The long-standing love affair with Niagara that so many meeting and conference organizers have is inspired by so much more than the region’s spectacular scenery. Here are just a few of the reasons Niagara continues to win over the hearts of corporate event organizers and attendees.
Big-City Capability With Small-Town Ease
Whether it’s managing the load-in and load-out process or transporting guests between the airport and their hotels, the logistics of hosting events in large cities like Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and Vancouver can be a nightmare. Niagara boasts several venues in Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake, including the Niagara Falls Convention Centre and White Oaks Resort, that offer the same full-scale conference and trade show capabilities without the traffic, complexity, and stress. In St. Catharines, Holiday Inn and Suites St. Catharines Conference Centre offers over 20,000 square feet of flexible event space with full-service event-planning support.
A Wow Factor That Drives Turnout
It’s no secret that location can inspire attendance. The promise of unique activities including Niagara Falls attractions, Niagara wine country touring, and one of Canada’s most buzzed-about restaurant scenes can help shift your event from something guests feel like they have to attend, to something they can’t wait to attend.
Easier Access For Geographically Diverse Attendees
Hosting your business event in Niagara puts guests within 30 minutes of five international border crossings and just an easy transfer away from airports in Toronto, Hamilton, Niagara Falls (New York), and Buffalo. A new service from Air Canada also offers convenient motorcoach transfers to Niagara-on-the-Lake and Niagara Falls, which can be booked with the plane ticket.
Your Choice of a Better Bottom Line or Upgraded Guest Experience
Niagara’s competitive room rates, excellent value on food and beverage packages, and flexible pricing during slower tourism seasons offer event organizers high-quality venues at excellent prices. Many event organizers choose to funnel those savings into memorable guest experiences, including barrel cellar dinners at Niagara wineries, unique Niagara Falls experiences, and more.
FAQs
Q: Is Niagara a good venue choice for a conference or trade show?
A: Niagara’s excellent large-group venues, engaging after-work activities, proximity to airports and the U.S. border, and excellent value make it a favourite destination for meeting planners and corporate event organizers.
Q: Does Niagara have a convention centre?
A: The Niagara Falls Convention Centre offers 200,000 square feet of flexible convention space, a prime location in the Fallsview Boulevard District, and proximity to over 4,000 branded guest rooms.
Q: Do Niagara wineries offer group experiences for conference and tradeshow attendees?
A: Niagara’s wineries offer a wide range of group activities, including tours, tastings, and dining options, that are a great fit for corporate teams and conference groups wanting a unique Niagara experience during their visit.
