Dallas Venues

Home to popular art and cultural events, a well respected branch of the University of Texas school system, and several large IT and Telecom firms, Richardson is a quaint, yet urban, North Dallas community. Located about 20 minutes north of downtown and perfectly situated in the center of it all is the Hyatt Regency North Dallas, a massive red brick structure with a distinctly pointed roof.

This large, luxury Dallas hotel has recently undergone a multimillion dollar renovation and now boasts 15,000 square feet of sophisticated Dallas meeting space. So whether you're looking for full-scale Dallas conference facilities or have large meetings requiring several breakouts, the Hyatt Regency North Dallas offers a multitude of options to suit your needs.

The hotel itself is gorgeous. Upon entering, guests are greeted by an elegant foyer lined with four-story windows and adorned with rich drapery. There are 342 remodeled guest rooms complete with high-speed wireless Internet, flat panel televisions with digital video-on-demand and cable services, huge work desks with comfortable chairs, and an iHome alarm clock perfect for iPods. As with any full-service luxury hotel, guests are met with all the amenities one would expect, such as in-room dining, laundry and dry cleaning services, turndown, and a multilingual staff.

Moving on to the meetings side, Dallas event planners won't be disappointed. There is an incredible 7,800-square-foot ballroom that can be broken into seven different sections, as well as a 2,700-square-foot junior ballroom that is divisible into four areas. In addition, there are six extra breakout rooms, 4,000 square feet of prefunction space, and two "lounge" areas to consider as well. The icing on the cake: The Hyatt Regency offers complimentary parking and shuttle service within a five-mile radius of the hotel.

With delicious catering options from their in-house, full-service restaurant, experienced sales and event managers, and on-site audio-visual techs ready to handle any request, there's no excuse not to consider the Hyatt Regency North Dallas as an excellent, and economical, option for hard-to-please clients while in Dallas.

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Sheraton has been in the midst of a multibillion dollar global revitalization effort, renovating almost half of its North American profile. One of the newest on the scene is the Sheraton Dallas.

Following a $90 million transformation, the downtown Dallas hotel boasts 1,840 redesigned guest rooms and over 230,000 square feet of flexible meeting rooms and banquet spaces—some of the largest in the state of Texas. Whether in the 40,800-square-foot Lone Star Ballroom or 750-square-foot Executive Boardroom, Dallas events at the hotel enjoy expert in-house catering, audio-visual, floral and convention service departments.

Outside the boardroom, the Sheraton Dallas' new dining options, The Kitchen Table restaurant and Draft Media Sports Lounge, provide a place to kick back with a drink or dinner. The new lobby, complete with complimentary work stations and flat-screen televisions, is also a chic spot to rest after a day of work.

Located in the Arts and Financial District, the Sheraton Dallas hotel is extremely convenient for out-of-town meeting guests. The hotel itself is a stop on Dallas' light rail system and connected to the shopping complex Plaza of the Americas. Booking these Dallas accommodations also places attendees just minutes from the Dallas Convention Center, American Airlines Center and historic 6th Floor Museum.

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You want big? Want trendy? Want everything at your fingertips? How about the Angelika Theater at Mockingbird Station in Dallas?

A theater, you ask? A theater. But not just any theater. The Angelika is one of Dallas's most beloved, most stylish film centers and is notorious for showing under the radar, Oscar-worthy films. Celebrities have been known to frequent the venue for premieres and hardened movie critics come for the atmosphere alone. This place is new world hip, with old world charm.

It's also perfect for any Dallas event! Whether you're looking for something different for the company meeting or you're planning a sassy soiree, the Angelika has the Dallas meeting space and expertise to make any event a success. From the wall-to-wall screens in the auditoriums with Dolby Digital Surround Sound, to the sophisticated lobby and cafe space with traditional movie snacks, to the endless catering options, this unique Dallas venue is sure to please even the pickiest client!

