Hickory Metro Convention Center

Conveniently located off Interstate 40 near the US 321 interchange in Hickory, North Carolina, the Hickory Metro Convention Center is a versatile event venue ideal for meetings, trade shows, conferences, sporting events, and more. Since opening in 1997, the center has hosted over 200 events annually, ranging from single-day gatherings to week-long conventions. Its central location within North Carolina makes it an accessible and attractive choice for planners and attendees alike.

With 165,000+ square feet of space all on one level, the facility offers features designed for convenience and flexibility, including:
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the center
  • Advanced audio-visual and electrical capabilities
  • Moveable wall partitions in exhibit halls and meeting rooms
  • Onsite catering from Liazzo’s Catering with a range of menu options
  • Concession stands in each large hall
  • Loading docks and ground-level access for easy setup
  • Multi-window ticket offices and an onsite Regional Visitors Center
  • ADA accessibility and a user-friendly layout
  • Friendly, experienced staff ready to assist

Whether you're planning a corporate event, public show, or major tournament, the Hickory Metro Convention Center is built to deliver a seamless experience.

Convention Center Event Calendar

Quick Links

Looking for the essentials? Our Quick Links section puts everything you need in one place—from event services and catering details to downloadable forms, FAQs, and accessibility info. Start here to make planning easy.

Customer References: 

For more than two decades the Hickory Metro Convention Center staff has provided excellent customer service which is one of the many reasons that groups continue to come back each year.
"Thank you for all of your help and the staff were so helpful. Everyone said that this was a great conference in a long time and that the food was great and they could eat everything on their plate. Thank you so much for helping make this a great conference.”  -Sandy Rich, NC Association of Directors of Elections
 
"I truly do enjoy working with you and your whole team!”  -Mary Kate Martin, Exposition Development Company
 
"Not a better venue or staff in North Carolina. Period.”  -Matt Bumgarner, National Railway Historical Society, Alexander Chapter
 
"Beautiful venue, Awesome space. The staff is amazing I cannot say enough Positive words for the metro - Beyond amazing”  -Wendy Peeler, LulaRoe Wendy Peeler Events
 
"We want to extend a note of thanks for the availability of your facilities this past weekend. Our District Convention was a huge success and many of our attendees desire to return here.”  -Corin Ramos, Apostolic Assembly of the Faith in Christ Jesus