Who we are
The Austin Convention Center is redefining what’s possible for events, meetings, and festivals. Reopening in 2028—just in time for the 2029 Spring Festivals—our all-new facility will be the world’s first Zero Carbon Certified convention center, setting a bold standard for innovation, sustainability, and Austin pride. With 620,000 square feet of rentable space, including 70,000 square feet outdoors, the center is designed to host everything from intimate gatherings to major conventions. Inside, guests will experience flexible exhibit halls, high-tech meeting rooms, elegant ballrooms, and dramatic pre-function spaces with mass timber ceilings—all built to inspire.
We’re not just building a venue—we’re building the future of events.
History
In 1990, Austin was missing a key piece of infrastructure to host about half a million guests throughout the year. With the city’s increasing popularity as a tourist destination, this matter became a chief concern. The Neal Kocurek Memorial Austin Convention Center was the solution. The city added the Convention Center in 1992, expanding the city’s enterprise arm to raise funds for public need.
Sustainability
We are a USGBC LEED® Gold EB certified venue running on 100 percent renewable energy from Austin Energy’s Green Choice Program. Our team has also diverted 50 percent of all waste generated from landfills with an extensive recycling, reuse, composting program.
Mission Statement
The central mission of the Austin Convention Center Department is to provide outstanding event facilities and services to our customers, so they can have a positive experience.
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Our PRIDE guides us in hosting citywide conventions and conferences that help shape Austin every day, keeping the city moving forward.
Public Service & Engagement - We will partner with one another and with our community to provide the best service possible.
Responsibility & Accountability - We take responsibility for achieving results and hold ourselves accountable for our actions.
Innovation & Sustainability - We actively seek out good ideas that have a lasting, positive impact on our work, our community and our environment.
Diversity & Inclusion - We recognize and respect a variety of perspectives, experiences, and approaches that will help us achieve our organizational goals.
Ethics & Integrity - Our actions will maintain the trust and confidence of the public and the organization.
“Our members love coming to Austin. They attend sessions all day and take advantage of the entertainment and diverse cuisines in downtown Austin in the evenings. There are activities for families which include museums, movies, shopping, exercising, and more. For the athletic enthusiast, there are plenty of trails to follow. Visit Austin!”
- Cindy Kirby, Texas Association of Secondary School Principals; 2018 TASSP Summer Workshop
Learn More
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Plan
Start planning your dream event in the heart of Austin, Texas. It is the perfect setting for what you have in mind.
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Accessibility
A place for everyone. Ramps, scooters, automatic doors, and mothers rooms, all making your time here easier.
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Attend
Welcome visitors! See everything brought to life when you visit the Convention Center District.