Aside from the obvious theater space, this Dallas hotspot sits atop one of the trendiest rail stops in the city where everything is, literally, a hop, skip, and a jump away. The luxurious Palomar Hotel is right across the street. Numerous restaurants and bars are within walking distance, such as Trinity Hall, an upscale Irish restaurant and bar where you can see everything from A-list celebs to World Cup Soccer matches to local Irish bands performances. It also offers easy, easy highway and airport access to Dallas Love Field.

Additionally, some of Dallas's biggest companies are within five miles in any direction of The Angelika. And one of Dallas's, and the country's, most prestigious law, business, and art schools, Southern Methodist University, is less than a quarter of a mile away.

This place has it all! Here is a list of notable features:

• 8 auditoriums with a variety of seating
• Available lobby and/or cafe reception space
• State-of-the-art audio-visual equipment including 35mm, 16mm, or digital projection
• Outside catering (bonus!)
• Personal attention from an Event Director
• Courteous and professional staff

Eleanor Roosevelt once said, "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." Wonderful words spoken by a truly inspirational woman in history; a woman who would surely appreciate this a Dallas event venue such as the Women's Museum at Fair Park.

A Smithsonian affiliate, this cutting edge Dallas attraction is housed within 15,000 square feet of state-of-the-art space, accented by exhibits that range from female Rock 'n' Roll Photojournalists to Catholic Sisters in America.

Whether you are planning an evening soiree or a brilliant boardroom showdown, the Women's Museum offers several different spaces and packages:

• The AT&T Gathering. This great Dallas banquet space features three-story ceilings and an "Electronic Quilt" at one end that can be designed to fit your specific event. The Gathering area has space for receptions as large as 800 attendees.

• The AT&T Auditorium. With theater seating for nearly 200 guests, this Dallas meeting space is great for for speakers, seminars and education programming. The room is equipped with a rear-projection system for presentations, as well as staging and audio equipment.

• Inside and Outside Balconies. Dallas meeting planners can opt to include the the inside and/or outside balcony areas to the AT&T Gathering space. This addition adds space for up to up to 100 extra guests.

• The Cathy Bonner Boardroom. The boardroom is perfect for smaller meetings. It can comfortably accommodate up to 21 people in round table seating.

• Cafe. The museum's cafe a perfect spot for smaller gatherings of approximately 30 people. Guests are treated to an amazing aerial view of the first floor and surrounding balconies.

The Women's Museum is on the Fair Park grounds and is only a few blocks east of downtown. It offers easy access to several downtown Dallas hotels such as the Sheraton Hotel Dallas, Magnolia Hotel Dallas, The Adolphus, Hotel Indigo, and Hyatt Regency Downtown Dallas.

Not that there aren't enough bridal shows and wedding extravaganzas in Texas, let alone Dallas, but the Great Bridal Expo held at the historic and beautiful Fairmont Dallas Hotel is an excellent opportunity to not only get out and see a slew of Dallas vendors, but a chance to check out the hotel's event space. The Expo is set to begin November 8 at noon and generally lasts anywhere from five to seven hours depending on crowds.

Here is a short list of featured exhibitors: 

Favorite Dallas florist Your Perfect Wedding Day by di Fiori will be on-site to demonstrate and discuss floral arrangements for any Dallas event. This mother/daughter team has event design experience ranging from full-service social affairs to large corporate luncheons.

The Creative Touch: Events by Lauren is a Dallas event planner specializing in not only weddings, but also lavish corporate affairs and business gatherings. Full-service event planning and day-of coordination are available.

Voted Dallas' Best Winery in 2009, Swirll Winery & Wine Bar will be presenting some fabulous options for off-site wine selections, as well as those for smaller, on-site cocktail events. This swank little wine dive is located in the heart of downtown and has fast become a Dallas restaurant hotspot for both the amateur wine lover and connoisseur alike.

Keith Evans Photography will also be at the Expo exhibiting some of his famous shots. Voted Ft. Worth's Photographer of the Year in 2008, Keith has a knack for capturing the perfect lighting for both formal or informal shots. He also knows some of the best Dallas venues and outdoor locales for amazing shoots.

MBEG, LLCis a multi-service company specializing in ground Dallas transportation. Whether you're in need of bus service to and from an event or a corporate car pick-up service, they are known to have some of the best rates for Dallas limo companies.

