Top 5 Reasons Everyone Wants to Meet at Myrtle Beach Convention Center
Fourteen million people can’t be wrong. That’s right, our beloved Myrtle Beach plays host to 14 million visitors each year, and it’s not simply for our famous Southern hospitality, though that probably is a factor. As one of the Southeast’s most popular destinations for meetings, conferences, trade shows, athletic events and concerts, we are proud to welcome you not only to the Myrtle Beach Convention Center, but to our community.
Our facility was made for meetings and conventions. From simple, straight-forward events to lavish, mind-blowing extravaganzas, the Myrtle Beach Convention Center has done it all, and stands ready to make your next gathering an occasion to remember.
On the fence about whether we’re the right venue for you? Here are the top five reasons to meet at Myrtle Beach Convention Center.
1. Location Is Everything
With a town motto of “Where Happiness Comes in Waves,” why wouldn’t you want to visit us? Not only do we have more than 60 miles of beaches, known as The Grand Strand, but our average temperature comes in at a mild 74 degrees.When visiting Myrtle Beach, you can expect smiling faces and abundant sunshine year-round, making any season the right one to host your event. With pristine beaches, almost 100 golf courses, the Myrtle Beach SkyWheel, and, our must-see 1.2-mile boardwalk and promenade, it’s a great place to be outside before or after your meeting. Baseball and NASCAR fans will enjoy close proximity to the Myrtle Beach Pelicans and Myrtle Beach Speedway. Plus, there are incredible open-air entertainment options such as Family Kingdom Amusement Park and Broadway at the Beach for attendees to spend their leisure time.
However, for those who prefer to stay out of the sun or aren’t enticed by our “Golf Capital of the World” status, we’re also one of the largest shopping destinations in the Southeast. Broadway at the Beach, Barefoot Landing and The Market Common are only a few of our favorite retail outlets. Of course, if your attendees decide to spend their free time in the Ripley’s Aquarium, The Carolina Opry, one of our many spas, or taking advantage of our world-famous South Carolina cuisine, we wouldn’t blame them.
All of these options and more are just a short drive from the Myrtle Beach Convention Center, and you’ll be hard-pressed to find a more beautiful and affordable city for your next conference.
2. Venue Envy
Only three miles from the airport and 70 miles off I-95, the Myrtle Beach Convention Center is a convenient destination for your attendees. We also tempt you with an ideal downtown location, only two blocks from the ocean and in the heart of the entertainment district. The fact that we’re minutes from beaches, the performing arts, golf, nightlife, shopping, sports and restaurants is one of the many reasons meeting planners not only choose our venue, but return year after year.Once you arrive on-site, you’ll notice over 2,000 parking spaces with overflow nearby. Your guests have taken time out of their schedules to participate in your event, so they shouldn’t have to take more time finding parking. We make it easy.
Besides our gorgeous building and campus, the other façade that will immediately grab your attention is our adjacent hotel, the Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel. With 400 rooms and almost 1,000 four-star reviews from previous guests, your event-goers can enjoy the comfort and convenience that comes with staying on our property. We bet they’ll also enjoy the on-site restaurant and floor-to-ceiling windows as well.
3. Flexible Meeting Space
As one of the largest event venues on the East Coast, we offer 250,000-sq.-ft. of flexible meeting space to accommodate your every need.Bathed in natural light, the first thing attendees will experience is our stunning lobby and lobby corridor. It’s the perfect way to make your guests feel welcome and transition them into your capable hands.
Hosting something big? We have a 100,800-sq.-ft. exhibition hall that is column-free, and can be divided into three sections. With 35-ft. ceilings, dedicated docks and drive-in access to each hall, and telescopic seating for 3,000 in Exhibit Hall C, whatever you imagine can be brought to life.
The Grand Ballroom is perfect for sit down dinners, galas and large meetings. Its 24-ft. ceilings and almost 17,000-sq.-ft. of space give you a beautiful, versatile and purposeful room to make your own. Coupled with 17 functional meeting rooms that seat 10 to 200, and your conference needs are met.
Looking for something extra special? The 30,000-sq.-ft. Events Plaza is unparalleled for outdoor events like receptions, oyster roasts and barbecues. Your attendees won’t be able to resist this picturesque, al fresco setting. However, don’t forget about the glass-enclosed South Carolina Hall of Fame area, which is breathtaking at sunset.
4. A Team to Help You Plan
Who couldn’t use an extra pair of hands to help them execute a flawless event? With our expertise, guidance and desire to exceed your expectations, we can assist you in creating an experience to remember.Our team is here to help you every step of the way, from concept to day-of and beyond, our world-class event planners can become an essential part of your team. We can even help you find entertainment and décor to literally set the stage for your special event.
By partnering with the Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel, we can also take reservations off of your plate. Mobile check-in and a link for reserving come standard, but additionally, the hotel can make reservations for guests, and even let you know who’s reserved and when they’re arriving.
And we hope you won’t need it, but trained professionals such as electricians and plumbers are on-call should a crisis arise during the event.
5. Services and Amenities
Sometimes it’s the little touches that make your job easier and make your attendees say, “Wow!” We specialize in those kinds of details.Let’s talk about everyone’s favorite subject: food. On-site concessions provide a wide variety of delicious quick-service refreshments and light meals. From breakfast to snacks to lunch and dinner, no one needs to go hungry on our watch. Guests will also find water stations every 30 feet in the convention hall because they’ll probably be thirsty after getting in all those steps. And all catering is handled by the Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel. Their extraordinary team can create custom menus, mind dietary restrictions, and even craft a themed, Instagram-worthy affair.
Tech is probably on your mind as well. Our state-of-the art facility offers audio visual equipment rentals and facilitation. Additionally, we have Wifi and an ISDN network throughout, as well as professionals to assist from beginning to end.
You can feel safe and secure during your time with us. With 24/7 security personnel and video-monitoring systems, we keep an eye out for you and your attendees so you can enjoy the event.
If for some reason we don’t have exactly what you need, we can provide a list of preferred partners to make the event planning process as smooth as possible.
