Waco Convention Center

100 Washington Avenue
Waco, TX 76701

P.O. Box 2570
Waco, TX 76702-2570
(254) 750-5810 or (800) 321-9226; fax (254) 750-5801

Latest Architectural Rendering - Convention Center Renovation

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Click here for a map of parking areas within walking distance of the Waco Convention Center.

The Waco Convention Center serves as the premier meeting facility for central Texas. With 119,000 square feet of exhibit space—including a 32,000 square foot exhibit hall and two 15,000 square foot ballrooms—the Waco Convention Center has the space for any important meeting. The Waco Convention Center can also be easily subdivided into a total of 18 rooms, creating more intimate venues for break-out sessions and smaller organizations.

Conveniently located in the downtown area alongside the scenic Brazos River, the Waco Convention Center is just a few blocks from I-35, 15 minutes from the Waco Regional Airport, and within walking distance from major hotels and quality restaurants. There are more than 1,000 first-class hotel rooms within 1 mile of the Waco Convention Center, with many more overflow rooms located within a 15 minute radius. After hours, conventioneers and visitors can turn to the downtown's nearby entertainment district for an evening of dining and unwinding. This restored row of warehouses is packed with restaurants, bars, and shops varied enough to suite any taste.

Contact the Waco Convention Center sales & service staff for assistance in booking a convention in Waco. From obtaining proposals for Waco hotel rooms to preparing rate quotes, the sales staff is available for any needs or special requirements that a group may have. For a listing of the Waco Convention Center sales & service staff, click here.

The Waco Convention Center was completed and opened in November, 1971. This original portion consisted of 63,532 net sq. ft. of meeting space. In February, 1988, an addition to the Waco Convention Center was completed. This added 18,660 net sq. ft. of meeting space to the facility. Total net sq. ft. is 82,192.

From Dallas, traveling south on I-35, take Exit 335B, University Parks Drive. Turn RIGHT onto University Parks Drive. You will go over two sets of railroad tracks. Follow it until you arrive at Washington Avenue. Turn LEFT on Washington Avenue. The Convention Center will be on your left, facing Washington Avenue. It is across the street from the historic Suspension Bridge.

From Austin, traveling north on I-35, take Exit 335B, University Parks Drive. Turn LEFT onto University Parks Drive. You will go over two sets of railroad tracks. Follow it until you arrive at Washington Avenue. Turn LEFT on Washington Avenue. The Convention Center will be on your left, facing Washington Avenue. It is across the street from the historic Suspension Bridge.

From Houston, traveling north on Highway 6, take the Highway 77 exit going SOUTH. Follow it to University Parks Drive. Turn RIGHT onto University Parks Drive. This will be at the Ferrell Center, a golden-domed arena on the Baylor campus. Follow University Parks Drive until you arrive at Washington Avenue. (You'll cross under I-35.) Turn LEFT on Washington Avenue. The Convention Center will be on your left, facing Washington Avenue. It is across the street from the historic Suspension Bridge.

Parking: Free parking is available in several parking lots and streets surrounding the Convention Center. Here is a list:

Parking lot bounded by Third Street, Fourth Street, Washington Avenue, and Austin Avenue.

Parking lot bounded by Franklin Avenue, University Parks Drive, and Third Street, facing the Freedom Fountain

Street parking is available on University Parks Drive, both sides of the street, between Franklin Ave. and Washington Ave.

Where not to park:

Courtyard by Marriott parking lot (unless you are a guest)

Hilton Waco parking lot (unless you are a guest)

Fire Lane in front of Convention Center on Washington Avenue (drop off only)

Washington Avenue (very busy street)