Why People Choose Lexington

- Kenny Ratliff, Kentucky Association of Mapping Professionals

"From our initial search for a venue, through the selection process, and executing our conference, the VisitLEX team was instrumental to its success. We are a volunteer driven organization, so the work they were able to do for us in contacting venues, setting up visits, and providing relevant information saved us loads of personal time. The information they provided for our attendees was very helpful for someone not familiar with the area. The staff we worked with were very responsive and always upbeat!"

- Len Noble, South Atlantic Shrine Convention

"I would highly recommend Visit Lex if you are planning any event in Lexington! They are wonderful!"

Dean Jones, Religious Conference Management Association (RCMA)

"Lexington is an overlooked gem! The team at VisitLEX is top-notch, eager to help make your event a success. Our attendees were eager to explore and found surprises at every turn. The Central Bank Center is a beautiful addition to the downtown event package, and the space, while beautiful, flows really well and makes for an 'easy to navigate' experience.

Lynne Valentic, Society for Academic Continuing Medical Education

"There's a certain grace to Lexington. Part Southern charm, part untamed spirit!"

Mike Rowan, American Orff-Schulwerk Association (AOSA)

"We were pleasantly surprised at what a delightful experience we had in Lexington. A vibrant downtown with numerous restaurants within walking distance and excellent meeting facilities at the Central Bank Center contributed to one of our most successful events in a long time. A lovely city with lovely people."

Amanda Riordan, Senior Vice President of Membership, American Ambulance Association

"VisitLEX and the city of Lexington rolled out the red carpet for our attendees, wrapping them in the kind of Southern hospitality you can't fake. Genuine, thoughtful, and warm at every turn. From airport signage to local gifts and unforgettable off-site experiences, Lexington delivered an exceptional and uniquely local experience that our members will be talking about for years to come."

Stephanie Kirschner, Cdfa, Society for Design Administration (SDA), EdSymposium 2025

"Lexington was the perfect host city for our national conference. Easy to navigate, full of charm, and incredibly welcoming. Our attendees raved about the hospitality and local flavor."

Cheri Tolle, Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network International Cancer Education Conference

"VisitLEX did all of the heavy lifting for us. They worked with our conference organizers in getting hotel bids for the meeting. They worked with our local host team on local opportunities for special events. And, they were at the airport when our attendees arrived, and they just were fantastic. Most of the attendees had never been in Kentucky or in Lexington, and they shared with me that they would really like to come back sometime, maybe bring family or friends for a visit as opposed to coming for a business event."

Sarah McGill, First Responder Institute

"I was shocked by how much VisitLEX either handled or helped us with planning our event! They definitely alleviated some of the stress of planning such a big event. VisitLEX staff was there to quickly answer any questions I had, even if they couldn't directly help with what I needed, they pointed me in the right direction with resources and contacts I would recommend anyone planning to organize an event in Lexington to contact VisitLEX!"

Christa Hovis, The Event Diva

"Can't say enough about my first ever experience to Lexington. I have a much better understanding of what bourbon and horse country means now! So much to offer a group, easy in and out of the airport, very walkable city that is clean and of course an outstanding marketing organization that will take excellent care of the planner and their group!!!! Thank you VisitLEX!!!!"