We understand how much effort you and your staff put into planning your event. That’s why we are here to make your job easier by eliminating stress and uncertainty from your planning process. Our Sales and Event Management staff will do whatever it takes to exceed the expectations of your attendees. From your first contact with our staff, we begin to put together a plan, accommodating your group’s needs and desires, for a successful event.

No matter what your event planning needs entail, don’t miss out on the opportunity to hold your event at the Overland Park Convention Center.

 How many exhibitors can I bring to my show?
Our 60,000-sq. ft. Exhibit hall can accommodate nearly 300 exhibitor booths. With an additional 25,000-sq. ft. Ballroom and in-house catering specialists, the Overland Park Convention Center can provide more space and opportunities for your show.

What security features are offered at the OPCC?
The facility is equipped with 24-hour surveillance cameras and on-site personnel. Entrances to Exhibit Halls, Ballrooms and meeting spaces are secured with restricted access electronic locks.

Tell me more about your loading dock capacity.
The OPCC has eight loading docks are suitable for standard commercial trailers. Additionally, we provide two drive-in ramps that provide access directly to the Exhibition Hall. And a sliding glass wall provides access to our spacious pre-function areas.

How can the OPCC help promote my show?
Our marketing team has the ability to assist in local promotion of your show. Advertisements, press kits and press releases can be created in-house. The marketing team will work with you to create a campaign that will focus on your specific demographics. This will help to increase awareness and attendance for your event.

Is there a box office at the OPCC?
Yes, we offer a portable box office, a ticket supervisor and ticket sellers to accommodate your event’s ticketing needs.

Is there a charge for parking?
No, there are 1,400 FREE parking spots on facility grounds including 400 covered and ample ADA spots. The surrounding corporate offices provide additional space during weekend hours.

Tell me more about Overland Park demographics.
Johnson County's adult population is among the most highly educated in America. Of the nation's 231 counties with populations greater than 250,000, Johnson County ranks first in the percentage of adults with at least a high school education, sixth in percentage with at least a bachelor's degree and sixteenth in the proportion with a graduate of professional degree. The high education levels of Overland Park's population translate into household incomes that are among the upper echelon of cities nationally.

According to the 2000 Census, Overland Park's median household income ranks among the upper half of the AAA-bond rated cities. One-third of the city's households had earnings in excess of $100,000 in 2004. Overland Park's income levels coupled with the city's strong growth make it one of the most sought-after consumer markets in the nation. Also, the U. S. Census Bureau ranked Overland Park 25th in the nation in per capita retail sales among 239 cities with populations of at least 100,000. For more demographic information, please visit www.opedc.org and www.opcvb.org.