VisitGreenvilleSC

Why Greenville, SC?

A unique blend of Southern charm and contemporary cool have people talking about Greenville – it’s no wonder Conde Nast Traveler named it as one of the "Best Small Cities in the U.S.” in 2022. It's easy to see why more and more planners are considering Greenville for their next event. Greenville offers a convenient southeast location, award-winning downtown, diverse meeting venues, 10,000+ sleeping rooms, 10 full-service hotels, and a burgeoning food scene. GSP International Airport is a short 15-minute drive from downtown and features 100+ total daily nonstop departures and arrivals to 17 different airports. Located halfway between Charlotte and Atlanta with easy access to I-85 and I-26, Greenville is an accessible drive destination for meetings. LARGE-SCALE MEETINGS / CITYWIDE EVENTS Greenville’s two major venues, Greenville Convention Center and Bon Secours Wellness Arena, accommodate corporate events, trade shows, conferences and conventions of every size. the Greenville Convention Center is one of the Southeast’s largest and most accommodating facilities. With 280,000 square feet of continuous exhibit space and 60,000 square feet of meeting, ballroom, and conference space. Offering the ultimate atmosphere for concerts, devotionals, corporate and community events, and more, The Bon Secours Wellness Arena (BSWA) is one of the Southeast’s premier sports and entertainment facilities. Conveniently located downtown with ample seating and a capacity of 15,000. SMALL & MID-SIZE MEETINGS & EVENTS Greenville is the perfect destination for corporate retreats, team-building outings, and small events. With 100+ hotels representing 48 national hotel brands and 110+ unique off-site venues, Greenville has the accommodations and functional spaces to suit any budget. At VisitGreenvilleSC, our award-winning Group Sales and Destination Experience (DE) teams are true partners in planning your event. From your first inquiry to your final attendee's departure, we’re here to provide complimentary planning and support services, competitive meeting offers, and the insider knowledge of a passionate and trusted team. - Jonathan Brashier - VP, Meetings, Conventions & Events - Rebecca Mittleman - Director of Sales: Corporate Market - Lori Dobbins - National Sales Manager: SMERF Market - Melissa Eardley - National Sales Manager: Association / Government Markets - Kayla Adams - National Sales Manager: Sports - Kate Moore - Sales Support Manager - Nancy Breede - Sales Support Manager - Brittany Doucett-Stevens - Meetings, Conventions & Events Coordinator - Michelle Guevara - Director of Destination Experiences - Gladys Sosa Jones - Event Experiences Manager