Erie, PA is on the move! The new, highly anticipated Bayfront Convention Center is NOW OPEN! The new Center is part of the $100M project that also includes the Bayfront Sheraton Hotel (opening April 2008). The new hotel features expansive views of beautiful Presque Isle Bay and connects to the Convention Center via a 65’ high glass enclosed, climate-controlled sky bridge. Erie offers over 4,000 sleeping rooms with many more on the way. Other hotels being built in and around Erie include a Hilton Garden Inn, connecting to the already existing Ambassador Banquet & Conference Center and Courtyard by Marriott. Other new hotels include: Springhill Suites, Wingate Inn, Candlewood Suites and TownPlace Suites. Erie has several hotels and facilities with traditional and unique meeting space such as the majestic Warner Theatre (2500 capacity) and the Tullio Arena (7500).

Erie is a destination for everyone. Your convention attendees will have no problem keep themselves occupied during their free time with Erie’s booming Bayfront and Downtown Districts, brimming with countless entertainment, cultural and dining options. In addition, Erie features Presque Isle State Park and the Tom Ridge Environmental Center (beaches and recreational enjoyment for all), an indoor water park, newly opened casino & racetrack, philharmonic, wineries, family activities, zoo, maritime history and so much more. Shoppers can delight in the many shops and plazas dotting the Upper Peach Street district and of course over 175 stores and restaurants at the nearby Millcreek Mall.

Erie is very accessible via car, plane, boat or bus and is within a one-day drive of over half of the U.S. population. The Erie International Airport, minutes from downtown, is serviced by USAir, Continental and Northwest.

There is so much to do in Erie. We look forward to your visit and hope you too will discover why so many people are choosing Erie, PA as their convention and meeting destination.