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This coming May, Gaylord National Resort will open a new $25 million free- standing waterfront ballroom called RiverView Ballroom. The 16,000-square foot space will be the only venue of its kind in the Capital Region, offering 270- degree floor-to-ceiling views of the Potomac River, Woodrow Wilson Bridge and Old Town Alexandria. It also will offer two outdoor terraces that will pro- vide an additional 10,000-square feet of function space.
This dramatic venue is being dubbed the region’s first infinity ballroom, as its views make it appear as though the building is on top of the river. Designed with a unique suspension roof, the ballroom offers a column-free, open space that will not obstruct attendees’ views.
National Harbor, MD Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center
Gaylord National Resort and
Convention Center boasts more than 500,000-square feet of convention, meeting and event space that includes a 180,000-square foot exhibit hall, as well as ballrooms that range from8,000- to 50,000-square feet, 89 breakout rooms, and more than 75,000-square feet of outdoor function space. The property has the flexibility to host groups ranging from 10 to 10,000.
Many conventions and trade shows uti- lize the resort’s exhibit hall, which fea- tures 17 loading docks that are accessi- ble 24 hours a day. Organizers benefit from the hall’s 24-foot heights and its ability to accommodate heavy equip-
ment.The hall can be used to showcase anything from double decker exhibit booths to tractor trailers.
Organizers are assigned a dedicated exhibit floor manager and have access to in-house electricians, IT staff and full- service technology. New this year, the exhibit hall features LED controlled lighting that adjusts the floor’s lights to
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accommodate requests for anything from receptions to general sessions.
Another unique design feature of Gaylord National’s exhibit hall is that one wall is made completely of glass, providing dynamic views of
the
Potomac River and access to a 20,000- square foot outdoor terrace, allowing convention and trade show organizers to plan both indoor and outdoor events with easy connectivity.
National Harbor is walkable waterfront destination that boasts more than 150 shops and boutiques, over 30 restau- rants, and entertainment options that include The Capital Wheel observation wheel and the new MGM National Harbor Resort and Casino,which offers celebrity chef restaurants, on site shop- ping, a 3,400-seat amphitheater and a 125,000-square foot casino.
The destination also offers seasonal water sport activities, outdoor movies, concerts, festivals and more. National Harbor is just minutes from the nation’s capital, too, where attendees can explore more than 400 museums,mon- uments and cultural sites. Gaylord National offers an on-site tour desk,car service,rental cars,bus and shuttle serv-
ices, as well as its own private pier for water taxi services to help guests explore the Capital Region.
Lancaster, PA Lancaster County Convention Center
The Lancaster County Convention Center offers nearly 90,000-square feet ofmeeting,conference,convention and event space for groups from five to 5,000 people. It offers 27 total rooms with a 46,000-square foot exhibit hall, an abundance of natural lighting, and optimally designed function space that promotes ease of transition.
The architecture, historical elements and the modern technologies and con- veniences blend together to make a profound statement that adds to any event. Organizers will enjoy the ease of doing business here in one of the coun- try’s most unique buildings, and appre- ciate the convention center staff work- ing with them to understand what they are trying to accomplish with their event. The center’s staff then can help in crafting menus,arranging the flow of the meeting space and more, assisting every step of the way.
Gaylord National’s Orchard Terrace overlooking The Capital Wheel in National Harbor, MD
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