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We’re excited to welcome the Council of Engineering and Scientific Society Executives (CESSE) to Raleigh, N.C., this summer for ACCESSE 2026, taking place July 13-15 at the Raleigh Convention Center. Designed exclusively for STEM society professionals, including seasoned executive leaders as...

The Raleigh Convention Center (RCC) in Raleigh, N.C., sustained a roof fire on the evening of Dec. 1, 2025. Meeting spaces remain largely unaffected, and the venue is making steady progress toward reopening. There were no events going on in the building at the time of the fire, and all staff members

Updated Sept. 2026, to reflect the new name of the Raleigh Convention Center, Atlantic Union Bank Convention Center. Last week, the Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Complex unveiled architectural renderings of the new Atlantic Union Bank Convention Center (AUBCC) expansion. This transformative

The same reasons that make Raleigh, N.C., a prime destination for meetings are why planners and attendees should consider activities before and after events. The best event planners can provide a taste of the Raleigh area's trails, shopping and renowned dining options. But extending a business...

The relationship between a Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) team member and a meeting planner is one based on strong partnership, and we are incredibly lucky to work with planners and local connectors who go the extra mile on a day-to-day basis. We want to shine the spotlight on

The relationship between a Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) team member and a meeting planner is one based on strong partnership, and we are incredibly lucky to work with planners and local connectors who go the extra mile on a day-to-day basis. We want to shine the spotlight on

When deciding where your group should meet in the Raleigh area, the downtown Raleigh meeting district is an excellent choice. The district is full of energy and vibrant, Southern culture, and with unique meeting spaces and James Beard Award-winning restaurants to world-class museums and an expansive

The Raleigh Convention Center is proud to have expanded its already-stringent cleaning procedures in the wake of COVID-19. Without exception, the team is dedicated to go above and beyond to ensure the safety and health of visitors and staff. In addition to protocols and procedures listed here, staff

Since we can't give in-person tours right now due to the COVID-19 crisis, we rounded up fly-through videos of the Raleigh Convention Center and connected headquarters hotel Raleigh Marriott City Center. "Step inside" these outstanding meeting spaces and envision how your future...