Virginia Beach Convention Center
The Virginia Beach Convention Center stands as a state-of-the-art event facility, distinguished as the nation's first convention center to earn LEED® Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council
. Located minutes from the beach and resort area, this impressive venue combines coastal charm with metropolitan amenities.
Venue Specifications
The facility boasts impressive dimensions and capabilities:
- Over 516,000 gross square feet of total space
- 150,000 square feet of column-free exhibit space
- Nearly 29,000 square feet of meeting space
- Over 31,000 square feet ballroom (one of the largest on the East Coast)
- 2,209 free parking spaces
Amenities and Services
The convention center offers comprehensive facilities including:
- Full AV capabilities with onsite staff
- Business center
- Onsite catering
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Loading dock and staging areas
- Portable walls
- Dance floor and piano
Location and Transportation
Situated in Virginia Beach's oceanfront resort area, the venue is:
- 12.6 miles from the airport
- Minutes from the beach and resort area
- Accessible by bus, taxi, and airport shuttle
- Equipped with complimentary parking and bus parking facilities
Environmental Commitment
The facility demonstrates strong environmental leadership: