Why Choose Our Destination?
Upon arriving in Bourbon City at the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, a quick 10-minute drive will lead you to the heart of downtown to experience Bourbon City’s unique brand of Southern hospitality, Urban Bourbon Experience, one-of-a-kind attractions, and rich culinary scene.
Within the walkable downtown area visitors will find two entertainment districts, a gaming center, iconic museums and attractions, a riverfront park, 6,889 hotel rooms, 120 restaurants, and the Kentucky International Convention Center.
You’ll also find bourbon on every block surrounding the center. Distilleries, brand outposts, tasting rooms, speakeasies and bourbon shops abound. Whether you take an immersive distillery tour or craft cocktail class, or simply enjoy Louisville’s official cocktail, the Old Fashioned, it’s a delight to soak up the city’s rich bourbon culture.
Your attendees will also love our award-winning restaurant scene and the thrill of visiting iconic attractions like Churchill Downs, the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, and the Muhammad Ali Center.
To learn more about meeting in Bourbon City, visit GoToLouisville.com/Meet.
Venue Details
Hotels200
Convention center200,125 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms23,442
Guest rooms at 1 hotel1,310
Special event venues39
Average room rate$102.00
Occupancy rate-
Restaurants2,500
Daily food cost$61.00
Tax rate6%
Venue typeCVB
Awards
Cvent awards
Venue Highlights
Discover LouisvilleGetting Here
Louisville is easy to get to and hard to leave. It is located within a day's drive of over half the U.S. population via major interstates I-71, I-64 and I-65.
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, located 6 miles from downtown, offers nearly 100 daily flights and services all major airlines.
Distance from airport
7 mi from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport
Distance from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport airport 7 mi
Location
Local Attractions
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
Museum
4 blks
The Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, is a museum and factory tour attraction located in Louisville, Kentucky's "Museum Row", part of the West Main District of downtown. The museum showcases the story of Louisville Slugger baseball bats in baseball and in American history.
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Old Forester Distillery
Recreation
3 blks
Bourbon distillery, cooperage and cocktail experience on historic Whiskey Row.
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Michter's Fort Nelson Distillery
Recreation
5 blks
Located t in the heart of downtown Louisville, Michter’s Fort Nelson Distillery has guided tours and tastings to learn about their “Cost Be Damned” approach to producing the highest quality American whiskeys.
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Big Four Bridge
Recreation
1 mi
Pedestrian-only bridge from Louisville's downtown Waterfront Park to charming Southern Indiana.
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Churchill Downs
Recreation
4 mi
Experience live racing at the historic home of the Kentucky Derby during the Spring, September and Fall meets.
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Angel's Envy Distillery
Recreation
8 blks
Industrial-chic venue and bourbon distillery with a hip vibe offering tours by reservation, cocktail classes & tastings.
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Muhammad Ali Center
Museum
4 blks
Guided by Muhammad Ali's six core principles, the Muhammad Ali Center features an interactive museum, educational programming, and special events to inspire young adults and adults to pursue greatness in their own lives, communities and countries.
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Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co.
Recreation
6 blks
Urban Bourbon distillery in downtown Louisville
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Evan Williams Bourbon Experience
Museum
3 blks
Local spirits producer offering guided tours & samples in polished surrounds with a souvenir shop.
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Belle of Louisville
Recreation
3 blks
River cruises on-board the historic Belle of Louisville.
401 W. River Rd.
Louisville, KY, US 40202
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Nearby vendors
LMS Brandz
Multi-city
LMS Brandz is a full-service agency specializing in trade show merchandise and much more. From booth giveaways and branded apparel to executive gifting, displays, banners, signage, fulfillment, logistics, shipping, along with e-commerce solutions we handle it all.
While there are many promotional companies to choose from, our 20+ years of industry experience and commitment to exceptional customer service set us apart. We deliver smart, reliable solutions designed to make the end-user experience seamless from start to finish.
We are also a certified WOSB.
Amenities/Gifting
Logistics/Decor
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Topgolf
Multi-city
We’re a sports entertainment complex that features an inclusive, high-tech golf game that everyone can enjoy. Paired with an outstanding food and beverage menu, climate-controlled hitting bays and music, every Topgolf has an energetic hum that you can feel right when you walk through the door.
Activity
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Howl at the Moon
Multi-city
Get ready for the most unique nightlife experience in the country! Come sing, dance and howl as the most versatile and talented musicians perform your favorite songs from 80’s rock, 90’s pop and today’s dance hits on pianos, guitars and more in a high-energy show!
Whether you are celebrating a special occasion (birthday party, bachelorette party, bachelor party, Happy Hour or corporate event) or want a fun night out, Howl at the Moon is the perfect spot for you. Check out your closest Howl at the Moon location for upcoming events and specials.