All these and more will be on-site to promote networking amongst Dallas area vendors. It's a great opportunity for Dallas meeting planners to seek out some lesser known, well-respected names in the Dallas event industry. And don't forget to visit the Cvent Supplier Network to search and find Dallas suppliers for your next event!

Are you in need of a quick getaway for a group of employees? Need a fun, easy, inexpensive option for a team outing? Or maybe you're simply looking for something a little different than the norm for your next Dallas business meeting? Consider Group Dynamix in Addison! If you've not yet discovered this excellent Dallas event venue, now's the time.

Owner and "Head Coach" Stephen Mackintosh, aka Coach Mack, has turned his love of team spirit and supportive play into one of the largest, most popular indoor team building centers in the country. His team focuses on group performance and reflection through unique and fun-filled activities that encourage 100 percent participation, 100 percent of the time.

When it comes to interactive team building in Dallas, these guys are pros. They will customize and facilitate events to your company's desired theme, timing, and scale. Whether you have 15 IT guys for half a day or 100 PR reps for an all-day rally, they have the space and means to keep any group entertained. Considering a group upwards of 500 people? No worries. There is 18,000 square feet of usable Dallas event space complete with a ropes course, laser tag, or beach balls ready to pump up and motivate even the most passive participant.

Located in the heart of Addison, close to one of Dallas' most notorious shopping, dining, and entertainment districts, Group Dynamix is easily accessible to several well known full-service and select-service hotels. The facility can accommodate simple team outings or full-fledged corporate events with packages that include use of on-site audio-visual equipment, including wireless microphone, video capabilities with screen (check out the 20-foot-by-20-foot movie wall!), and much more. Snacks and beverages can be provided, but outside catering is allowed and encouraged, so you to work within your budget with any Dallas caterer or restaurant—a rare find for Dallas venues these days.

Dallas is known for many things: the Dallas Cowboys, Southfork Ranch, American Airlines, and the Grassy Knoll, to name a few. But one little known fact this city is known for is having the most restaurants per capita in the nation. Dallasites love their food and are exposed to worldly fare on a daily basis such as Creole, Ethiopian, Vietnamese, and good ol' fashion BBQ. However, with such developed tasted buds, Dallas residents tend to be some of the harshest critics when it comes to catered affairs.

Keeping this in mind (along with the fact that the holidays are right around the corner), many Dallas caterers are in high demand and, though many have the ability to pull off large-scale events at the last minute, request a minimum of four to six weeks notice. After scouring the internet, reading reviews, interviewing caterers, and listening to experiences of past clients, I've come up with a list of 10 favorite Dallas caterers for your next Dallas event. Here they are, in no particular order:

• GEORGE Catering  

• Guess Who's Coming To Dinner Caterers  

• Wendy Krispin Catering

• Food Glorious Food

• La Duni

• Two Sisters Catering

• Gil's Elegant Catering

• Wynnwood

• Culinary Art Catering

• E Claire Catering & Events

So whether you're planning a small office shindig or are a corporate Dallas event planner for a Fortune 500, consider these as some of the best options in town. Many, if not all, offer full-service Dallas catering and event planning and are preferred vendors at several Dallas venues.

Centrally located in the heart of Dallas sits the newly renovated Hyatt Place hotel. Perfectly situated amongst a pleasant mix of urban Dallas residences, world-renowned medical facilities, and corporate success stories, the Hyatt Place Dallas/Park Central welcomes guests with a contemporary blend of modern decor, sleek lines, and stylish accents.

This Dallas hotel offers a long list of amenities that appeal to every kind of traveler. For the experienced Dallas business traveler who prefers to do things quickly, the hotel has a self check-in kiosk. For friends and family of the Dallas bride, there's a complimentary shuttle to Northpark Center for last-minute shopping emergencies. And for the university sports teams who compete at any one of four nearby colleges, there's 24-hour food service for late night carbo-loading. Hyatt Place Dallas/Park Central is truly a home away from home.

