Planning an Event in Toledo, OH

The largest convention and meeting facility in Toledo, the Glass City Center is located in the heart of vibrant downtown Toledo. The 125,000-square-foot facility offers 28 fully-appointed meeting rooms, 20,000 square feet of pre-function space, and 75,000 square feet of column-free exhibit space, which is divisible into three distinct halls. This sizable exhibit hall can accommodate 9,000 guests alone and is one of the most versatile event facilities in Toledo. With such a versatile array of meeting options, it's no surprise that the Glass City Center hosts more than 500 events annually, including conventions, industry tradeshows, local consumer shows, concerts and entertainment events. Its open, light-filled design and sprawling square footage allow for easy expansion and movement and provide a welcoming atmosphere for any type of event. Amenities offered include 150 underground parking spaces, 220 parking spaces in an adjoining lot and nearly 6,000 additional parking spaces within easy walking distance of the facility. This Toledo meeting facility also provides a full suite of audio-visual, sound and lighting services, as well as full catering and concessions services. The center is located adjacent to the Hiltons Downtown Toledo hotel and just three blocks from the Renaissance Hotel, which combined offer over 600 guest rooms.

The Huntington Center is Northwest Ohio's premier sports and entertainment complex. In addition to serving as home to the ECHL Walleye Hockey Team, the center also welcomes a number of concerts, tradeshows, community events and more throughout the year. It is also one of the nation's first LEED-certified professional sports arenas, boasting, among other green elements, a 900-square-foot "green wall" on the exterior that uses plant life to help cool the facility by shading its main entrance. One of the largest Toledo meeting facilities, the massive 266,000-square-foot facility features over 8,000 seats as well as 22 suites and two 525-square-foot party suites, perfect for small groups of 16 to 25 guests looking to enjoy a show or game in a private setting. The Huntington Center also offers its Lighthouse Terrace, Dragonfly Terrace, Club Level Lounge and spacious Aquarium for private rentals. Additionally, its 4,248-square-foot Banquet Room can accommodate groups in theater, classroom or banquet style arrangements. AVI the center's exclusive caterer, crafting memorable fare for events of 20 to 200 guests. Parking is available at the Port Lawrence parking garage, attached to the center via skywalk, as well as at various lots and garages surrounding the facility.