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Little Rock provides planners with a wide variety of venues for producing successful conventions, meetings, exhibits and shows. Our central location, lovely neighborhoods, parks, attractions, and terrific nightlife make Little Rock an affordable, attractive meeting destination. Our extensive list of meeting facilities ranges from large arenas to small performance halls. Please review our venue listings, then contact us. We will help you select the perfect location in the Capital City for your next success.

Meeting Facilities

Alltel Arena

Alltel Arena

1 Alltel Arena Way
North Little Rock, AR  72114
Phone: 501-340-5660
Website: www.alltelarena.com
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An 11-story, 18,000-seat state-of-the-art sports and entertainment facility, Alltel Arena serves as home to the Arkansas Twisters arena football team, Arkansas Rimrockers basketball team and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock's Trojan basketball team, plus major sporting and entertainment events year-around.
Upcoming events at the Alltel Arena:
Carrie Underwood in Concert w/ Special Guest Josh Turner - May 11, 2008
Arkansas Twisters vs Corpus Christi - May 31, 2008
Arkansas Twisters vs Lubbock - June 14, 2008
Arkansas Twisters vs Iowa - June 28, 2008
Arkansas Twisters vs Bossier - July 19, 2008
Arkansas Twisters vs Texas - July 26, 2008
Disney Live! Presents Winnie the Pooh - November 7, 2008
Celtic Thunder in Concert - November 17, 2008

Arkansas State Fairgrounds

Arkansas State Fairgrounds

2400 W. Roosevelt Rd.
Little Rock, AR  72206
Phone: 501-372-8341
Website: www.arkfairgrounds.com
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Home to rock and country and western shows, as well as other entertainment. The biggest draw at the fairgrounds is the Arkansas State Fair and Livestock Show, a 10-day event in October that includes a rodeo and big-name musical acts.
Upcoming events at the Arkansas State Fairgrounds:
HOT ROD Power Tour 2008 - June 7, 2008
Arkansas Kennel Club All Breed Dog Show - June 21 - 22, 2008
Bud Ward Auction - September 27 - 28, 2008
Arkansas State Fair - October 10 - 19, 2008

Barton Coliseum

2400 W. Roosevelt
Little Rock, AR  72206
Phone: 501-372-8341
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There's always something happening at Barton Coliseum and the surrounding state fairgrounds. Circuses and musical events are regularly scheduled at Barton. The fairgrounds routinely host drag racing, antique sales and knife and gun shows. Call the fairgrounds office for prerecorded information about upcoming events.
River Market Amphitheatre, Pavilions and Meeting Room

River Market Amphitheatre, Pavilions and Meeting Room

400 President Clinton Avenue
Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: 501-375-2552
Fax: 501-375-5559
Website: www.rivermarket.info
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Located in the heart of Little Rock's River Market District the Amphitheatre is Arkansas' premiere outdoor concert venue. The spacious pavilions provide a combined seating for 1,000 guests with a beautiful view of the Arkansas River and Amphitheatre. The third floor of the River Market contains a multi-purpose facility ideal for parties, receptions, dinners, meetings and much more.
Robinson Center

Robinson Center

426 W. Markham
Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: 501-376-4781
Toll Free: 800-844-4781
Fax: 501-374-2255
Website: www.littlerock.com
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One of the highlights of Little Rock's spectacular Statehouse Plaza is already a familiar Arkansas landmark; Robinson Center. For over 40 years, this multi-purpose facility has hosted many successful conventions, meetings, craft fairs and sporting events, as well as, a host of Broadway productions. Robinson Center is situated only 10 minutes from the airport and just a few blocks from major interstates. The DoubleTree hotel is physically connected to the center. In addition, there are several area hotels located in and near the center. Robinson Center includes a 550-space underground municipal parking garage, which provides guests with well-lighted, weather-protected parking and is directly connected to the center. Also, there are several hundred more parking spaces available within a few blocks.
Upcoming events at the Robinson Center:
Arkansas Catholic Youth Ministry Annual Convention - May 9 - 11, 2008
"DooWop" Concert - May 11, 2008
Lana's Dance Studio Recital - May 15, 2008
BK's Recital - May 17, 2008
Irby Studio of Dance Recital - May 22, 2008
Huff-N-Puff Dance Recital - May 24, 2008
Mount Saint Mary Academy Graduation - May 26, 2008
Tommie's Dance Acedemy Recital - May 31 - June 1, 2008
Little Rock School of Dance Recital - June 8, 2008
Indigo Girls in Concert - June 10, 2008
Joel's House of Dance Recital - June 13, 2008
North Little Rock School of Dance Recital - June 15, 2008
Katt Williams in Concert - June 18, 2008
Ms. Karen's Dance Studio Recital - June 20 - 21, 2008
"The Pajama Game" - September 23 - 25, 2008

