Where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Chesapeake Bay, Virginia Beach brings a fresh perspective to business meetings and conventions. Pairing the energy of a vibrant coastal destination with the amenities and resources that planners need for success, Virginia Beach sets the stage for events that feel both productive and inspiring.
With 38 miles of beaches, an inviting Oceanfront, flexible venues and a strong hospitality community, it’s easy to blend productive meetings with moments attendees will remember long after the agenda wraps up.
Whether planning an executive retreat, association conference or large-scale conventions, meeting in Virginia Beach offers an appealing balance of business and leisure, giving planners the flexibility to build an event that feels purposeful, engaging and distinctly connected to the destination.
World-Class Venues Set the Stage
Whether your event calls for a grand ballroom, an executive setting or an intimate backdrop with a water view, Virginia Beach offers a variety of spaces that help planners shape an event around their group’s size, style and goals, from expansive conference spaces to venues that embrace the city’s coastal charm.
Less than a mile from the Oceanfront and designed for conferences, trade shows and large-scale events, the LEED Gold-certified Virginia Beach Convention Center anchors the city’s meeting offerings with more than 250,000 square feet of flexible event space, including 150,000 square feet of column-free space.
In addition, a choice of modern hotels and resorts provide convenient options for groups looking to keep accommodations and programming under one roof. And beyond traditional meeting spaces, groups can take advantage of unique venues such as the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, the Military Aviation Museum or The Dome by Rutter Mills for special receptions, dinners and off-site gatherings.
Team Building from Day to Night
Beyond the boardroom, groups can enjoy the best of the shore by savoring fresh local cuisine, outdoor adventures, arts and cultural experiences and opportunities to connect on the water. Team-building activities include boat tours and nature hikes, exploring the 3-mile-long Boardwalk, discovering a local craft beverage scene or taking in a live performance or art walk to add even more possibilities for customized itineraries.
From relaxed waterfront networking to active group adventures, these shared experiences provide a natural extension of the meeting itself and give attendees more opportunities to connect with one another and with Virginia Beach.
Meetings Made Simple
Planners know that a successful meeting starts well before attendees arrive, and Virginia Beach helps make the process seamless from initial planning to event execution and wrap-up. A dedicated Convention Sales team serves as an experienced resource, assisting with venue and hotel selection, local connections, services and destination expertise.
Convenient transportation options via car, train or air (Norfolk International Airport is less than 20 miles away) provide easy access for attendees, while 13,000 citywide accommodations, from Oceanfront resorts to Town Center business hotels, offers a range of venues for all budgets.
The result is a meeting destination that combines convenience and value with knowledgeable support amid a welcoming vacation destination, allowing planners to spend less time managing logistics and more time creating an experience attendees will appreciate for years to come.
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