Allen Convention & Visitors Bureau

Whether you’re looking for a small, intimate space, a large arena or something in-between, we’ve got the perfect place for you to host your next meeting or convention. No matter the space or the place, you’ll find all the high-tech amenities that you’d expect to find in a larger city along with the personal attention you’d expect to find in a smaller town. Add in our world class shopping, award-winning patio dining, and entertainment options offering everything from golf, to escape rooms, to bowling and batting cages, and you’ll wonder why you didn’t plan your meeting in Allen sooner. If a tour of North Texas is on your horizon, make sure Allen, Texas, is at the top of your itinerary! Already a favorite stop for group tour providers, motor coach operators, and travel booking agents, Allen will wow any visitor to the area. All ten of our nationally recognized hotel brands have complimentary parking areas for group tour buses and are within short distances of our three major shopping destinations. The Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel & Watters Creek Convention Center is located at the corner of Bethany Drive and North Central Expressway off U.S. Highway 75, a premier location just steps away from the Watters Creek Village mixed-use shopping and dining mecca. At this incredible facility, you'll find: - 79,000 sq. ft. of Meeting and Convention Facilities - 40,000 sq. ft. Column-Free Convention Space with Breakout Rooms - 1,000-Car Parking Garage - Full-Service Hotel with 300+ Guest rooms - Upscale Restaurant and Destination Bar - Expansive Outdoor Pool Deck, Heated Pool, and large screen for parties, events, and game-day activations Seeking a large-scale meeting or trade show space? Credit Union of Texas Event Center includes seating for 7,000+ people or space for 150 10-by-10-foot booths in the arena. A trade show configuration can expand to accommodate a celebrity stage, show office, and 65 additional booths in the lobby concourse. And, did we mention that covered parking is always free? With 2,283 total hotel rooms within 5 miles, 250+ delicious dining options, three major shopping centers, and a variety of attractions, you'll want to #VisitAllenTexas and start planning your meeting! Meetings and conferences don’t just happen—they are meticulously planned and executed by dedicated professionals. That’s why Visit Allen, Texas has launched “Because Meetings Don’t Plan Themselves”—to celebrate the expertise, hard work, and attention to detail that drive the industry forward. From budgeting and logistics to seamless execution, we know there’s much more to meeting planning than meets the eye. It is our way of recognizing and honoring the professionals who make every event a success. #BecauseMeetings More Details on Getting Here - https://bit.ly/42Ld9UP