Statehouse Convention Center

Statehouse Convention Center

#1 Statehouse Plaza
Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: 501-376-4781
Toll Free: 800-844-4781
Website: www.littlerock.com
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Located in the heart of the Capital City, The Statehouse Convention Center is one of the largest convention centers in the state. Logistically connected to the Peabody Little Rock, the center hosts a wide variety of meetings, trade-shows, concerts and conventions. The facility also showcases an impressive array of artwork from local, national, and international artists. The items are individually priced and a small percentage of each work sold is placed in the Statehouse Convention Center art fund. The Statehouse Convention Center is within walking distance of the historic River Market District, which has many distinctive shops and restaurants including nighttime dining and entertainment hot spots. With over 500 restaurants and 59 hotels to choose from, Little Rock is a visitor's dream and the centrally located facility is just minutes away from everything! No destination city is complete without a multi-functional "crown-jewel" like the Statehouse Convention Center. It should be marked as a "must see" when in Little Rock.
Upcoming events at the Statehouse Convention Center:
Junior Achievement of Arkansas Luncheon - May 12, 2008
May Job Fair - May 13, 2008
UAMS Honors Convocation - May 16, 2008
William H. Bowen School of Law of Law Graduation - May 17, 2008
Republician Party of Arkansas Frank White Award Dinner - June 13, 2008
American Taekwondo Association's 2008 ATA World Championships - June 23 - 29, 2008
Arkansas Association of Educational Administrators' Annual Summer Conference - August 3 - 5, 2008
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Bridal Fair - August 10, 2008
Arkansas Hospitality Association's Annual Convention - September 17 - 18, 2008
National Association of Royalty Owners's 28th National Convention - September 17 - 20, 2008
Arkansas Hospital Association's Annual Meeting 2008 - October 8 - 10, 2008
Arkansas Hospital Association's Annual Meeting - October 8 - 10, 2008
Arkansas Reading Recovery & Comprehensive Literacy K-8 Conference & Administrators Institute - October 13 - 15, 2008
Early Literacy/Reading Recovery Conference - October 15, 2008
Artlinks 2008 - October 20 - 21, 2008

Lodging with Meeting Facilities

Airport

Holiday Inn Airport East

Holiday Inn Airport East

3201 Bankhead Dr.
Little Rock, AR  72206
Phone: 501-490-1000
Toll Free: 800-465-4329
Fax: 501-490-0494
Website: www.holiday-inn.com/lit-airportcc
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Full Service

Downtown

Holiday Inn Presidential Conference Center

Holiday Inn Presidential Conference Center

600 Interstate 30
Little Rock, AR  72202
Phone: 501-375-2100
Toll Free: 866-900-7625
Fax: 501-975-8179
Email: sales@hipresidential.com
Website: www.hipresidential.com
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown

521 President Clinton Ave.
Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: 501-975-9800
Toll Free: 800-321-2211
Fax: 501-975-9801
Email: cylittlerock@mckibbonhotels.com
Website: www.marriot.com/LITDT
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Limited Service

La Quinta Little Rock Downtown Conference Center

La Quinta Little Rock Downtown Conference Center

617 South Broadway
Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: (501) 374-9000
Fax: (501) 374-9009
Email: lq2010dos1@laquinta.com
Website: http://2010.lq.com
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space

Capital Hotel, The

Capital Hotel, The

111 West Markham St.
Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: 501-374-7474
Toll Free: 800-766-7666
Fax: 501-370-7091
Email: hospitality@thecapitalhotel.com
Website: www.thecapitalhotel.com
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Hotel, Historic Inn, Meeting & Convention Space, Full Service

