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About Blair County Convention Center

Welcome to Blair County Convention Center, a two-story, versatile venue in the heart of Altoona. With a 55,000 square foot footprint, the facility hosts a range of events from conventions and fundraisers to large concerts and expos. The bright, expandable spaces include a 15,000 sq ft ballroom, a 24,000 sq ft exhibit hall, and 11 well-equipped meeting rooms. Whether you’re planning a large-scale show or an intimate gathering, we’ve got you covered with practical details and trusted partner recommendations to make your visit smooth from arrival to post-event.

Seating configurations vary by event. An interactive seating chart is available for Blair County Convention Center events through TickPick to help you pick the best seats for you. For parking, you’ll find ample free options with over 300 surface spaces plus a connected parking garage offering 400+ spaces. Public transit access is available via Altoona AMTRAN, with routes connecting downtown Altoona and the Transit Center for easy travel. Read on for nearby hotels and dining that pair perfectly with your event plans.

The Blair County Convention Center hosts a wide array of events—from boat shows and RV expos to dinosaur exhibits and food & wine shows—made possible by its flexible spaces and robust facilities. There’s no demolition or renaming to worry about; the venue remains a stable cornerstone of Altoona’s event scene. If you’re handling production, sponsorships, or simply attending, we’ll help you secure your seats and coordinate logistics with trusted partners for a streamlined experience.

Nearby hotels and dining options offer convenient stays and meals before or after events. The adjacent Country Inn & Suites by Radisson provides comfortable lodging just steps away, while Holiday Inn and Hampton Inn are within a short drive for broader options. For the best experience, consider reserving accommodations and dining through our recommended partners to ensure location, timing, and value align with your event schedule.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: One Convention Center Drive, Altoona, PA 16602.
  • Venue type: Convention center (two-story facility with ballroom, exhibit hall, and meeting spaces).
  • Total space: about 55,000 square feet; Ballroom: 15,000 sq ft; Exhibit hall: 24,000 sq ft; 11 meeting rooms.
  • Ballroom capacity: up to approximately 1,000 guests (configurations vary).
  • Seating chart: interactive seating charts are available from TickPick for Blair County Convention Center events.
  • Parking: free; over 300 surface spaces plus a connected parking garage with 400+ spaces.
  • Transit: served by Altoona AMTRAN (public bus system); transit access referenced via routes to downtown Altoona and the Transit Center.
  • Nearby hotels: attached Country Inn & Suites by Radisson; additional hotels within a short drive (Holiday Inn; Hampton Inn; others within ~5-10 minutes).
  • Notable events hosted: conventions, large fundraisers, concerts; exhibit hall hosts boat shows, RV shows, dinosaur expos, and food & wine shows.
  • Renamed/demolished: no demolition or renaming; current name and operation status are active.