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About Reno - Sparks Convention Center

The Reno – Sparks Convention Center is a premier event facility in Reno, Nevada, offering expansive spaces for conventions, expos, and large-scale gatherings. Opened in 1965 as Centennial Coliseum and later renovated and renamed, the center now handles conventions with a total meeting space around 600,000 square feet and a maximum capacity reaching 36,100. The complex features five contiguous Exhibit Halls, a 30,000-square-foot Ballroom, and 53 meeting rooms, making it a versatile option for events of varying sizes.

Whether you’re attending a concert, trade show, or conference, you’ll find detailed floor plans for the Exhibit Halls, Ballroom, and Meeting Rooms to help you locate your space. The center sits at 4590 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502, placing it close to downtown Reno with convenient access to major lodging and dining options, as well as robust parking and public transit access.

Secure your seats with our straightforward buying process. We’ve got you covered with reliable guidance on parking, transit, and nearby accommodations. For the best value, consider affiliate partner hotels and nearby dining options to complement your event experience. If you’re coming in from out of town or planning a multi-day event, the Reno–Sparks area offers plenty of options to suit your schedule and budget.

  • The convention center provides multiple lots (A–F) with thousands of spaces. Example available spaces include Lot A (111), Lot B (386), Lot B1 (269), Lot B2 (96), Lot C (916), Lot E (337), and Lot F (41). Arrive early to secure convenient access and minimize walking distance.
  • Transit: RTC Washoe serves the area with the RTC RIDE system. Nearby stops include S Virginia St by the convention center, offering easy connections to downtown and other neighborhoods.
  • Nearby Hotels: The Reno–Sparks region offers more than 15,000 hotel rooms within a short drive. The Atlantis SkyBridge connects to the Atlantis resort, providing a direct link for guests staying there. Other nearby properties range from full-service hotels to budget-friendly options, all within easy reach of the venue.
  • Nearby Dining: Area restaurants cover a wide range of cuisines. Consider local favorites and affiliate partner dining options to complement your event schedule.
  • Venue Details: Five contiguous Exhibit Halls, a 30,000 sq ft Ballroom, and 53 meeting rooms provide flexible configurations. Floor plans and space-by-space seating data are available for planning purposes to help you quickly locate your space.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and type: Reno-Sparks Convention Center, a convention facility located at 4590 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502.
  • Space and capacity: ~600,000 sq ft of total meeting space; maximum capacity listed as 36,100.
  • Layout: five contiguous Exhibit Halls, a 30,000 sq ft Ballroom, and 53 meeting rooms.
  • Seating/chart resources: floor plans and space-by-space seating data available (see Exhibit Halls, Ballroom, and Meeting Rooms in detailed floor plan).
  • Parking: multiple lots (A–F) with thousands of spaces (e.g., Lot A 111, Lot B 386, Lot B1 269, Lot B2 96, Lot C 916, Lot E 337, Lot F 41).
  • Transit: served by RTC Washoe; nearby stops include S Virginia St by the convention center; RTC operates the RTC RIDE system.
  • Nearby hotels: more than 15,000 hotel rooms nearby; Atlantis skybridge connects to a nearby resort.
  • Notable events: Elvis Presley In Concert (1976), The Beach Boys (1964), Glen Campbell (1965), Def Leppard (1980), Grateful Dead (1982).
  • Renaming/history: opened in 1965 as Centennial Coliseum; later renovated and renamed Reno-Sparks Convention Center; not demolished.