About us
The Classic Center is built into the fabric of Downtown Athens, echoing the energy of the college town with its rich music history, outstanding shops, restaurants, and breweries, along with walkable access to hotels, making Athens a winning destination for all types of events and a place that everyone can enjoy. • Northeast Georgia’s premier award-winning convention center, performing arts theatre, covered outdoor pavilion, and new multipurpose arena • Versatile and can hold many events including concerts, family shows, sporting events, community events, conferences, and conventions • In-house facility planner, housing bureau, and registration services • In-house world-renowned caterer, Levy, ready to provide meals for groups of all sizes
Venue Details
Amenities
- AV capabilities
- Furniture
- Furniture (Bring your own)
- Internet access
- Lighting
- Lighting (Bring your own)
- Other decor
- Other decor (Bring your own)
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Table linens
- Table linens (Bring your own)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Piano
- Portable walls
- Staging area
- AV capabilities
- Furniture
- Furniture (Bring your own)
- Internet access
- Lighting
- Lighting (Bring your own)
- Other decor
- Other decor (Bring your own)
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Table linens
- Table linens (Bring your own)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Piano
- Portable walls
- Staging area
Meeting rooms
Meeting rooms
Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
440 Foundry Pavilion | 22,000 sq. ft. - | 16 ft. | 1100 | - | 1100 | - | - | - |
Atrium | 8,400 sq. ft. 84 x 100 sq. ft. | 45 ft. | 500 | - | 400 | 500 | - | - |
Athena Ballroom | 18,000 sq. ft. 160 x 110 sq. ft. | 22 ft. | 1900 | - | 1000 | - | - | 1900 |
Athena Ballroom A-E | 9,000 sq. ft. 79.5 x 110 sq. ft. | 22 ft. | 600 | - | 400 | - | 600 | 350 |
Athena Ballroom F-J | 9,000 sq. ft. 79.5 x 110 sq. ft. | 22 ft. | 650 | - | 420 | - | 650 | 325 |
Athena Ballroom A-D | 4,000 sq. ft. 110 x 36.5 sq. ft. | 22 ft. | 300 | - | 180 | - | 300 | - |
Athena Ballroom A | 1,000 sq. ft. 36.5 x 27.3 sq. ft. | 20 ft. | 75 | - | 50 | 75 | - | - |
Athena Ballroom B | 1,000 sq. ft. 36.5 x 27.3 sq. ft. | 20 ft. | 75 | - | 50 | 75 | - | - |
Athena Ballroom C | 1,000 sq. ft. 36.5 x 27.3 sq. ft. | 20 ft. | 75 | - | 50 | 75 | - | - |
Location
Getting Here
Local Attractions
Nearby vendors
Additional Information
Additional details
We want you to “Be Impressed” during your visit at The Classic Center. Our world-class facilities provide the perfect one-stop shop for your events. • Booking an event with us includes an in-house facility planner, housing bureau, registration services, marketing services, and more! • We are LEED-Certified and Green Meetings Certified • Connected by two major highways- Highway 29 and Highway 441 • Convenient to two interstates- I-20 and I-85 • Just 80 miles from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport • Easy access to over 20 desirable hotels, just minutes from The Classic Center. o The Hyatt Hotel connects directly to The Classic Center o Hilton Garden Inn directly across the street from The Classic Center About Athens: • Experience the Athens Beer Trail or rent out the Athens Beer Trolly • Home of The University of Georgia’s State Botanical Gardens • Trace Athens' storied music heritage through the Athens Music Walk of Fame, an installation of plaques to honor the artists who have contributed to Athens’ iconic musical heritage. • Home of the University of Georgia, Several Art and History Museums, and many walking/biking trails.
The Classic Center Frequently Asked Questions
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Sustainable Practices
Diversity and Inclusion
Health and Safety
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