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Accommodating – and Appreciating – All Groups
Grand Rapids boasts a wide variety of meeting/conference spaces for groups of every size, budget and interest, throughout the city and the surrounding suburbs of Kent County. All of them are close to excellent hotels and other lodging options. Many hotels throughout the region offer their own meeting spaces for maximum attendee convenience.
Large groups are easily accommodated by downtown’s DeVos Place Convention Center and Van Andel Arena. Options for smaller groups, breakout sessions and special events run the gamut from Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park and LMCU Ballpark to Blandford Nature Center and the Grand Lady Riverboat.
Whatever the size, wherever the venue, every group is accorded the same level of personal attention and support. We are grateful that you’ve chosen Grand Rapids!
Discover the ultimate resource for planning your next meeting by exploring our comprehensive meetings brochure.
Off-site meeting spaces a half mile or less from the convention center
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Offsite conferences already shake up the routine and lend themselves to new ideas and…
Restaurants with meeting space near Grand Rapids' convention campus
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As a meeting planner, it’s a wonderful thing when your convention center has…
Breweries with meeting space near Grand Rapids' convention neighborhood
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If your organization is meeting in Grand Rapids, which has been known as Beer City…
Discover our walkable downtown convention campus located on the Grand River.
Grand Rapids as a top destination for the medical industry
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As home to one of the fastest growing life sciences clusters in the U.S, Grand Rapids is a…
Grand Rapids dinner options a half mile from the convention center
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One of the best things about meeting in Grand Rapids is the abundance of dining options within a…
Breweries with meeting space near Grand Rapids' convention neighborhood
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If your organization is meeting in Grand Rapids, which has been known as Beer City USA since 2012…
The Value of Repeat Customers
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Whether you’re selling widgets or meeting destinations, the cost of acquiring a new customer…
Tips and Benefits of Offsite Meetings
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You know the drill. There's a meeting, there's a budget, and you need to find the most…
Things to Do Near the DeVos Place Convention Center
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One of the many advantages of Grand Rapids’ downtown convention neighborhood is that…
Extend the reach of your event with supplemental web content before and after
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Meeting planners know that the closing speaker is not the end of the experience. With great content…
Shopping Stores Near the Convention Center
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One of the joys of meeting in a new city is the opportunity to explore local shops and discover…
The rise of Grand Rapids as a midsized meeting destination
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Meeting planners are well aware of the cost advantages of midsized cities vs. first-tier meeting…
Lunch Options a Half Mile or Less from the Convention Center
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A lunch break is a great opportunity to explore the culinary scene in downtown Grand Rapids…
FAQ About Sustainable Meetings in Grand Rapids
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Are you looking for a host city that can help you minimize the environmental impact of your next…
Unique meeting locations a short drive from Grand Rapids
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Off-site meetings can be game-changers, and, if you get creative with the location, they can be…
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport makes traveling easy
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When it comes to easy and efficient air travel, the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) in…
Grand Rapids Has a Team of Downtown Ambassadors Ready to Lend a Hand
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A hotel with a strong concierge service is a bonus when planning events, meetings, or conferences…
Grand Rapids breweries within walking distance of the convention center
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Grand Rapids was first dubbed Beer City USA in 2012. Since then, its reputation, and the reason for…
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