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Exhibition Center


The Exhibition Center's appeal is universal. Over 68,000 square feet of flexible space in our Assembly Hall, Exhibition Halls and nine meeting rooms have attracted nearly 350,000 attendees a year to every imaginable type of consumer and trade show. Enthusiasts enjoy events such as Papermania, Bridal Expo, Snowsports Expo, Record Convention, Star Talent Competition, CT Groundskeepers Convention, 1st Company Governor's Foot Guard Dog Show… and many more.


A variety of groups find the Exhibition Center the ideal spot to host successful trade shows, business and professional association gatherings, seminars, plus private meetings and receptions, which attract delegates and attendees from throughout the state and region.






Exhibition Center Floor Plan     back to top






Room Configurations     back to top


Room Square Feet Ceiling Capacities Exhibition Booths
      Theater* Classroom** Banquet*** 10'X10' 8'X10'
Assembly Hall
   
16,080 18' 1,200 600 900 82 92
East Exhibition Hall 20,000 18' 2,000 900 1,100 90 110
West Exhibition Hall 32,775 18' n/a n/a n/a 152 144
Total Exhibition Hall
       
68,855 18'       324 346
Meeting Room 1 370 10' 24 12 20    
Meeting Room 2 730 10' 50 30 40    
Meeting Room 3 530 10' 50 30 40    
Meeting Room 4 1,440 18' 150 70 80    
Meeting Room 5 1,440 18' 150 70 80    
Meeting Room 6 1,440 18' 150 70 80    
Meeting Room 7 1,440 18' 150 70 80    
Meeting Room 8 6,900 18' 600 275 450    
Meeting Room 9 6,900 18' 600 275 450    
Lower Lobby 3,700 11'          
Upper Lobby 2,400 8'9"          

*based on rows of chairs    **based on 30" tables    ***based on 5' tables





Exhibition Center At A Glance

West Exhibition Hall total square feet 32,775
East Exhibition Hall total square feet 20,000
Assembly Hall total square feet 16,080
9 Meeting Rooms total square feet 370 - 6,900



Services and Specifications

Hot and cold running water in limited areas
Compressed air by special arrangement
Full line of audio visual, lighting and electrical equipment



Power

120 volt, three phase
208 volt, single phase
489 volt, single phase
single drops
24 hour power



Audio Capabilities

PA system throughout
Meeting rooms can be handled individually or in combination
Portable sound systems are available for rent



Event Staff

XL Center security personnel, ushers, ticket takers and guest service representatives are well trained and - due to our busy year-round lineup of events - highly experienced in providing support services. Whether a guest is trying to find a seat, has a question, or makes a special request, these event professionals are easy to spot, quick to respond and eager to help.



Event Information

Our Box Office Information Line, (860) 727-8010 provides general information and up to date event schedules 24 hours a day. Persons with disabilities may call (860) 249-7528 for information and ticketing and our hearing impaired TTD/TTY Information Line is (860) 549-7706.



Ticketing

Tickets may be purchased in person at the XL Center Box Office, at Ticketmaster outlets, by telephone at (860) 525-4500, (203) 744-8100 or (203) 624-0033 or online at www.ticketmaster.com.



Customer Service

The key to an enjoyable experience is in the details. That's why we strive to accommodate all of our guests with extensive and efficiently run services from the first contact with us through the event itself. All personnel must go through our "Fans First" training program that focuses on customer service.



Parking

The Civic Center has attached mall parking as well as nearby outdoor lots. Special rate arrangements can be made for Exhibitors



Building policies

To view our building policies, please click here.


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