The Connecticut Convention & Sports Bureau (CTMEETINGS)

Connecticut: A meetings destination to experience. Easy to drive to, invigorating to explore, and packed with unique & boutique venues and activities, Connecticut is ready to host your next meeting, convention, sports tournament, and more. From city, to country, to coast, the options are endless. Our sales staff are ready to help you schedule and book your next event along with overnight rooms anywhere in our state through our wide network of industry resources. We look forward to working with you to welcome your meetings to Connecticut! Contact us today! Why Choose Our Destination? Connecticut - the Gateway to New England - is conveniently located between New York City and Boston, MA, approximately 2.5 hours either direction. * By Land...The state is easily accessible by car with 3 interstate highways, I-95, I-84 and I-91 running north, south, east, and west. Amtrak and Metro North offers frequent rail service. * By Air...Air service is available at 5 major airports. Bradley International Airport (BDL), the largest airport, has 44 nonstop flights including flights to Canada, Puerto Rico, and Ireland. * Access... Within a 300 miles radius, Connecticut has access to over 23.5 million people - ideal for for attendance building, sponsorship and exhibitor participation. * History & Culture...From Colonial times to the present, Connecticut has been a popular gathering place and we take pride in our long history of hosting meetings, conventions and sporting events. * City, Country Coast...Our unique blend of urban centers, coupled with waterfront, country and casino resort settings, offers a diverse selection of meeting venues. For groups of up to 3,500, the Connnecticut Convention Center, Foxwoods Resort Casino and Mohegan Sun are sure to fit your needs. For smaller groups, the options are in the hundreds for hotels, resorts, conference centers, and unique venues statewide. * Wine & Dine: From dining on lobster next to a 19th century lighthouse, to cruising on the Long Island Sound or on one of our many rivers, taking a Ferrari for a spin on a racetrack, or blending your own bottle of wine, these are just a few examples of a memorable Connecticut experience attendees can enjoy. * Engage & Entertain... Team building programs that incorporate the great outdoors, food, wine or art make the process both fun and beneficial. * Experience...Both the CTMEETINGS staff and its Connecticut team of industry professionals strive to be current with trends and raise the bar when it comes to the level of service and quality of product we offer. As the State of Connecticut's only DMO focused solely on meetings and events, our goal is to find the perfect match for your next event in Connecticut.