated in Miami Beach, this center offers 500,000 square feet of exhibit space. It is known for hosting Art Basel Miami Beach and the Miami International Boat Show.
Texas
- **George R. Brown Convention Center**: Located in Houston, this center provides 1.8 million square feet of exhibit space. It hosts a variety of events, including the Offshore Technology Conference and the Houston Auto Show.
- **Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center**: Situated in Dallas, this center offers 1 million square feet of exhibit space. It is known for hosting events such as the Dallas International Boat Show and the Dallas Comic Con.
West
California
- **Los Angeles Convention Center**: Located in downtown Los Angeles, this center provides 720,000 square feet of exhibit space. It hosts major events like the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) and the Los Angeles Auto Show.
- **Moscone Center**: Situated in San Francisco, the Moscone Center offers 700,000 square feet of exhibit space. It is known for hosting events such as the Game Developers Conference and Dreamforce.
Nevada
- **Las Vegas Convention Center**: Located in Las Vegas, this center is one of the largest in the world, with 2.5 million square feet of exhibit space. It hosts high-profile events such as the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) and the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show.
- **Reno-Sparks Convention Center**: Situated in Reno, this center offers 500,000 square feet of exhibit space. It hosts a variety of events, including the Reno Rodeo and the National Championship Air Races.