A result of years of focus studies on travel trends and preferences, Hyatt's first foray into select service hotels has produced the perfect meeting and lodging place for business AND pleasure. Offering economic lodging without foregoing the luxury, the hotel also offers complimentary continental breakfast, complimentary wi-fi, complimentary shuttle service, complimentary eRoom with secure printing, in-house Starbucks...the list goes on and on. All this topped with a friendly, helpful staff is all one needs to make this a great choice for Dallas accommodations.

For Dallas meeting planners, pay attention: Hyatt Place Dallas/Park Central is offering 25 percent off meetings and Double Bonus Points for all Hyatt Gold Passport members on all functions booked now through January 31, 2010. Even if the event itself doesn't take place until July 2010, this Dallas promotion is valid as long as it's booked on or before January 31, 2010. With 1,100 square feet of flexible meeting space, Hyatt Place Dallas/Park Central has a myriad of meeting packages ready to make your next Dallas meeting a success!

View more information about Hyatt Place Dallas/Park Central and other Dallas hotels on the Cvent Supplier Network

Dolce Hotels & Resorts has just announced a great new promotion geared towards meeting planners all over the world. The "Make Us an Offer... Anything Goes" promotion invites meeting planners to submit requested dates, F&B and other meeting requirements—and then state the price they would be willing to pay for the entire package at any of its 24 upscale hotels, resorts, and conference centers in North America and Europe.

This unique hotel deal gives meeting planners the opportunity to take advantage of some of great venues at competitive prices. The Dolce staff will take any offer and evaluate each request individually. Even if the offered rates are too low, they will map out exactly what can be done for such rates and present alternative and/or creative suggestions to help seal the deal.

This would be the perfect opportunity to try out Dallas' own Dolce spot, the American Airlines Training & Conference Center (AAT&CC). Located just five minutes from DFW International Airport and 20 minutes from downtown, the Dallas conference center is nestled on 30 wooded acres of pure Texas beauty. Known for its superb service and excellent facilities, the AAT&CC offers 75,000 square feet of high-tech, IACC-certified Dallas meeting space complete with ergonomically designed conference rooms, wi-fi throughout the entire facility, as well as a full spectrum of AV equipment with on-site professional help.

The Dallas Dolce property is smack in the middle of the two major cities that make up the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and offers easy access to several area attractions such as Six Flags Over Texas; the Rangers Ballpark at Arlington, home of Texas Rangers Baseball; the brand new Cowboys Stadium, home to the one and only Dallas Cowboys; and several nationally renowned golf courses! The AAT&CC has complimentary shuttle service to and from DFW Airport (a rare find in Dallas), as well as to any location within five miles of the grounds. AAT&CC is obviously a great choice for business meetings in Dallas!

Don't miss out on the "Day Meeting Sale," good for 30 percent off select meeting packages. This Dallas promotion and the "Make Us an Offer...Anything Goes" hotel deal are good through December 18, 2009.

View more information on the American Airlines Training & Conference Center on the Cvent Supplier Network

Once a major hub and Dallas meeting place for farming and industrial goods, leisure and business travel, and one of the largest points of exchange in the Southwest, Union Station is still a thriving center of activity in the heart of downtown Dallas. This working train station boasts not only a convergence of different train lines (DART Rail, Amtrak, Trinity Railway Express), but also allows underground access to half of downtown, including the Hyatt Regency Dallas hotel, Reunion Tower (or that famously lit ball in the Dallas skyline), the Dallas Convention Center, and some of the city's most famous sites such as the Sixth Floor Museum and the grassy knoll.

Built in 1916 in the acclaimed Beaux Arts Classicism style, Union Station underwent a massive $23 million renovation in 2008 and has since been painstakingly restored to its former glory. Beginning with colossal 48-foot ceilings in the Grand Hall, Union Station affords visitors the chance to admire a variety of downtown architecture thanks to its huge arched windows that span an entire wall.

A Dallas event planner favorite for large, lavish affairs such as weddings, launch parties, and political events, Union Station offers versatile floor plans for gatherings of 10 to 850 guests, not to mention an awesome backdrop to any photo op.

