Plan Your Meeting

Where Midwestern hospitality meets metropolitan amenities at affordable prices.

Looking for an unforgettable meeting destination that offers both convenience and incredible value? Look no further. The Peoria Area offers all that, and more. With a metropolitan downtown area, an innovative convention center, international airport and affordable, accessible amenities, your meeting will play in Peoria - the perfect destination for your next meeting or convention!

Set in the scenic Illinois River valley, our communities are picturesque and full of fun. From natural beauty to outdoor recreation, authentic cultural experiences, distinctive restaurants, attractions and accommodations, your guests will love Peoria and it's just a short drive from St. Louis or Chicago. 

Our convention center, the Peoria Civic Center, now boasts over 110,000 sq. ft. of prime
exhibit space following a recent $55 million expansion! It offers the services, space and
amenities necessary to make your event a success.
For complete dimensions, layout and specifics of this premiere facility, click the brochure icon on the right. 

  Click on the Convention and Expo Guide icon to the right for square footage, floor plans, photos and other information on a variety of area meeting space available
to you in the Peoria Area. We have the perfect meeting space for you!

Quick Facts:
Area Rooms: 4,000+
Walkable from Peoria Civic Center: 800+

 

Nearest Airport: Downing International Airport
8 non-stop flights to major destinations  

$65 million upgrade

 

Major Meeting Facility: Peoria Civic Center

900,000 sq. ft 

110,000 prime exhibit space

 

27,000 sq. ft. Carpeted, Divisible Grand Ballroom

12,000 seat Arena

2200 seat Theatre

in-house catering

Peoria Area Photos