The Overland Park Convention Center and the Sheraton Hotel are located within the same complex. However, the convention center and the hotel are two separate entities.
Plan an Unforgettable Experience
When it comes to your event space for a graduation, you want it to be memorable. And there’s no better venue than the Overland Park Convention Center near Kansas City!
With our full-service event planning and setup, your graduation will come with everything you need. See how our talented event staff can coordinate an incredible event your attendees will remember!
Graduation Event Spaces
Exhibition Halls
- 60,000 sq. ft.
- 5,849 people
- Main Level
Expecting a larger crowd? You won’t have to worry about capacity at our Exhibition Halls—they're almost entirely free of columns, leaving you with ample space.
Graduation Event Spaces
Ballrooms
- 25,000 sq. ft.
- 2,499 people
- Main Level
Our Ballrooms are classic options for graduation event venues near Kansas City. Our audiovisual services and décor options in these expansive spaces bring on a whole new light to your event.
Graduation 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 for your graduation event venue near Kansas City.
Graduation Event Spaces
Outdoor Spaces
- 25,000 sq. ft.
- 3,500 people
- Lower Level
Add some fresh air to your graduation or prom with our outdoor spaces!
Available Amenities
Decor
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Skirting for 8ft tables in black or white
Eat & Drink
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Catering services
Setup
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Enhanced colored lighting (in-house AV only)–restrictions apply
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Riser
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Professional service staff
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High-speed Wi-Fi
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Necessary tables and chairs, including setup and teardown
Accommodations
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Free parking for guests
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Over 1,000 hotel rooms within walking distance
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Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi
Create Lasting Memories at OPCC
Frequently Asked Questions
Public events are listed on the calendar of events, private events are not. If you are interested in planning an event or wedding, please contact our sales team at 913.339.3000, or get an event estimate by filling out our event quoter or submitting an RFP.
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.
You are in control when it comes to our rates. Let us know your needs, and we will customize your event based on your budget. Contact our sales team at 913.339.3000, or get an event estimate by filling out our event quoter or submitting an RFP.