Comfort Inn and Suites

Comfort Inn and Suites

707 Interstate 30
Little Rock, AR  72202
Phone: 501-687-7700
Toll Free: 888-472-6717
Fax: 501-687-1016
Website: www.comfortinnlittlerock.com
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Limited Service

DoubleTree Hotel

DoubleTree Hotel

424 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: 501-372-4371
Toll Free: 800-222-8733
Fax: 501-372-0518
Email: vfrench@doubletreelr.com
Website: www.doubletreelr.com
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Full Service

Legacy Hotel & Suites

Legacy Hotel & Suites

625 West Capitol Ave.
Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: 501-374-0100
Fax: 501-687-1185
Website: http://www.legacyhotel.com/
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Full Service

Peabody Little Rock, The

Peabody Little Rock, The

3 Statehouse Plaza
Little Rock, AR  72201
Phone: 501-906-4000
Toll Free: 800-PEABODY
Fax: 501-375-4721
Website: www.peabodylittlerock.com
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Full Service

Midtown

Hilton Little Rock Metro Center

Hilton Little Rock Metro Center

925 S. University Ave.
Little Rock, AR  72204
Phone: 501-664-5020
Fax: 501-614-3803
Website: www.littlerockmetrocenter.hilton.com
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Full Service

Southwest

LaQuinta Inn

11701 Interstate 30
Little Rock, AR  72209
Phone: 501-455-2300
Fax: 501-455-5876
Website: www.lq.com/lq/properties/propertyProfile.do?ident=LQ916&propId=916
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Limited Service

A Rodeway Inn & Suites

A Rodeway Inn & Suites

2401 West 65th Street
Little Rock, AR  72209
Phone: 501-801-0188
Fax: 501-570-7915
Email: gm.ar157@choicehotels.com
Website: http://www.littlerockrodeway.com/
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Extended Stay, Limited Service

West

Crowne Plaza

Crowne Plaza

201 S. Shackleford
Little Rock, AR  72211
Phone: 501-223-3000
Toll Free: 866-276-6648
Fax: 501-223-2833
Email: sales@selectlittlerock.com
Website: www.crowneplazalittlerock.com
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Full Service

Best Western Governors Suites

Best Western Governors Suites

1501 Merrill Dr.
Little Rock, AR  72211
Phone: 501-224-8051
Toll Free: 800-422-8051
Fax: 501-224-8051
Website: www.bestwestern.com/governorssuites
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Limited Service

Residence Inn

1401 S. Shackleford Rd.
Little Rock, AR  72211
Phone: 501-312-0200
Fax: 501-219-2524
Website: www.residenceinn.com
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Limited Service

SpringHill Suites Little Rock

306 Markham Center Dr.
Little Rock, AR  72205
Phone: 501-978-6000
Toll Free: 888-287-9400
Fax: 501-978-6010
Website: www.marriott.com/litsh
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Limited Service

Wingate by Wyndham

Wingate by Wyndham

1212 South Shackleford Rd.
Little Rock, AR  72211
Phone: 501-227-6800
Toll Free: 800-228-1000
Fax: 501-227-6819
Website: www.wingateinns.com
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Limited Service

Embassy Suites - Little Rock

Embassy Suites - Little Rock

11301 Financial Centre Parkway
Little Rock, AR  72211
Phone: 501-312-9000
Toll Free: 800-362-2779
Fax: 501-312-9455
Website: www.embassysuiteslittlerock.com
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Full Service

Hampton Inn & Suites

Hampton Inn & Suites

1301 S. Shackleford
Little Rock, AR  72211
Phone: 501-537-3000
Toll Free: 866-457-7666
Fax: 501-537-7070
Email: beth.boyd@lrar.com
Website: http://www.selectlittlerock.com/hmpt_index.php
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Limited Service

Courtyard by Marriott Little Rock West

Courtyard by Marriott Little Rock West

10900 Financial Centre Parkway
Little Rock, AR  72211
Phone: 501-227-6000
Toll Free: 800-264-0382
Fax: 501-227-6912
Website: www.cylittlerock.com
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Hotel, Meeting & Convention Space, Limited Service


Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau
LITTLE ROCK CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
Markham and Broadway - Little Rock, AR 72201 or P.O. Box 3232 - Little Rock, AR 72203
(501) 376-4781  1-800-844-4781  Fax: (501) 374-2255  Email: lrcvb@littlerock.com
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