We are delighted that your meeting is taking place in the Horse Capital of the World! More cosmopolitan than metropolitan, Lexington's world-renowned sites border on the dramatic. The city's first-class facilities, easy accessibility and unique attractions make it an appealing alternative for conventions and meetings of all sizes and types.

Getting Here is Easy

• We're located within 600 miles of 75% of the U.S. population, at the major junction of interstates 75 and 64. (See map )

• Blue Grass Airport is just 10 minutes from downtown, with Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati International Airport, the second largest hub in North America, only 83 miles away via I-75. All the downtown hotels, and many others, offer free airport shuttles.

Convention Facilities and Services are Convenient and Affordable

• Convenient proximity to restaurants, entertainment and shopping including four malls and over 200 area antique shops.

• The Lexington Convention Center has undergone a $50 million renovation and expansion.The new center is well equipped to handle multiple concurrent events. Wireless high-speed internet access is available throughout.

• Ample downtown parking for convention and meeting attendees.

The Setting is Scenic, Safe and Friendly

• The city is surrounded by beautifully manicured horse farms, where fences and green fields seem to extend forever.

• City volunteers welcome with warmth, grace and style at information booths and help coordinate restaurant reservations and personalized recreational activities.

If you are a Meeting Planner researching places to hold your meeting, you'll want to visit the Meeting Planning section of our website.

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