OPCC combines location, safety, and premium service in a way few venues can. While downtown venues struggle with traffic, complex logistics, and limited parking, OPCC offers a streamlined event experience with free parking, a direct hotel connection, and a 20-minute route to Kansas City’s largest celebrations. Our in-house culinary and AV teams eliminate the need for multiple vendors, creating an end-to-end professional environment ideal for corporate, international, and hospitality-focused events.
World Cup Event Spaces in Kansas City
Your VIP Headquarters for the 2026 World Cup
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Create an Experience Worth Celebrating
Whether you’re hosting an elevated hospitality experience, a corporate gathering, or a high-energy watch event for the 2026 World Cup, Overland Park Convention Center provides the space, service, and sophistication to match your vision.
Premier Partner Activations
Effortless, upscale networking experiences designed for global guests seeking premium convenience.
International Collaborations
Seamlessly host multinational gatherings with turnkey services and world-class hospitality advantages.
Elite Executive Experiences
Elevated corporate meetings supported by flexible spaces, secure environment, and streamlined logistics.
Employee Watch Parties
High-comfort World Cup watch parties offering premium amenities without downtown chaos.
Named Best Small Convention Center of North America Three Times
All the CONNECTIVITY of Kansas City, none of the chaos.
Premium hospitality where smart companies choose to win.
Where Global Energy Meets Local Ease
As Kansas City prepares to welcome soccer fans and international visitors, OPCC offers unmatched convenience—letting your guests enjoy every moment without the gridlock, noise, and unpredictability of downtown.
Free Airport Shuttle
Seamless, 30-minute guest arrival for stress-free travel.
Free Parking
1,000+ spaces with unlimited guest convenience and no daily fees.
Fan Fest Shuttle
Effortless access to downtown celebrations and stadium events.
A Turnkey Experience
One vendor, one price, guaranteed execution.
Overland Park Convention Center provides a streamlined, full-service approach that other venues can’t match. When you need event space in Kansas City that removes the stress of multi-vendor coordination, our in-house teams deliver.
Flexible Spaces
From VIP gatherings to large-scale activations, Overland Park Convention Center offers 100,000+ sq. ft. of flexible event space across three levels.
Host up to 2,100 guests in our 25,000 sq. ft. divisible ballroom, 5,600 in our 60,000 sq. ft. exhibit hall—each space fully adaptable to your hospitality vision.
AV Expertise
Our in-house production team ensures flawless presentations, broadcasts, and live content.
Culinary Artistry
Enjoy elevated, chef-driven menus designed to impress international and domestic guests alike.
Right Where You Need to Be
Located just south of Kansas City, OPCC places you near the excitement, without the congestion. Guests can enjoy quick access to World Cup celebrations and area attractions while staying in one of the safest, most comfortable communities in North America.
Strategic Location
Stay close to the action while avoiding gridlock.
Sheraton Connection + Surrounding Hotels
1,000+ hotel rooms within walking distance, including a direct connection to the Sheraton Overland Park.
Safety
Located in the 2nd safest city in North America, ideal for international and VIP attendees.
Designed for Extraordinary Events
Just steps from first-class hotels and surrounded by restaurants, green space, and entertainment, OPCC gives your guests everything they need—convenience, comfort, and connection.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. During high-traffic seasons like the upcoming global soccer celebrations, OPCC offers a significant advantage. Guests can enjoy the energy of Kansas City while avoiding the long delays, street closures, and gridlock common downtown. With shuttle access to Fan Fest areas and the stadium, guests move easily between the excitement and your event—saving hours of transit time over the course of a day.
Overland Park Convention Center is about 20 minutes away—close enough for convenience, far enough to avoid traffic congestion, road closures, and match-day delays.
Yes. We offer a complimentary airport shuttle and direct shuttle access to Fan Fest and downtown festivities.
Absolutely. With 100,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space, a flexible ballroom, and more than 1,000 hotel rooms within walking distance, OPCC is ideal for global companies, sponsors, and corporate hospitality programs. Our AV, culinary, and event teams specialize in high-level activations, ensuring every detail—from staging to menu design—is consistent, professional, and internationally friendly.
Guests have immediate access to the connected Sheraton Overland Park and more than 1,000 surrounding hotel rooms—all within a short walk of the convention center. This unique cluster of accommodations eliminates the need for rideshares or daily commuting. For out-of-town guests, our complimentary airport shuttle further simplifies arrival and departure.
Yes. Our in-house AV experts can support broadcast feeds, international livestreams, multilingual presentations, and recording needs. Whether you’re hosting global press, brand partners, or remote leadership teams, our integrated technology ensures a smooth, high-quality experience.
OPCC is ideal for meetings, networking events, international collaborations, hospitality lounges, partner activations, consumer experiences, and watch parties tied to global soccer events. Our flexible layouts and comprehensive onsite services make us one of the most adaptable event spaces in Kansas City.
Have more questions?
Contact Sales Managers, Barb Silin - CMP, CVP and Amy Worden to learn more.
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