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Welcome to Winston-Salem, where every meeting feels like more than business, it’s an experience. Known as North Carolina’s City of Arts and Innovation, Winston-Salem offers the perfect blend of inspiration and convenience, pairing modern amenities with historic charm. From state-of-the-art convention facilities to one-of-a-kind offsite venues, our city sets the stage for memorable gatherings of every size. The Benton Convention Center anchors our walkable downtown, seamlessly connected to the Marriott and Embassy Suites, offering more than 160,000 square feet of flexible meeting space—all within steps of local dining, entertainment, and nightlife. With more than 5,500 hotel rooms citywide—and 3,500 rooms within a 10-minute drive of the Benton Convention Center—Winston-Salem makes logistics easy. Beyond downtown, you’ll find unique event settings, from elegant estates and historic campuses to modern wineries and performance halls, each adding its own creative flair to your program. So whether you’re planning a small retreat or a citywide convention, you’ll find a destination that’s genuinely welcoming, effortlessly accessible, and twice as nice for meeting planners and attendees alike. Plan your next meeting with Visit Winston-Salem. We’ll help you make it unforgettable.