Internationally renowned Wolfgang Puck Catering is the exclusive Dallas caterer for Union Station. Whether your event requires elegant cuisine for 10 or 2,000 diners, Puck's trained chefs prepare all items "a la minute" with fresh, high quality ingredients. Incidentally, Wolfgang's newest Dallas restaurant, Five Sixty, is located at the top of Reunion Tower, which offers a rotating 360-degree view of Dallas and is only a quick walk from Union Station via the climate-controlled tunnel.

Don't forget—you can find more special event facilities in Dallas for your events at Cvent's Dallas venue directory.

The Element Dallas Fort Worth Airport North opened recently, marking the brand's sixth hotel globally. This Starwood property is also the second Element hotel in Texas and among the first hotel in the Dallas area to pursue the U.S. Green building Council's LEED certification for high-performance buildings.

This new Dallas hotel, just minutes from the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, offers 123 serene guest rooms equipped with 32-inch LCD televisions, ergonomic desk chairs and complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access.

The hotel also has two Dallas meeting spaces for planners. Its largest meeting space measures in at 106.84 square feet. A productive yet unique Dallas event facility, the hotel offers a 50-inch plasma screen and audio-visual services with laptop connectivity and a DVD player in its multipurpose space.

Element delivers a no-compromise, eco-chic experience enhanced by comfortable and inspiring public spaces, modern touches and a smart design. Element Hotels is the first major hotel brand to mandate that all its properties pursue the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED certification.

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Attendees at your next Dallas event might be looking for something to do post-meeting, but if you host it at the InterContinental Hotel Dallas, they definitely won’t be let down! This Dallas meeting hotel is just moments from several North Dallas attractions, such as Addison Circle, Village on the Parkway, and more.
 
Addison Circle is a suburban town center spanning only 4.3 miles—but don’t be fooled by its small size! With more than 170 restaurants, abundant evening entertainment, and frequent town-sponsored special events, this charming area offers something for all your guests. The next stop for your Dallas event attendees to check out is Village on the Parkway.  This unique, outdoor Mediterranean-style area is perfect for a daytime stroll, and offers a wide variety of luxury shopping, eclectic galleries, relaxing day spas, and fine dining choices. Some other fun Dallas attractions to consider near the Intercontinental Hotel include an Improv Comedy Club, just two blocks away, or the Mary Kay Museum, just a 3 minute drive.

Back at the hotel, guests can experience a full-service health & fitness center on-site or relax at the InterContinental Hotel Dallas’ spa. If your meeting requires large facilities, this Dallas event venue also has over 100,000 square feet of meeting space, and a 25,400 square foot ballroom that can seat up to 3,000 people. With activities galore and meeting space to accommodate groups of any size, the InterContinental Hotel Dallas is an ideal site for your next meeting!

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Need to think outside the box? Planning on bringing a group of forward thinking, art loving, funky music grooving professionals to Dallas for meetings? Bring them to the always eclectic Deep Ellum neighborhood!

This revitalized warehouse district is known as one of Dallas' trendiest spots and is just a quick three-block jaunt east of downtown. It is home to some of Dallas' favorite bands, bars, and brick ovens. But don't let this take away from some very beautiful, very flexible historic meeting space. Deep Ellum is a fully functional urban community full of thriving businesses, state of the art residential living, and an abundance of unique shops.

Take, for example, Gallery 2910, located at 2910 Commerce Street. A relatively new fine art gallery, this gem is filled with original works from an eclectic selection of talented career artists. The gallery has limited hours to the public and makes an excellent option for corporate events, fundraisers, or cocktail affairs from 50 to 100 people, depending on room set-up.

A quick walk down Commerce takes you to a cute urban loft called Leroy Studios. This studio offers 2,000 square feet of unique space and is most commonly used for photo shoots, casting calls, tastings, and the like—perfect for smaller gatherings or business meetings in Dallas.

Another spot to definitely keep on the list is Space Studios, located at 2814 Main Street. This historic Dallas special event facility hosts everything from yoga classes (bikram yoga, no less) to CD release parties to Dallas weddings, and much more. There is plenty of open space for your corporate affair or launch party and a fully-equipped staff ready to help pull off even the most exclusive event. Top notch!

