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Benton Convention Center

301 West 5th Street, Winston-Salem, NC, USA, 27101
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About us

In July 2017 the Benton Convention Center completed a $20M reinvention of all space. Along with adding 5K square feet of natural lit pre-function space the center also added all-purpose carpet to the lower level Piedmont Halls. The facility boasts a contemporary design with spaces that can be customized to suit your needs--expansive exhibit halls or intimate conference rooms. In addition the center has over 15 pieces of artwork from North Carolina artists. The Benton Center is sure to make a lasting impression on you and your guests. Our facility seats up to 3,000 people theater-style, or accommodates 2,000 for banquets. Spacious, attractive lobby areas are sure to make a great impression during pre-event registration or receptions. Up to 18 meeting rooms are ideal for breakout sessions--allowing our staff to arrange the exact environment you need. Connected to the convention center via climate controlled underground tunnel is the full-service 146 suite Embassy Suites Hotel and the 315 room Marriott Hotel which is underway with a $20M reinvention of all guest rooms and public space. The new Marriott will be unveiled in Summer 2018.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built-
Renovated2017
Total meeting space169,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms319
Venue typeConvention center

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Internet access
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
  • Video conference
  • VIP services
Transportation
  • Bus
  • Taxi
Equipment
  • Dance floor
  • Loading dock
  • Portable walls
  • Staging area

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Oct 01 - Oct 31Nov 01 - Nov 30Apr 01 - Apr 30Sep 01 - Sep 30May 01 - May 31Mar 01 - Mar 31
Shoulder season
Low season
Jan 01 - Jan 31Aug 01 - Aug 31Dec 01 - Dec 30Jul 01 - Jul 31Feb 01 - Feb 28Jun 01 - Jun 30

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
169,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
46,008 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
7
Second largest room
27,708 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
46,000 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
544 sq. ft.
17 x 32 sq. ft.
9 ft.------
18,620 sq. ft.
95 x 196 sq. ft.
16 ft.
1995
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993
1995
993
993
6,984 sq. ft.
291 x 24 sq. ft.
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4,092 sq. ft.
93 x 44 sq. ft.
16 ft.------
1,364 sq. ft.
31 x 44 sq. ft.
16 ft.------
1,364 sq. ft.
31 x 44 sq. ft.
16 ft.------
1,364 sq. ft.
31 x 44 sq. ft.
16 ft.------
10,640 sq. ft.
95 x 112 sq. ft.
16 ft.------
4,464 sq. ft.
93 x 48 sq. ft.
16 ft.------

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
319
Suites
146

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 23 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
Street parking
Bus parking

Local Attractions

Winston-Salem Dash Baseball
Winston-Salem Dash Baseball
Recreation
1 mi
Enjoy a baseball game! The Winston-Salem Dash is the proud Class A-Advanced affiliate of the Chicago White Sox playing in the Carolina League. The club plays its games at beautiful BB&T Ballpark located in Downtown Winston-Salem.
926 Brookstown Ave
Winston-Salem, NC, US 27101
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Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO)
Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO)
Airport
23 mi
Piedmont Triad International Airport (PTIA) is located 23 miles/30 minute drive from downtown Winston-Salem. PTIA is the third busiest airport in North Carolina averaging 280 takeoffs and landings each day. PTIA offers 55 daily non-stop flights.
1000 Ted Johnson Pkwy
Greensboro, NC, US 27409
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Mast General Store
Mast General Store
Shopping
1 blk
Located one block from the Marriott hotel, Mast Store offers a variety of goods from fashion to fried chicken cookbooks and toffee to tents. Our employees are knowledgeable, experienced, and excited about the products we carry and many have crossover interests in several departments. They are happy to provide advice on outdoor gear, fashion accessories, and even cooking tips. The experience that our guests have both in our stores and in our communities is very important to us. As ambassadors, we want to share some of our favorite places to hike, enjoy a meal, or catch some live music. We have fun at work, and we want to share it with our customers and guests.
516 North Trade Street
Winston-Salem, NC, US 27101
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Old Salem
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Historical landmark
1 mi
Old Salem Museums & Gardens is one of America’s most comprehensive history attractions. Its museums—the Historic Town of Salem, the Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts (MESDA), and the Gardens at Old Salem—engage visitors in an educational and memorable historical experience about those who lived and worked in the early South. Old Salem Museums & Gardens is located at 600 South Main Street in Winston-Salem
600 Main Street
Winston-Salem, NC, US 27101
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Downtown Arts District
Downtown Arts District
Shopping
2 blks
Downtown Arts District (DADA) is an eclectic area of downtown located between 5th and 7th and Trade Streets and is filled with a variety of artists, sculptors, photographers, fiber artists, jewelers and more. The Gallery Hop is the first Friday of the month. It is a great event uniting visitors, locals, and artists in a memorable celebration of creativity. Visit the website for more details and for a listing of other events.
604-A North Trade Street
Winston-Salem, NC, US 27101
Foothills Brewery
Foothills Brewery
Nightlife
4 blks
Welcome to the home of Foothills Brewing, one of the largest regional craft breweries in the Southeastern United States. From our home in Winston-Salem North Carolina, we craft quality – we craft good times - we craft happiness!
638 W 4th St.
Winston-Salem, NC, US 27101
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Reynolda House Museum of American Art
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Museum
2 mi
Explore masterpieces of American art in the restored 1917 mansion of R.J. and Katherine Reynolds. Plan to spend the day at the Estate to learn the history of Reynolda and the Reynolds family. You’ll find lots of activities for the whole family.
2250 Reynolda Road
Winston-Salem, NC, US 27104
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ROAR Winston-Salem
ROAR Winston-Salem
Recreation
10 mins
Roar is a classic reborn. Bringing back the joy of the roaring 20's into the 633 N Liberty building in Winston-Salem with fine dining, casual cuisine, and an abundance of games and entertainment across 4 floors. There is something for everyone!
633 N. Liberty Street
Winston-Salem, NC, US 27101
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