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About Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center
The Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center in Boston is a premier venue for large-scale conventions, exhibitions, and events. Located at 415 Summer Street in the Seaport District, the BCEC combines expansive space with convenient access to transit, on-site parking, and a gateway to the thriving Seaport neighborhood. Known for hosting historic gatherings like Macworld and Seafood Expo North America, the center remains a versatile setting for conferences, trade shows, and major industry events.
Whether you’re attending a multi-day trade show or a single-day conference, you’ll find flexible layouts, dedicated exhibit halls, and a grand ballroom designed to accommodate thousands of guests. We’ve got you covered when it comes to securing tickets or event access, parking tips, and nearby lodging and dining recommendations to keep your plans simple and straightforward.
Venue details at a glance: - Address: 415 Summer Street, Boston, MA 02210 - Size: ~2,100,000 total sq ft; ~516,000 sq ft contiguous exhibit space; 82 meeting rooms; 40,020 sq ft ballroom - Seating: Ballroom max seated ~3,120; ballroom max reception ~5,370; entire conference space max reception ~16,000; Exhibit Halls A, B, C offer expansive floor space - Parking: Onsite BCEC South Lot with self-parking and valet; offsite options in the South Boston Waterfront - Transit: MBTA Silver Line World Trade Center stop; World Trade Center Station nearby; ~15-minute walk to South Station - Nearby hotels and dining: Adjacent Westin Boston Waterfront, Seaport Hotel and other Seaport-area properties within easy walking distance - Notable events: Macworld Conference & Expo, Seafood Expo North America (SENA), PAX East, New England Auto Show For planning, consider the venue layout (Exhibit Halls A–C and the ballroom) as standalone spaces for each event date, and rely on official floor plans and interactive diagrams available through partner platforms. If you’re bringing a larger crew, secure your access early and coordinate with venue staff for setup requirements and AV needs. For accommodations and dining, we’ll connect you with trusted partner hotels and restaurants nearby to make your stay seamless.
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- Address: 415 Summer Street, Boston, MA 02210.
- Venue type and size: large convention and exhibition center with ~2,100,000 total sq ft; ~516,000 sq ft contiguous exhibit space; 82 meeting rooms; a 40,020 sq ft ballroom.
- Seating and capacity: Ballroom max seated approx. 3,120; ballroom max reception approx. 5,370; entire conference space max reception around 16,000; exhibit halls A/B/C together around 516,000 sq ft.
- Seating chart / floor plans: floor plans include Exhibit Halls A, B, C and a large ballroom, with interactive floor plans offered by event platforms.
- Parking: onsite BCEC South Lot with self-parking; valet available; offsite options in the South Boston Waterfront; rates reviewed/adjusted in 2025.
- Transit: MBTA Silver Line World Trade Center stop; nearby World Trade Center Station; 15-minute walk from South Station.
- Nearby hotels: adjacent Westin Boston Waterfront; numerous Seaport-area hotels (e.g., Seaport Hotel) within easy walking distance.
- Notable events hosted: Macworld Conference & Expo (inaugural BCEC host in 2004), New England Auto Show (moved to BCEC in the mid-2000s), Seafood Expo North America (SENA), PAX East (gaming convention).
- Renaming: renamed to Thomas Michael Menino Convention and Exhibition Center in July 2025; no demolition.