If you are looking for an unforgettable meeting destination, look no further than where Florida begins - Jacksonville. With a vibrant Downtown, natural splendors and a healthy cultural community, Jacksonville is the perfect destination for your next trip. Jacksonville welcomes groups of all sizes to experience the flavor of the area with its unique meeting venues and event spaces for groups of 10 to 10,000.
- Meeting Planning Services: The Convention Sales Department makes planning a meeting extraordinarily simple, providing assistance from the initial call to the conclusion of the meeting. Let us assist you so the only thing you have to worry about is the agenda.
- Convention Services: The goal of the Convention Services Department is to surpass expectations. By providing assistance with information about tours, dining options, attractions, entertainment, transportation and other services, we will enhance your overall meeting experience in Northeast Florida.
- Meeting Facilities: Flexibility and variety are the key words to keep in mind when selecting meeting and convention space in the Jacksonville area. Choose from venues like the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center, to area hotels or distinctive free-standing venues. No matter how your organization defines fun, Jacksonville offers opportunities that make a memorable meeting.
- Online RFP: Planning a meeting or convention? Let us assist you with your Jacksonville meeting planning. Let us prove to you how easy it is to book a meeting in Jacksonville! Complete our online request for proposal and we will respond promptly with appropriate bids and information from our Partner companies.
- Area Services: There are many area services to help you with your meeting planning needs.
- Request Materials: Interested in bringing your group to Jacksonville? We have the support materials you need. Download Visit Jacksonville's Destination Planner, a comprehensive guidebook created for the tour and travel trade professional with information on accommodations, attractions, restaurants, outdoor activities and service companies. Or request materials such as maps, itineraries, local vendors and much more.
- Transportation: Getting here is a breeze. And getting around is easy too! In addition to planes, trains and automobiles, you can visit shops and restaurants by water taxi, search for craft treasures via the monorail skyway system or catch a quick lift on a free Downtown trolley.
- Suggested Group Itineraries: Jacksonville has an endless variety of experiences and activities for your group to indulge in during your meeting. Whether it is an off-site excursion to the Timucuan Preserve, golf on one of our prestigious courses or offering your attendees a sample of activities to experience on their own we have taken the guess work out of planning your group's functions.
- Value Season: Come to Jacksonville during July through December and save! In addition to the beautiful natural surroundings, attractions and warm Southern hospitality, Jacksonville provides value with the view. With rates of $84 to $109 from July through September and $84 to $129 from October through December, meeting planners who host groups during these months can receive extra incentives ranging from accommodation discounts on meeting space, hotel rooms and services. Discounts on group admission to attractions, tours and transportation are also available.
- Calendar of Events: Jacksonville is host to a variety of incredible special events held annually from art, music, food and cultural festivals to a variety of sporting events including collegiate football match ups, golf, tennis and much more. Indulge in one of our many signature events during your next visit.
- Medical Meetings: Jacksonville is "America's Health Center" as the city is quickly gaining prominence as one of the top health and medical destinations in the country. The area is home to six major medical facilities providing highly-specialized services and technology. With a number of local businesses associated within the medical industry and the region's first-rate meeting facilities, the city is attracting more medical meetings and conventions for associations and drug manufacturers.
- Meet the Sales Team: Our team is here to make planning your next meeting a breeze. Meet our team and let the Jacksonville destination experts help you.