Why Little Rock
Why choose Little Rock for your next meeting or convention? It’s a city that combines big-city amenities with small-town charm, offering everything you need to host an unforgettable event.
Attendees will love our walkable downtown filled with award-winning restaurants, vibrant nightlife, and rich cultural attractions—all just steps from our meeting venues. Plus, our centralized location and convenient transportation options make it easy for everyone to get here. Let Little Rock’s unique blend of hospitality, affordability, and charm make your event truly memorable.
Reasons to Meet in Little Rock, Arkansas:
One call. One point of contact. One resource to help you plan one unforgettable meeting in Arkansas’s capital city. That’s the Little Rock advantage. So if you’re ready to create an event that meets all your needs while giving your attendees an experience they’re sure to enjoy, let us show you what’s possible. We’re ready to make you Big on Little Rock.
State-of-the-art facilities
Statehouse Convention Center
Little Rock’s Statehouse Convention Center is home to more than 220,000 square feet of meeting and exhibit space featuring on-site audiovisual, security and telecommunications professionals and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout. The pre-function space of the 18,000-square foot ballroom offers majestic views of the Arkansas River. Adjacent to downtown’s River Market Entertainment District, the convention center is connected to the Little Rock Marriott with 418 guest rooms and an additional 40,000 square feet of meeting space, making your meetings convenient and accessible with everything under one roof.
Robinson Center
The historic 1939 Robinson Center serves as Little Rock’s premier performing arts facility and recently underwent a $70 million renovation. The facility includes a multipurpose performance hall featuring 2,222 seats and a contemporary 25,000-square foot conference center. The center’s four flexible meeting rooms also offer access to a 5,000-square foot outdoor terrace with beautiful views of the Arkansas River.
As a LEED Gold-certified venue, the building is also one of the few in the country to be both LEED certified and designated on the National Register of Historic Places list. Robinson Center is attached to the DoubleTree by Hilton Little Rock, with 288 guest rooms. Combined, the two properties provide close to 40,000 square feet of flexible meeting space.
Shop, dine and drink in Little Rock
River Market District
When it comes to great shopping and delicious cuisine, go where the locals go — the River Market District in downtown Little Rock.
When you have a break from meetings or networking sessions, visit LUV boutique for the perfect attire ranging from casual to business wear. You can find Little Rock themed souvenirs, toys, postcards and more at Shop the Rock, or pick up some local barbecue sauce or homemade jellies and jams at 4Square Café & Gifts.
For a private dinner meeting or a quiet spot for a casual night out with your group, Copper Grill has been delighting taste buds for more than 10 years. Dine alfresco on the patio and enjoy views of the city or find a spot at the bar with a cocktail in hand before making your way into the dining room.
Food & Drink
Nothing defines a city quite like its food, and Little Rock’s expansive menu of southern cuisine, local restaurants, craft breweries, bars and cafés is what makes us the dining capital of Arkansas.
Food is synonymous with Southern culture and defines its communities. As Arkansas’s capital city, Little Rock is home to iconic establishments that have earned their places as dining institutions, as well as a wide selection of contemporary favorites serving up amazing tastes in unique settings.
Beyond Meetings
Once the day’s meetings end, attendees can explore the area’s historic sites along the U.S. Civil Rights Trail. Home to six of the multi-state trail’s 100 sites, Little Rock history runs deep, including the Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site, designated as a top 10 trail destination.
Clinton Presidential Center
If you’re interested in presidential history, the William J. Clinton Presidential Center is located within Riverfront Park and features a variety of cultural and educational programming throughout the year. The library’s permanent collection takes a look at the work of the 42nd President of the United States — Bill Clinton — including timelines and exhibits for each of his presidencies, an exact replica of the Oval Office, the presidential limousine and more.
The center is a LEED Platinum-certified venue, has earned two Green Globes from the Green Building Initiative and features 20,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, making it a unique destination for special events and conventions.
If your attendees are nature enthusiasts, they can explore the waterways and paths along the Arkansas River Trail. From kayaking to Segway tours to going for a stroll along the Big Dam Bridge — North America’s longest pedestrian and bicycle bridge — exercise and refreshing views are steps away from the downtown area.
Riverfront Park
At Riverfront Park, attendees can enjoy a relaxing break at the park’s sculpture garden, and when night falls, they can take in the sights of the city’s three LED-illuminated downtown bridges for a light show. With 33 acres of urban parkland, the park also features the Peabody Splash Park for children and is home to First Security Amphitheater, Little Rock’s outdoor concert venue.
Getting here
Little Rock is the heart of Arkansas and center of the country. Getting to and around our city is a breeze. Click here for a full listing of transportation options to get to and around Little Rock.
Rock Region METRO Streetcar
Once your attendees are in the city, they can explore the city via the Rock Region METRO Streetcar, a 3.4-mile transit system connecting both visitors and locals with area accommodations, attractions, restaurants, meeting spaces and more throughout Little Rock and North Little Rock.
This affordable and fun mode of transportation makes exploring Little Rock easy with two routes running seven days a week. Download the NextBus app and discover the streetcar schedule and inquire about fares and stops throughout the city. Combined with a walkable downtown convention district, you can relax and enjoy the ease of exploring the city while in town for your event. From history and culture to shopping and nightlife, there’s plenty to see and do in downtown along the banks of the Arkansas River.
Let's start planning
Ready to plan your next meeting in Little Rock? Submit an RFP and the Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau team of experts will start working for you. From site inspections and locating the perfect facility for your needs to on-site visitor information booths and more, they’ll serve as your local resource to make your next event a success. Let them show you why your attendees will be "Big on Little Rock."