Convention Centers
Convention center space
187,700 sq. ft.
Largest room space
45,000 sq. ft.
Largest exhibit space
110,000 sq. ft.
Planning an Event in Peoria
Welcome to Cvent's Meeting and Event Planning Guide to Peoria, a city guide for meeting professional
Peoria at a glance
Average hotel room cost
USD 97
Average meal cost
USD 30
Largest hotel
400 rooms
Total hotels
21
Total rooms
4,000
Number of convention centers
1
Convention center space
900,000 sq. ft.
Largest convention room
110,000 sq. ft.
Highlights of Peoria
1. Ideal Location
With annual festivals, professional sports teams, golf courses, a thriving economy, strong arts scene and picturesque natural beauty, Peoria is also a microcosm of America itself. Home to Native Americans for more than 12,000 years, Peoria became the first European settlement in Illinois.
2. Arts & Culture
Peoria has been known as a theatre town going back to its roots as an original vaudeville destination when the phrase “Will it play in Peoria” was first brought into fashion. The phrase has stuck, and performing arts is a mainstay in our social scene today.
3. Culinary Scene
You can tell a good restaurant by where the locals go! The Peoria area has no shortage of restaurants for you to try, and many have become very popular not only with visitors but by those living here as well. No matter what you’re in the mood for, you’ll find plenty on the menu to excite you!