Restaurant/Bar
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AV Chicago Show Ready Productions
Multi-city
Show Ready Productions is a leading national event production services provider. AV Chicago is a division of Show Ready focusing in the mid-west and Chicagoland areas. With our combined resources we are your partner for your events from start to finish. Our team is dedicated to making sure we begin with your vision and leave you and your attendees inspired by the experience.
Logistics/Decor
Preferred staff
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Red Oak Meetings & Events
Multi-city
At Red Oak, we take our meetings seriously—detailed, thorough, and no fluff. We provide the tools and expertise needed to ensure your meeting goes off without a hitch. From site visits, expo management, drayage, and registration to transportation, hosted off-site events, and tours, we can assist with every aspect of your meeting. Our meeting planners have access to the most up-to-date technology, allowing them to provide real-time updates and superior content to attendees throughout any meeting or conference.
Red Oak is a full-service meeting and planning company that will be your dedicated partner throughout the entire process. Call us today to get started!
Activity
Hired Entertainment
Logistics/Decor
Preferred staff
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Sandbox VR
Multi-city
Experience the world’s most advanced virtual reality at Sandbox VR. This full-body, immersive gaming experience transports groups into new worlds together. Survive a zombie apocalypse, compete in Squid Game, enter the world of Stranger Things, blast into space, and more! At Sandbox VR, you’re not just throwing a party, you’re living one that you and your guests will actually remember. Gather your squad, pick your world, and let us handle the rest. Whether you're celebrating a milestone, bonding with your team, or throwing the kind of party people talk about, we've got something for everybody.
Activity
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Landry's Dining Brands
Multi-city
Landry's, Inc., is a privately held American multi-brand dining, hospitality, entertainment, and gaming corporation headquartered in Houston, Texas. Landry's, Inc., owns and operates more than 600 restaurants, hotels, casinos, and entertainment destinations in 35 U.S. states and the District of Columbia.
Restaurant/Bar
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Hermes Worldwide, Inc.
Multi-city
Hermes provides private luxury ground transportation for luxury hotel guests, weddings, team sports, youth and church groups, concerts, ski resorts, conventions, and meetings and events.
Transportation
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PullSpark
Multi-city
YOUR MESSAGE, MADE MEMORABLE. ON SCREEN, ON STAGE.
We're the creatives you hire, when you want dreamers and doers. From concept to execution, to lights, ready, action. We take care of everything.
Hired Entertainment
Logistics/Decor
Preferred staff
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Joshua's Limousine Service
Multi-city
Since 1995, Joshua’s Worldwide has transformed transportation through uncompromising attention to detail. Founded by Gary and Belinda McKeon with just six vehicles, we’ve grown into a premier transportation service with a fleet of 35+ vehicles and over 50 dedicated team members.
Our commitment goes beyond transportation – we provide an experience. From casino shuttles to corporate events, weddings to leisure tours, we deliver first-class service with:
24/7 live customer support
Rigorous chauffeur training and background checks
GPS tracking and flight monitoring
Impeccable safety standards
Partnerships with world-class organizations
We don’t just move you from point A to point B – the team at Joshua’s Worldwide creates memorable journeys tailored to your needs. Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, Joshua’s Worldwide ensures your transportation is comfortable, safe, and exceptional.
Transportation
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Convention Centers
Kentucky International Convention CenterWe are LEED Silver Certified offering 52 modern meeting rooms, 200k sq. ft. exhibit hall, large pre-function areas featuring modern glass facades overlooking Louisville’s cityscape matched with top-tier exhibit space and expandable meeting rooms.
Exhibit Space200,000 sq. ft.
Total meeting space569,528 sq. ft.
Guest rooms 1 mi. from convention center6,000
Kentucky Exposition CenterYour event is center-stage at the Kentucky Exposition Center. We offer 1.2 million square feet of contiguous meeting space to serve events small to large and commit to providing an exceptional experience when working with our staff. There are 56 fle
Exhibit Space1,200,000 sq. ft.
Total meeting space30,767,057 sq. ft.
Additional Information
Additional details
Louisville's downtown convention center completed a renovation and expansion in 2018 with over 200,000 square feet of contiguous meeting space, 52 meeting rooms, a 40,000 square foot ballroom, a 125-seat tiered conference theater, LEED Silver Certification, GBAC STAR Accreditation and a beautiful destination experience driven design.
Louisville Tourism Frequently Asked Questions
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Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Louisville Tourism's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
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Does Louisville Tourism have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
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Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Louisville Tourism and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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If applicable, could you please provide a link to Louisville Tourism's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety
Were practices at Louisville Tourism developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does Louisville Tourism clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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