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About Austin Convention Center

Welcome to the Austin Convention Center, a landmark downtown venue that has long served as a flagship site for SXSW trade shows, conferences, and large conventions. Named the Neal Kocurek Memorial Austin Convention Center since 2004, this multi-purpose complex offers expansive exhibit halls, flexible meeting spaces, and robust transit access right in the heart of Austin, TX.

Whether you’re planning a trade show, conference, or expo, the center’s renovated footprint delivers modern amenities, extensive rentable space, and convenient logistics for organizers and attendees alike. Below you’ll find essential details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby accommodations and dining to help you secure your plans with ease.

Important note: The center is undergoing a major redevelopment (Unconventional ATX) with a target reopening in 2029, following SXSW 2025. We’ve got you covered with up-to-date information on current space usage, accessibility, and local options for lodging and meals. If you’re visiting for a show or expo, consider nearby hotels and restaurants recommended by our affiliate partners for convenient stays and dining during events.

For booking assistance, venue details, and to secure your tickets or exhibit space, rely on us as your trusted connection in the industry. We’ve got you.

Venue address: 500 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701

Transit: Capital Metro MetroRail stops adjacent and strong public transit access make getting to and from the center straightforward.

Parking: Two covered garages — 201 East Second Street (1,000 spaces) and 601 East Fifth Street (685 spaces) with height clearances approximately 6’9"–6’11".

Nearby hotels: Over 14,000 hotel rooms within about a one-mile radius, with multiple affiliate partner hotels offering convenient shuttle options and negotiated event rates.

Explore the scope of exhibit space: total rentable area is 620,000 sq ft (including 70,000 sq ft outdoors), with Exhibit Halls 1–5 totaling 247,052 sq ft and theater-style capacity across halls totaling 20,333 seats. Hall capacities: Hall 1 up to 4,032 (44,100 sq ft), Hall 2 up to 3,024 (32,640 sq ft), Hall 3 up to 4,392 (49,232 sq ft), Hall 4 up to 5,285 (79,525 sq ft), Hall 5 up to 3,600 (41,555 sq ft).

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 500 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701.
  • Venue type: Multi-purpose convention center; historically a flagship site for SXSW trade shows and large conventions.
  • Current exhibit space and seating: Exhibit Halls 1–5 total 247,052 sq ft with capacities per hall: Hall 1 (44,100 sq ft) up to 4,032; Hall 2 (32,640) up to 3,024; Hall 3 (49,232) up to 4,392; Hall 4 (79,525) up to 5,285; Hall 5 (41,555) up to 3,600; total theater-style capacity across halls 20,333.
  • Post-renovation space: 620,000 sq ft of rentable space (including 70,000 sq ft outdoors).
  • Parking: Two garages – 201 East Second Street (1,000 spaces) and 601 East Fifth Street (685 spaces); height clearances ~6’9”–6’11”.
  • Transit: Located downtown with Capital Metro MetroRail stops adjacent; strong public transit access.
  • Nearby hotels: About 14,000 hotel rooms within a one-mile radius of the center.
  • Notable events: Primary home base for SXSW activities (trade show, conferences) and other large conventions; the site hosts ongoing event programming and expo functions.
  • Renaming: Named Neal Kocurek Memorial Austin Convention Center in 2004 (formerly Austin Convention Center).
  • Demolition/redevelopment: The center is closing for a major redevelopment (Unconventional ATX) after SXSW 2025, with reopening targeted for 2029.