Chris Brawner named director of operations for Kentucky Exposition Center
March 11, 2024
Kentucky Venues has announced the promotion of Chris Brawner to Kentucky Exposition Center director of operations.
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Kentucky Exposition Center property improvement project gets architect
February 8, 2024
The Kentucky Exposition Center is scheduled to undergo $180 million in property improvements. Schmidt Associates has been selected as the architect for the project.
Glamping resort in Louisville adding 10,000-square-foot event center
January 5, 2024
Progress Park, a glamping resort in Louisville, Ky., will be adding a 10,000-square-foot event center.
Tune in to these musical destinations to set your group on the beatin’ path
November 6, 2023
The pulse of the South beats with musical destinations of international stature and influence. Rock and country, bluegrass and hip hop are just a few of the sounds coursing through the blood of these lyrical cities.
Southern cities that are trending and on the rise
October 16, 2023
The planning world is constantly evolving. The resurgence of live gatherings has opened the door to new venues, breathed new life into classic spaces, and thrust Southern cities into the spotlight. These trending spots aren’t just growing, they’re thriving. Here’s a look at some of the South’s hip venues and …
Hotel industry sees a strong September across the South and the country
October 15, 2023
The U.S. hotel market had a standout September, with room demand being the second highest ever for the month, based on preliminary data from STR and Corstar.
Orange County Convention Center highest-rated Southern venue in Wall Street Journal rankings
October 11, 2023
The Wall Street Journal recently ranked 30 of the largest convention centers in the country. The Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., was the highest Southern venue on the list, coming in fifth.
Event Planners’ Guide to Kentucky
October 11, 2023
Crisscrossed by several interstates and parkways and offering three major airports and additional regional facilities, Kentucky is convenient to reach by air or car.
Margaritaville resort coming to Northern Kentucky in 2026
September 28, 2023
A $134 million Margaritaville resort is planned to open in late 2026 in Newport, Ky
Grand Venues of the South: These 17 properties embody Southern charm and hospitality
September 15, 2023
Grand venues spread across the South like Spanish moss on a majestic oak. That’s why it was tough to narrow down this year’s list to just 17, one property from each state in ConventionSouth’s coverage area, which includes Washington, D.C.
