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 of that, and more. With a metropolitan downtown area, a state-of-the-art 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 900,000 sq. ft. 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. In addition, there are over 800 hotel rooms in walking distance to and from the Peoria Civic Center.

View our complete Convention and Expo Guide for a list of Convention and Expo facilities in the Peoria Area, square footage, floor plans, photos and other information on a variety of area
meeting spaces. We have the perfect meeting space for you!