The Overland Park Convention Center does not sign up exhibitors for shows. Prospective exhibitors need to contact the show promoter/event planner directly. Exhibitors can find the promoter/planner’s contact information by selecting the event on our calendar and using the available contact information or links.
Optimal Spaces for Vendors & Attendees
The key to a successful show is a high-quality venue that suits the needs of your vendors.
If you’re looking for consumer or trade show venues near Kansas City, the Overland Park Convention Center supports show producers from the beginning to the end for a successful show.
Consumer & Trade Shows Event Spaces
Exhibition Halls
- 60,000 sq. ft.
- 5,849 people
- Main Level
Do your exhibitors want to showcase their products on a grand scale? No need to worry about space constraints—each of our exhibition halls are column-free, leaving you with maximum floor space.
Consumer & Trade Shows Event Spaces
Ballrooms
- 25,000 sq. ft.
- 2,499 people
- Main Level
Looking for a more formal space to hold your trade show? Our ballrooms still provide plenty of space with floor plans that can suit any kind of exhibition or booth set-up.
Consumer & Trade Shows Event Spaces
Courtyard Rooms
- 14,145 sq. ft.
- 1,414 people
- Lower Level
Needing the flexibility of our customizable courtyard rooms? We have whatever you might need as your preferred trade show venue near Kansas City.
Gallery
Included Amenities
Services
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Marketing services
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Professional staff
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Registration tables
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On-site coffee shop
Accommodations
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Free parking with approximately 1,000 spaces
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Over 1,000 hotel rooms within walking distance
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Free high-speed Wi-Fi
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Handicap-accessible entrances and passenger elevator
Move In, Move Out
The Overland Park Convention Center is centrally located 30 minutes south of the Kansas City International Airport (MCI) off of I-435 at the intersection of College Boulevard and Nall Avenue.
We have eight loading docks suitable for standard commercial trailers, two drive-in ramps with direct access to our Exhibition Hall, and a large, sliding glass wall that provides access to our spacious Pre-Function areas.
Covered parking leading to two freight elevators allows for personal vehicle load-in access. Plus, enjoy our additional free parking located on the north side of the building off of 110th Street.
Concession Stands
We offer a wide range of food and beverage choices for consumer or trade shows. For in-house options, we have concession stands, portable concession carts, and the Cyber Cafe. Vendors can also pre-order food and beverages when purchasing Exhibitor Services through our online portal.
Learn more about how to plan your trade show with our information for exhibitors and our Exhibition Advantage Program!
Audiovisual Services
Set the scene with the sights and sounds produced by our expert, audio visual team using our top of the line equipment. Our audio visual can be added to any event space, or we can partner with an outside team of your choice.
Plan Your Premier Experience
Frequently Asked Questions
We do not allow outside food and beverage into the facility for events. Our international, award-winning executive chef and catering team can design an experience for any type of event. From modern to traditional, ethnic to kosher, our food and beverage capabilities are limitless. In addition, our barbecue partner, Jack Stack Barbecue, can be catered in when requested.
For certain events, food and beverage is available to the public through our concession stands, Cyber Cafe, and portable concession carts. Please contact our sales team at 913.339.3000 for more information. Exhibitors can order food for their booth prior to the event when purchasing Exhibitor Services.
Yes, ordering Exhibitor Services online is easy using our online form, and high-speed Wi-Fi is free!
Services include:
- Electrical Service
- Telecommunications & Internet (Hardline)
- Compressed Air, Water, and Drain (Utilities)
- Audiovisual
- Food & Beverage
The facility is equipped with 24-hour surveillance cameras & on-site security personnel. Entrances to the Exhibition Halls, Ballrooms, and Courtyard Rooms are secured with restricted access electronic locks. To learn more, call 913.339.3000.