For more information on Dallas wedding venues, corporate facilities, conference centers and more, visit Cvent's Dallas venue directory.

There's a new Dallas hotel on the scene. InterContinental Hotels Group has announced the Crowne Plaza Dallas Downtown hotel will open within the month.

"We’re pleased to bring our fifth Crowne Plaza to the Dallas area, especially in such a convenient location for business travelers," said Gina LaBarre, vice president, Brand Delivery, the Americas, IHG, in a statement.  "There are several major employers in the area that will benefit from the meetings-savvy products and services that only a Crowne Plaza can provide."

The Dallas hotel, which underwent a $14 million hotel renovation from the former Hampton Inn Dallas-West End-Convention Center, will feature 300 guest rooms and suites and 22 meeting rooms. Together, it offers over 22,000 square feet of Dallas meeting space that can accommodate up to 2,000 attendees.

After a long day of breakout sessions and presentations, meeting guests can unwind at the hotel's new Ten15 Elm restaurant or THRIVE nightclub. Here, patrons kick back to the sounds of local and celebrity DJs while enjoying hand-crafted cocktails. The hotel will also feature a fitness center and ninth-floor roof top pool with panoramic views of the Dallas skyline.

Located in the heart of downtown Dallas, the Crowne Plaza is convenient to the historic West End District and thriving Uptown area. Guests can easily walk to major Dallas attractions, including the Dallas Convention Center, House of Blues and Dallas Aquarium.

View more information about the Crowne Plaza Dallas Downtown on the Cvent Supplier Network

Looking for posh and totally exclusive? Have clients you want to impress? Try The Joule Dallas!

One of the newest, most elegant Dallas boutique hotels, The Joule is the latest addition to the city’s push to reintroduce sophistication into its hospitality scene. Designed by Adam Tihany, the same man who did Le Cirque in NYC, this Neo-Gothic hotel spared no expense when it came to its design and amenities. Case in point: the in-room phone has a one-touch call button to the flagship Neiman Marcus right next door! This upscale hotel also includes a 1,500-square-foot deluxe gym, in-room spa services, a library, and more than 2,300 square feet of Dallas meeting space.

The Joule is also home to Charlie Palmer’s signature restaurant, Charlie Palmer at the Joule, as well as a retail wine shop Next Vintage, which serves the rooftop lounge. What’s so special about the rooftop lounge? That would be the boldly designed, cantilevered rooftop pool that actually juts out over the edge of the building with only a thick layer of glass separating swimmers from the earth below!

Don’t let this bit of luxury scare you, though. For those looking to truly impress important business clients, or for Dallas event planners who need to plan an upscale off-site event without those pesky getaway fees (like, say, airfare), The Joule is the place. It boasts the air of sophistication the best hotels of NYC, all from the heart of Texas!

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As summer slowly starts to loosen its sweltering grip on Dallas, prime real estate starts to heat up. And by prime real estate, I mean being anywhere with a decent patio. One such place is The Belmont Hotel.

This Dallas boutique hotel is supremely located west of downtown and just north of ubercool, and very beautiful, Kessler Park. Sitting atop a stone bluff hill, it boasts one of the best unobstructed views of the Dallas skyline. This mellow Dallas venue plays host to some of the city's hippest, most eclectic crowds who sip on famous Eco-tinis (made with organic vodka) while enjoying poolside music under the stars.

In addition to having undergone a major renovation, The Belmont is located right in the middle of an up and coming neighborhood that is also undergoing a little urban rejuvenation of its own. It’s perfectly situated along the Trinity River, which, once the Trinity River project comes full circle, will be a hub of activity, full of swanky bars, retail shops, and easy access to hiking and biking. With 68 rooms, most of which open onto gardens and courtyards, this Dallas hotel is a great place to bring smaller business groups or to use an an option for escaping the hullabaloo of downtown during busy conventions.

