Bradenton Area Convention Center

Bradenton Area Convention Center

Gather on Florida’s West Coast

With 95,000 square feet of versatile event space, capacity for up to 3,800 attendees, and direct access to Palmetto Marriott, the Bradenton Area Convention Center is built for events that make an impression.

Right in the Heart of It All

Sitting near the Manatee River and just 14 miles from the beaches of Anna Maria Island, the Bradenton Area offers world-class dining, entertainment, and accommodations that give attendees a reason to arrive early and stay late.

A tall, multi-story wooden observation tower standing amidst green coastal mangroves and bushes under a clear blue sky, with a sandy pathway in the foreground.
Aerial shot of the bridge leading into Palmetto, a small city in Manatee County, Florida on a sunny day.

Space for Every Vision

95,000 square feet of meeting space. Capacity for up to 3,800 attendees. The largest indoor event venue between St. Petersburg and Naples. Directly connected to Palmetto Marriott via a climate-controlled corridor.

A high-angle interior view of a large auditorium or theater featuring curved rows of blue stadium seating facing a large projection screen on the left.

Flexible by Design

Seven versatile meeting rooms, a 4,000-square-foot outdoor plaza, and a multipurpose ballroom seating up to 800 guests. Upgraded technology, on-site support, and customizable layouts make planning straightforward and execution seamless.

Bradenton Area Convention Center

Let's Make It Happen

Ready to bring your event to the Gulf Coast? Our team has the local knowledge and connections to make every detail seamless.