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Greater Fort Lauderdale / Broward County Convention Center

1950 Eisenhower Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA, 33316
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Greater Fort Lauderdale/ Broward County Convention Center's $1.3 billion expansion offers meeting planners endless possibilities. -1.2 Million sq ft of space including 350,000 sq ft of exhibit space, a 65K waterfront ballroom, 6-acre outdoor tropical plaza, and 801-room headquarter hotel OMNI Fort Lauderdale. -The Exhibit Hall divides into (3) sections, there are (5) ballrooms and (45) meeting rooms that can be configured in a variety of ways to meet the needs of any group. -The conference and meeting space are located throughout the three levels of expansive architecture and distinctive décor. -Proud to be one of the first LEED Gold Certified Convention Centers in the county, which includes saving water and energy, increasing recycling and waste diversion efforts, and conducting sustainable purchasing. -Known as the "Venice of America", the venue offers panoramic water views through a soaring glass wall of the cruise port and the waterway. -Phase two of the East the expansion will be complete in the fall of 2025. **HOTEL INFORMATION** The Convention & Visitors Bureau offers a partnership with several hotels located within a short distance to the Convention Center to provide over 3,000 hotel rooms. Participating hotels include the 801-room Convention Center connected headquarter hotel OMNI Fort Lauderdale, Hilton Marina, Renaissance, Pier Sixty-Six, Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, B Ocean, Embassy Suites, and the Hyatt Place, Holiday Inn and many more.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built-
Renovated2025
Total meeting space556,858 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms-
Venue typeConvention center

Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • View (ocean or water)
  • View (urban)

Facilities

  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Business services

  • AV capabilities
  • Video conference

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Jun 12, 2026 - Apr 30, 2035

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Shoulder season
Low season
Aug 01 - Sep 01

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
556,858 sq. ft.
Largest room
121,211 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
50
Second largest room
113,448 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
350,000 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
Available
Space (outdoor)
261,000 sq. ft.

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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Theater
Classroom
840 sq. ft.
30 x 29 sq. ft.
14 ft.
72
-
60
72
54
561 sq. ft.
22 x 27 sq. ft.
12 ft.
53
-
40
53
36
121,211 sq. ft.
425 x 280 sq. ft.
35 ft.
5800
-
5800
--
790 sq. ft.
32 x 24 sq. ft.
12 ft.
98
-
60
98
60
2,848 sq. ft.
50 x 59 sq. ft.
15 ft.
298
-
180
298
174
1,508 sq. ft.
29 x 52 sq. ft.
12 ft.
133
-
110
133
84
790 sq. ft.
31 x 24 sq. ft.
12 ft.
73
-
40
73
45
1,508 sq. ft.
29 x 52 sq. ft.
12 ft.
133
-
110
133
84
920 sq. ft.
33 x 29 sq. ft.
14 ft.
87
-
60
87
54

Location

Getting Here

Interstate North or South Florida Turnpike or I-95. Exit I-595 East to US-1 North (Federal Highway). US-1 (Federal Highway) to SE 17th Street (East). Follow SE 17th Street to Eisenhower Blvd (South). The Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center main entrance is SE 20th Street. Fort Lauderdale – Hollywood Airport US-1 North (Federal Highway) to SE 17th Street (East). Follow SE 17th Street to Eisenhower Blvd (South). The Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center main entrance is SE 20th Street. US-1 (Federal Highway) North or South US-1 (Federal Highway) to SE 17th Street (East). Follow SE 17th Street to Eisenhower Blvd (South). The Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center main entrance is SE 20th Street. A1A Highway South A1A South turns into SE 17th Street. Follow SE 17th Street to Eisenhower Blvd (South). The Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center main entrance is SE 20th Street. A1A Highway North A1A North to East Dania Beach Boulevard. East Dania Beach Boulevard US-1 North (Federal Highway).US-1 North to SE 17th Street (East). Follow SE 17th Street to Eisenhower Blvd (South). The Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center main entrance is SE 20th Street.
Distance from airport 3 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
Valet parking
Bus parking

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**INTERACTIVE FLOORPLAN** https://tour.panoee.net/bccc-test/6414b58fd0f6bc324f9cfdf8 **AWARDS** LEED Existing Building Gold, Prime Site Award, World's Top Convention Center, Top 25 Convention & Weekly Sites, AUSA Citation for Exceptional Service, and honors from Meetings and Conventions Magazine, Trade Show Executive Magazine, and South Florida Business Journal. **MEETING SPACE TECH FEATURES** -Fiber-optic, Cat 5 and Cat 6 infrastructure throughout the facility; six and 12 strand fiber-optic backbone. -Ethernet connections in meeting rooms, exhibit spaces and lobby areas; high-speed internet access via a MetroEthernet Circuit (250 MBPS). -LAN data speeds at 250 MBPS and up to 1 GBPS; onsite internet support and 24/7 network monitoring provided in House. -Event network design assistance available (individual LANs and VPNs connect floor-to-floor, room-to-room and booth-to-booth). -Video conferencing capabilities (two-way video can be placed anywhere within the facility and connected to one or more locations). -Audio & recording capabilities; computerized multiple line information displays are available throughout the facility. -High-speed Wi-Fi is available for purchase. -Reliable cell service throughout. **MARKETING SERVICES** -In-house Digital Monitors available for branding, sponsorship and wayfinding. -In-house graphic design and programming capabilities. -Marketing services to include advertising, signage, social media, PR and in-house digital design/programming. -In-house Production, Audio Visual Services. **LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS** -Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport - 3 Miles from the Convention Center. -Fort Lauderdale Beach - 1.5 Miles from Convention Center. -Close to world class dining, shopping, attractions, culture and entertainment. -Transportation Options - Airport, Port Everglades Seaport, Brightline Train, Water Taxi, Trolley, Taxi, Uber/Lyft and more. **EXCLUSIVE PARTNERS** IATSE LOCAL 500: Technical Services EDLEN: Electric EVERLAST PRODUCTIONS: Mechanical Rigging ALLIED UNIVERSAL: Event Security

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Greater Fort Lauderdale / Broward County Convention Center Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Greater Fort Lauderdale / Broward County Convention Center's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
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Does Greater Fort Lauderdale / Broward County Convention Center 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 Greater Fort Lauderdale / Broward County Convention Center 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 Greater Fort Lauderdale / Broward County Convention Center's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety

Were practices at Greater Fort Lauderdale / Broward County Convention Center 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 Greater Fort Lauderdale / Broward County Convention Center 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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