In addition to the hotel’s remodel, the restaurant formerly known as The Cliff Café has undergone a renovation and concept overhaul. The Dallas restaurant re-emerged as SMOKE, an homage to old fashioned barbecue. Bringing hardwood cooking from scratch and authentic Southern flavor to Dallas, SMOKE is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

With competitive rates that afford the close proximity to downtown without the jumble, The Belmont Hotel is definitely a hotel to consider for your meeting attendees when planning a Dallas event!

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Blues festivals, auto shows, wine tastings, NCA championships, high school graduations...the list goes on and on. Where am I? The Dallas Convention Center of course.

This massive facility has been a staple in the heart of downtown Dallas since its construction in 1957. Over the years, it has been home to professional sports teams, annual cheerleading competitions and auto shows, in addition to hosting Texas-sized events such as the Texas Bridal Show (the end all, be all of Texas Bridal shows!) and the annual Mary Kay convention.

The convention center itself is over two million square feet and boasts more than one million square feet of exhibit space and a 203,000-square-foot, column-free space, making it an attractive spot for concerts, large-scale conferences, and sporting events. The complex also has a 1,740-person theater, more than 100 meeting rooms, two gigantic Dallas ballrooms, and what is rumored to be the world’s largest heliport. Pretty impressive!

With the impending addition of the 1,000-room convention center hotel, run by Irving-based Omni Hotels, the center's "hot" factor is set to skyrocket when hotel doors open in 2012. After all, the Dallas hotel's plans for connecting atriums and walkways will allow for better access to events, dining, and nightlife in the immediate area.

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The French Room, a lavishly decorated, elegant restaurant at Dallas’ The Adolphus Hotel, was recognized as a 2009 AAA Five Diamond Award Winner in January.  The French Room is the only restaurant in Texas to hold this prestigious award in the travel industry. Plus, it has received the award for an impressive 20 consecutive years, making it one of only three restaurants in North America to have received the award for that duration.

The luxury and exceptional service at The French Room doesn’t end when guests retreat to their hotel rooms, though.  The baroque style of The Adolphus Hotel resonates from the extravagant exterior to the Queen Anne furnishings and specially-commissioned fabrics in each room. 

In addition to the 422 guestrooms (including 16 luxury suites and 123 junior suites), The Adolphus boasts 22 meeting rooms and more than 24,000 square feet of flexible meeting space.  Host banquets, galas, conferences and more in the 5,300-square-foot Grand Ballroom.

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Last month the city of Dallas voted "Yes" on the new 1,016-room Omni Dallas Convention Center hotel. Now, the Dallas City Council has approved an ordinance to authorize the sale of $514 million in Dallas Convention Center Revenue bonds to secure financing for the hotel, set to open in 2012.

Mayor Tom Leppert, a major proponent of the hotel project, said the vote was the right move, as he expects an upturn in the economy, according to The Dallas Morning News.

"This hotel is not going to be in place for several years, and we believe we are going to be able to capture that upturn," he said.

As of now, the Dallas Convention and Visitors Bureau reports that 172,000 tentative room night bookings are scheduled at the hotel in coming years.

The Dallas hotel will feature over 80,000 square feet of meeting space.

June has only just begun, but in Dallas, it's never too early for some football. Or rather, a grand opening of a football stadium. This Saturday, the city unveils is brand new Cowboys Stadium with its first Dallas event, a George Strait concert.

The self-described "home of true Texas Sized Hospitality," the stadium will not only serve as home football games and performances, but also to your Dallas meetings, conferences, galas and social events! It boasts over 22 flexible Dallas event venues.

Adjacent to the field, the Miller Lite Club has room for up to 400 guests, while the Cowboys Locker Room is an inspiring venue for up to 200 people. Smaller meetings and corporate functions can convene in dedicated meeting rooms, while larger receptions of up to 2,500 people are better suited to the facilities on the Main Level, Silver Level and Upper Concourse Level, all of which feature amazing views of the stadium and city.

Luxury suites are also available, and the new Cowboys Stadium offers top-notch catering services and technology to suit Dallas meeting planners' needs.

If you're not in need of a venue rental, the stadium also offers groups the chance to tour the spectacular $1.15 billion facility—a great option for memorable Dallas entertainment.