Meetings the Gulf Coast Way

Simple to plan. Easy to run.

Meet like a Texan, play on the coast. Corpus Christi combines a walkable Bayfront convention district, full-service hotels, easy in-and-out travel time, and destination support that keeps planning simple and programs on track, all with our signature South Texas hospitality. Salt in the air, steady breezes, and a setting that feels easy once you’re in it.

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Corpus Christi at a Glance

Bayfront Convention Complex

A compact convention district that keeps attendees and programming connected

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Tailored for Your Group

Small association events to large conventions, we have the space for your group

10,000 Hotel Rooms

Over 1,800 rooms within 3 miles of the convention center complex

Easy Access

Average of ~12-minute drive from Corpus Christi International Airport to Downtown

Value-Forward Planning

Competitive rates and incentives for qualifying events

Turnkey Experiences

Coastal offsites and programming that support attendance and engagement

An Easy-to-Navigate Bayfront Convention District

The Hilliard Center anchors a concentrated convention district along the water. Attendees move easily between sessions, hotels, and offsite venues without complex transportation planning. Or as locals like to say, everything is just ~12 minutes away.

Key Specs

138,000 square feet of total space
76,500 square feet of exhibit space
Two ballrooms at 25,000 and 18,500 square feet
Multiple breakout rooms

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Stay Connected

The Omni Corpus Christi Hotel and Holiday Inn Downtown Marina are within walking distance, creating a connected experience for room blocks, meetings, and networking.

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Coastal Experiences That Drive Attendee Engagement

Yoga on the beach post-meeting? Pre-event birdwatching in America’s Birdiest City? An extended stay with trips to the Texas State Aquarium or a show at Concrete Street Amphitheater? Here, building an agenda that supports engagement and increases attendee value is as easy as a coastal breeze.

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Built for Your Group Type

Associations

Focused programs with strong value and support

Student & Youth

Compact logistics and schedule-friendly layouts

Sports Groups

Facilities, housing, and celebration venues aligned

SMERF & Reunions

Meaningful settings with strong destination coordination

Meetings by Group Type

Trusted by Planners, Executives and Attendees Alike

A Team That Supports Your Program — and ROI

When it comes to meeting support, we’re kind of the blueprint for rockstar execution. Our team works as an extension of your planning team from sourcing through execution.