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You have to see the new Central Bank Center to believe it. - Lexington’s brand new, state-of-the-art convention center is a sight to behold. A visually stunning and versatile venue located in the heart of downtown, Central Bank Center is just a short walk to tons of great bars, restaurants and hotels. - Work with our dedicated team to plan an unforgettable experience for your attendees. From planning assistance and promotional materials, to arranging activities for your attendees, we’re here for you in every step of the planning process. - From Equine and Medical, to Religious and Technology, we have something to offer groups of all types. - 85% of all planners who come to Lexington for a site visit, book their meeting in Lexington. - Named As One of Condé Nast Traveler's "Top 5 Best Small Cities in the U.S." - Named one of THE 100 MOST LOVED TRAVEL DESTINATIONS AROUND THE WORLD by Travel Sentiment Index - Listed as Readers' Digest "One of the Top 20 Places to Travel in 2024" - Listed in Southern Living Magazine's "South's Best Cities of 2024" Central Bank Center Facts: - 200,000 square feet of meeting space - 100,000 square feet of exhibit space - 29,000 square feet of meeting spaces - 24,300 square feet of ballroom space - 55,000 square feet of club and flexible space
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- 12/21/2024 – 03/04/2025
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Getting Here
We’re conveniently located within a day’s drive of 2/3 of the U.S. population. Blue Grass Airport offers 17 direct flights and is located within 15 minutes of our hotels.
Distance from airport
- Blue Grass Airport
9 mi. from city center
- Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati International Airport
83 mi. from city center
- Louisville Regional Airport
75 mi. from city center
Local Attractions
Bites of the Bluegrass
Buffalo Trace Distillery
Keeneland Race Course
Old Friends Thoroughbred Retirement Facility
James E. Pepper Distillery
Town Branch Distillery
Convention Centers
Central Bank Center- Lexington, KY
Interested in booking an event? Central Bank Center offers spacious areas exquisitely designed to accommodate meetings and conventions, large and small in a pleasing and professional atmosphere.
- Exhibit Space100,000 sq. ft.Total meeting space200,000 sq. ft.Guest rooms 1 mi. from convention center1,600
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Let us show you why. Lexington, KY: Horse Capital of The World - Experience the best of bluegrass culture at Keeneland Race Course, offering Thoroughbred racing, food, fashion and more. It blends an intoxicating energy unlike any in the worlds. It’s located just by the Bluegrass airport with 8,500 hotel rooms less than 20 minutes away. This National Historic Landmark is open to the public year round for tours, and racing every April and October. - Take an up-close look at these Thoroughbreds in their awe-inspiring habitat on a Horse Farm Tour. Visit world famous stud farms home of Triple Crown winners, nurseries, vet clinics, retirement farms and more. - The Kentucky Horse Park is a “must-see” attraction for horse lovers. Set on 1,200 acres of prime bluegrass farmland in the Horse Capital of the World, this Kentucky State Park was founded in 1978 and opened to the public as the world’s only park dedicated to man’s relationship with the horse. BOURBON - Come see why Lexington, KY is Bourbonland. Just below Lexington’s surface there’s a limestone shelf, and the natural spring water that passes through it gives this place life. It grows meadows of lush Kentucky bluegrass, nourishes the world’s fastest horses, and it gives our native spirit an unmatched purity that will keep you coming back for more. - Bourbon is a time-honored tradition here in Kentucky—it’s ingrained in our culture. There’s no better place to experience it than Lexington. We have 18 bourbon distilleries within 45 miles of downtown where your guests can get a firsthand look at the history and craft of America’s native spirit. After your meeting, grab a drink at one of the many world-class bourbon and cocktail bars downtown. CUISINE - One of the best ways to experience a destination is through its cuisine, and Lexington is no exception. Lexington’s vibrant culinary scene includes Southern comfort food classics made with farm-fresh ingredients, as well as dishes and flavors from around the world. The fun doesn’t end when the sun sets in Lexington. With charming bars, local breweries, and friendly locals, there’s no shortage of entertaining ways to spend an evening here. Look at Lexington and plan your meeting today. For more information please reach out to Marci Krueger-Sidebottom, VP of Sales and Services Meetings@visitlex.com