These days, conference and convention centers are stepping up the amenities they offer. Gone are the days of cavernous spaces and dull surroundings in remote locations. Now you can expect to find greater flexibility, superior technology options, more convenient locations, and sustainable practices that translate into cost savings for you. Whether you’re planning a large convention, a trade show, or a general meeting with small breakout sessions, look to these Colorado conference and convention centers to be the life of your party:
Location: Nestled in the Rocky Mountains, Keystone Resort + Conference Center is located in Summit County, just a short, scenic drive from Denver.
Event Space: More than 100,000 square feet of exhibit, function, and meeting space makes Keystone the largest conference site in the Colorado Rockies. The Center features three ballrooms and fifty flexible meeting rooms, accommodating from 10 to 2,000 guests. Accommodations: The Inn at Keystones invites guests to relax in comfy guest rooms and one-bedroom suites with stunning mountain views. Conveniently located with walk-to access to the mountain in winter and miles of biking/hiking trails in the summer.
Amenities: Rooftop hot tub offers a great way to relax after hours. Casual onsite dining at the Inn’s Black Bear Grill with spectacular patio area. Year-round activities make downtime, fun time. Don’t forget to check out the 2 championship golf courses, downhill mountain biking, horseback riding, wagon rides, snow tubing, mountaintop yoga, skiing, snowboarding, tubing, ice skating and sleigh rides while you’re there.
Location: Conference + Event Services, UD is conveniently located on the picturesque University of Denver campus which is approximately 40 minutes from the Denver International Airport.
Event Space: Multiple summer conference facilities allow for as many as 400 guests. From large auditoriums to more intimate community rooms, the Governor’s Ballroom to the Gallery, the venues offer ideal gathering space for banquets, conferences, or meetings.
Accommodations: Five on-campus residence halls offer comfortable lodging options with lounges, nearby dining hall, and ample parking. For those who prefer to stay off-campus, there are multiple hotel options including Courtyard by Marriot Denver, Fairfield Inn + Suites, and Hyatt Place Denver, all within ten miles of UD.
Amenities: There’s no end to what you can do in Denver in your down time! The Mile-High City attracts thousands of visitors each year to its bustling metropolitan area with downtown amusement parks, fascinating museums, brewery tours, shopping, nightlife, and festivals.
Location: The multi-purpose, state-of-the-art Colorado Convention Center is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Denver. It is well-known as one of the most practical and “user-friendly” meeting facilities.
Event Space: The Colorado Convention Center has 584,000 square feet of exhibit space on one level, 63 meeting rooms with 100,000 square feet of space, the 35,000 square-foot Four Seasons Ballroom, the 50,000-square foot Mile High Ballroom, and the 5,000 seat Bellco Theater, plus outdoor terraces that offer extraordinary views of the Rocky Mountains.
Accommodations: Because the Convention Center is centrally located, there are a host of options for lodging, including the nearby Hilton Garden Inn Denver Downtown, Le Méridien Denver Downtown, and the Embassy Suites Denver-Downtown/Convention Center.
Amenities: Centerplate Catering provides fresh, innovative menus with quality presentation and professional staff for any Convention Center Event. And of course, Denver offers visitors a wide range of things to do in their free time, including the 16th Street Mall, the Colorado Symphony Orchestra, The Denver Center for the Performing Arts, and even Taste of Denver Food Tours.
Location: At the crossroads of Interstate 25 and US Highway 50, the Pueblo Convention Center is conveniently close to the Colorado Springs Airport and the Pueblo Memorial Airport.
Event Space: Featuring 21,000 square feet of flexible and dynamic meeting spaces with multiple Grand Halls, meeting rooms, pavilion, and pre-function lounge to accommodate meetings and events of most any size.
Accommodations: The 166-room Courtyard by Marriot is attached to the Center, making it easy for guests to come and go in comfort. Additionally, there is a 105-room SpringHill Suites by Marriot hotel located just across the street from the Convention Center.
