Helpful Information & Resources

Planning an event at the Hickory Metro Convention Center? Below you’ll find downloadable forms, amenities details, answers to common questions, and accessibility information to help make your experience smooth and successful.

Downloadable Forms & Resources

• Acknowledgment of Tax Requirements
• Bar Rate Sheet
• Campus & Parking Map
• Event Photo Release Form
• Event Website & Social Media Information Survey
• Fire Permitting Policies
• Liazzo’s Catering Menu
• On-Site Utility Services Order Form
• Personnel & Equipment Rate Sheet
• Rules, Regulations & Building Policies
• Special Operation Use Permit Application
• Vendor Tax Requirements

Special Amenities

• On-site parking (deck & surface lots)
• Visitor information services
• ATM available on-site
• Digital event marquee visible from I-40
• In-house preferred A/V provider with full equipment inventory
• ADA-compliant building and restrooms

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are you located?
We’re in Hickory, NC—right off I-40 between exits 125 & 126. View our map here.

What are your office hours?
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Closed on most major holidays)

Can we bring in outside catering?
No. All food and beverage must be provided by our exclusive caterer, Liazzo’s Catering.

Can we bring in our own A/V?
Yes! We welcome outside A/V providers at no additional charge. We also offer in-house A/V services and equipment.

Are you connected to a hotel?
Not directly, but we share a parking lot with two hotels and are within one block of six hotel properties total.

Is the Convention Center pet-friendly?
Pets are not permitted unless they are certified service animals or part of a pet-related event (e.g., dog shows).

Are firearms allowed on site?
Firearms are not allowed—loaded or unloaded—unless the event is specifically firearm-related (e.g., gun shows). Only unloaded firearms are allowed during such events.

Is smoking allowed?
Yes, but only in designated outdoor smoking areas.

ADA Accessibility

• Accessible Parking: Available for guests with proper state-issued credentials
• Drop-Off Access: Front entrance available for mobility drop-off and pick-up
• Accessible Restrooms: Located throughout the building, including family restrooms
• Emergency Support: AED on-site; staff and security are trained to assist in first aid or emergency situations