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Conventional wisdom dictates that if you need to find a perfect venue for your citywide or large scale event, look no further than the Golden State. California is home to the largest selection of convention centers in the country. We've made it uber easy for planners to find the perfect venue for their event and get connected to key influencers who have the resources, services and expertise to ensure the highest level of success.
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CONVENTION CENTERS
CITIES WITH CONVENTION AND CONFERENCE CENTERS
- Anaheim Largest Room ................................
- San Diego Largest Room ................................
- Los Angeles Largest Room ................................
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Convention Centers
- 155,000 sq. ft. 221,000 sq. ft.
- 276,363 sq. ft. 525,701 sq. ft.
- 210,685 sq. ft. 346,890 sq. ft.
- 249,962 sq. ft. 502,490 sq. ft.
- 60,000 sq. ft. 143,000 sq. ft.
- 76,000 sq. ft. 91,000 sq. ft.
- 43,653 sq. ft. 43,653 sq. ft.
- 122,500 sq. ft. 160,000 sq. ft.
- 28,359 sq. ft. 53,406 sq. ft.
- 71,280 sq. ft. 92,545 sq. ft
- 8,316 sq. ft. 31,675 sq. ft.
- 55,602 sq. ft. 66,371 sq. ft.
- 41,595 sq. ft. 69,325 sq. ft.
- 33,000 sq. ft. 45,960 sq. ft.
- 12,144 sq. ft. 27,860 sq. ft.
- 10,665 sq. ft. 19,150 sq. ft.
- 4,200 sf 6,708 sf
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- 1 sq. ft. 8,600 sq. ft.



