Each year the Louisville convention center, named the Kentucky International Convention Center, abbreviated KICC, draws many visitors to Louisville. The multi-purpose building has a flexible floorpan and can hosts various types of events from weddings to large expos and conferences.
The LEED certified facility recently underwent a $207 million dollar renovation and today is a top-tier convention center and business hub. The interior is fresh and modern, making it a desirable event venue.
KICC, Louisville’s convention center is conveniently located in downtown Louisville, with close proximity to hotels, restaurants, shops and other downtown attractions.
How to Get to Louisville’s Convention Center from the Airport?
The Louisville International Airport is around 8 miles away from the convention center. Taxi and ride-sharing services are available from the airport to the convention center. There are also rental cars available at the airport. For those driving to the convention center, there are two parking garages available on-site: the Commonwealth Garage and the Cowger Garage. ADA accessible parking spaces are available. Parking rates start at $2 for the first hour and $10 for 24 hours.
What Type of Events are Hosted at the Louisville Convention Center?
With over 300,000 square foot, 52 meeting rooms, several ballrooms and large halls, the Louisville convention center has space for virtually every type of meeting or event. From weddings to business meetings and large-scale expo events. The convention center can accommodate events ranging from 175 to 4,000 people.
If you are looking to plan an event at the Kentucky International Convention Center, contact their sales team at 502-595-4381.
Check out the current event calendar at the convention center in Louisville here.
Hotels Near the Louisville Convention Center
With it’s convenient, downtown location, the convention center is within walking distance to a number of wonderful hotels. Even more hotels are within a short drive.
Two hotels are connected to the convention center in Louisville:
Marriott Louisville Downtown and Hyatt Regency Louisville
Additionally, some of the best Louisville hotels near the convention center include:
21c Museum Hotel
AC Hotel by Marriott Louisville Downtown
Aloft Hotel
Brown Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown
Embassy Suites Downtown
Fairfield Inn & Suites Downtown
Galt House Hotel
Hampton Inn Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Downtown
Holiday Inn Express
Homewood Suites
Omni Hotel
Seelbach Hilton
Springhill Suites
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Things to Do Near the Louisville Convention Center
The KICC is located near some of Louisville’s most exciting things to do and attractions.
Fourth Street Live
An entertainment and retail complex with bars, restaurants and nightlife venues. There are frequent live events, concerts and other entertainment events happening at Fourth Street Live.
Louisville’s Museum Row
Within a short, easy walk from the KICC Louisville convention center, is an exciting collection of museums in what is known as Museum Row. Attractions include:
Frazier History Museum
Louisville Slugger Museum
Kentucky Science Center
KMAC Museum
Evan Williams Bourbon Experience
Muhammad Ali Center
Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts
Peerless Distilling Co.
21c Museum Hotel Louisville
Take a Ride on the Belle of Louisville
Seeing Louisville from the water is a memorable experience. Make that a historic steamboat and you’ve got an extra special experience. The boat was built in 1914 by the James Rees and Sons Company during a time when steamboat travel and transportation was changing the face of the city, the river and the nation. They offer a number of cruises on the Belle and her smaller sister, the Mary M. Miller throughout the year and the boat is available for private events.
The Urban Bourbon Trail
Louisville is the epicenter of the country’s bourbon culture and the only city in the country to offer their exclusive “Urban Bourbon Trail,” a walking trail with great places to stop and sample Kentucky’s most famous beverage and learn about the history and culture that surrounds Bourbon. The trail is full of award-winning micro-distilleries, craft cocktail destinations and exhibits related to Bourbon. Stop by the Louisville Visitor Information Center and pick up your guidebook that outlines the 34 stops on the self-guided walking tour. Collect a stamp in your passport-style guidebook from six of the stops and you’ll get a commemorative T-shirt.
For more tips for visiting Louisville, check out our Louisville City Guide
