Whether you're planning an intimate board retreat or a 50,000-person citywide convention, the answers to your most important planning questions; space, hotels, access, safety, sustainability, and destination experiences -are right here.
Anaheim Convention Center
The Anaheim Convention Center (ACC) is the largest convention center on the West Coast, offering a flexible, attendee-friendly campus in the heart of Anaheim’s convention district.
- 1.8 million sq. ft. of event space
- 7,500 seat Arena
- 99 Meeting Rooms
- 38,000 – 238,000 sq. ft. of ballroom space
- 200,000 sq. ft. outdoor event space
- Walkable access to hotels, restaurants, and entertainment
- Designed for scalable meetings, conventions, and citywide events
- Explore our ACC Spec Guide
Hotel Accommodations
Anaheim’s concentrated hotel inventory creates a seamless attendee experience with accommodations for every program size and budget.
- 14,000+ hotel rooms within walking distance of the ACC
- Full-service, luxury, select-service, and extended-stay options
- Major convention hotels connected to or adjacent to meeting venues
- Flexible room blocks for citywide and mid-size meetings
- Convenient access to dining, attractions, and nightlife
Access: Airports & Transportation
Anaheim is centrally located in Southern California and easily accessible for domestic and international attendees.
- Served by 4 nearby airports including John Wayne Airport (SNA), Long Beach Airport (LGB), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), and Ontario International Airport (ONT)
- Rideshare, shuttle, and charter transportation options available
- Accessible to major Southern California attractions and destinations
- Convenient freeway and regional transportation access
Hotels & Off-Site Venues
Anaheim offers a diverse mix of meeting hotels and off-site venues that help planners extend experiences beyond the convention center walls.
Destination Experiences
Anaheim blends business and leisure with entertainment, dining, and attractions that elevate attendee engagement.
- Home to world-renowned attractions and entertainment
- Diverse culinary scene featuring chef-driven restaurants and local favorites
- Sports, nightlife, concerts, and live entertainment nearby
- Outdoor experiences and Southern California recreation
- Just 20 miles from the nearest beach!
- Ideal for pre- and post-event programming
Weather
Anaheim’s year-round climate supports indoor and outdoor events in every season.
- Average annual temperature of approximately 70°F
- Nearly 300 sunny days annually
- Mild winters and warm, comfortable summers
- Ideal for outdoor receptions and networking events
- Consistent weather supports year-round meeting planning
Sustainability
Anaheim continues advancing sustainability initiatives across its hospitality and meetings ecosystem.
- Sustainability efforts across hotels, venues, and attractions
- Focus on waste reduction and resource conservation
- Walkable convention district supports reduced transportation usage
- Energy-efficient and environmentally conscious venue operations
- Growing emphasis on responsible meetings and events practices
Future Developments
Anaheim’s continued investment in hospitality and entertainment is shaping the future of meetings and conventions.
- Major entertainment and mixed-use developments underway
- Expanding dining, nightlife, and attendee experience offerings
- Continued investment in public spaces and infrastructure
- New opportunities for immersive off-site programming
- Developments like OCVIBE are redefining the convention district experience
Destination Services & Planning Support
Visit Anaheim serves as a strategic partner for meeting and event planners, providing local expertise and destination support to help streamline planning and enhance the attendee experience.
- Complimentary planning assistance and destination expertise
- Venue sourcing and hotel coordination support
- Recommendations for trusted local vendors and service providers
- Assistance with attendee experiences and off-site programming
- Access to local resources, promotional materials, and planning tools
Anaheim is more than a meeting and convention destination — it is an evolving city built around the science of hospitality. With world-class infrastructure, a safety record that consistently leads the nation, a year-round warm climate, and a Golden Decade of investment underway, Anaheim equips planners to deliver exceptional events today while offering an even more extraordinary destination tomorrow.
