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About Greater Tacoma Convention And Trade Center
Welcome to your straightforward, reliable source for events at the Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center. Located at 1500 Commerce Street in Tacoma, WA, this 119,000 square foot convention and exhibition hub hosts large trade shows, conferences, and community events year-round. We’ve got you covered with practical details on seating capacities, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining options to help you secure your tickets with ease.
Whether you’re attending a multifloor expo in Exhibit Hall 2 (theatre capacity up to 14,300) or a more intimate ballroom gathering in Ballroom A&B (theatre capacity up to 650), you’ll find planning insights below so you can move from inquiry to confirmation quickly and confidently.
From on-site parking in the garage under the building to direct access via Tacoma Link Light Rail, the center is designed for smooth arrivals and efficient departures. With over 1,200 Tacoma-area hotel rooms within walking distance—including the adjoining Marriott Tacoma Downtown—plus a curated list of affiliate partner hotels and dining options, you can focus on the event itself. For performers and organizers, the facility continues to host major conventions, from Horizons Economic Forecast to the Tacoma Tattoo Expo and beyond. If you’re organizing or attending, we’ve got you covered with practical, no-pressure guidance to secure your seats and plan your visit.
Note: Event dates and details may vary by show. Always check the current listing for the specific event you’re attending for the most accurate information.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 1500 Commerce Street, Tacoma, WA 98402.
- Venue type: Convention center / exhibition center with 119,000 sq ft total space (50,000 sq ft exhibition hall; 13,650 sq ft ballroom).
- Seating/chart options: Floor plans show room-by-room capacities (e.g., Exhibit Hall 1 theatre 7,812; Exhibit Hall 2 theatre 14,300; Exhibit Hall 3 theatre 6,600; Ballroom A theatre 400; Ballroom A&B theatre 650).
- Parking: On-site parking with a garage under the building; 400 spaces cited in standard references.
- Transit: Tacoma Link Light Rail stop directly in front of the center (Convention Center/S. 15th Street).
- Nearby hotels: Over 1,200 Tacoma-area hotel rooms within walking distance, including the adjoining Marriott Tacoma Downtown.
- Notable events: Hosts large trade shows, conferences, and events (examples listed include Horizons Economic Forecast, Lincoln Day Banquet, Tacoma Tattoo Expo).
- Renamed: In 2017, Tacoma Venues & Events rebranded, dropping the '& Trade Center' from the facility’s branding.