Amenities: Pueblo is a diverse community brimming with history and culture. Visitors will enjoy the El Pueblo History Museum, the Pueblo Zoo, the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo, Lake Pueblo State Park, and much, much more.
Location: Breckenridge’s premier conference center, Beaver Run Resort + Conference Center is nestled at the base of Peak 9 of Breckenridge Ski Resort.
Event Space: There are no ordinary meetings here because the meeting spaces are extraordinary. More than 40,000 square feet and four levels of versatile meeting space for groups of 10 to over 1,000. The Center features 26 meeting rooms, plus three ballrooms, one with floor to ceiling views of the Rocky Mountains and Peak 9. Meeting space allows access to outdoor decks and patios.
Accommodations: The property invites guest to enjoy the full-service resort with 515 slopeside guest accommodations including hotel rooms, open layout studios, one- and two-bedroom condos, and large executive and specialty suites.
Amenities: The resort features on-site restaurants and bars, indoor/outdoor pools, fitness facility, spa, hot tubs/sauna, arcade and mini golf course, and tennis courts for active free time. The luxurious Spa at Beaver Run will help restore and refresh after a long day.
Location: Tucked away in the Colorado Springs wilderness, the historic Broadmoor has been a popular year-round destination since 1918.
Event Space: Boasting 185,000 square feet of innovative event space and spectacular outdoor venues, the Broadmoor also offers technology-rich meeting spaces, a professional staff of event planners, and AV experts and support staff to ensure your event is a success.
Accommodations: The Broadmoor is known as a legendary Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond resort delivering impeccable service and distinctive amenities. Exceptional lodging choices include 784 guest rooms, suites, cottages, brownstones, and Estate house, all with elegant touches, plush furnishings, and modern amenities.
Amenities: Combining European elegance with authentic adventures and activities year-round, visitors will enjoy everything from horseback riding to guided hikes along scenic mountain trails, rock climbing to fly fishing, golf, spa tennis, swimming, and shopping.
Location: Located just 75 miles west of Denver, Copper Mountain Resort sits in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.
Event Space: A variety of meeting and event spaces are available at the resort, including the Conference Center with 15,568 square feet of dedicated meeting space. In the East Village, Copper Station has two floors of flexible functional space with views of the Super Bee Lift, Copper Creek Golf Course, and Sky Chutes. Floor to ceiling windows provide ample light and stunning views. Pine Rooms at Village square deliver privacy and flexibility for groups of up to 280.
Accommodations: A variety of lodging options welcome individuals and groups at three distinct villages that are just steps from chairlifts, restaurants, retail shops, activities, and nightlife. With more than 88 properties from which to choose, including lodges, townhomes, and inns, you’re sure to find accommodations to suit every taste and budget.
Amenities: On-mountain activities abound with free mountain tours, tubing hill, and skiing, while in the villages, guests will discover ice skating, Critterland, shopping, dining, and the Copper Mountain Spa.
Location: Located on an expansive mountain property in Steamboat Springs, the Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel + Conference Center is just steps from the Steamboat Ski Resort gondola.
Event Space: Features 17,000 square feet of flexible indoor meeting, banquet, and pre-function space located on one floor of the hotel. The 5,484-square foot ballroom can be divided into three sections, comfortably seating as many as 360 people. Twenty-first century electronics enable high-tech meetings. Four additional meeting rooms for small groups and breakout sessions. Additionally, there are 10,000 square feet of outdoor function space.
Accommodations: Comfortable hotel rooms, cozy studio rooms, condominiums with up to 4 bedrooms, and luxury penthouses with stunning views offer guests everything they could possibly want in one convenient place.
Amenities: No need to ever leave when every amenity is thoughtfully provided, including pool and hot tubs, fitness center, Grand Spa, a variety of services (ski valet, concierge, valet and bell staff, shuttle service), along with retail shops and Grand Ski + Sports.
