Grand Rapids

DeVos Place is a premier convention center located in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. Nestled beside the Grand River, the picturesque riverfront setting is the perfect backdrop for your convention or tradeshow. DeVos Place offers a unique combination of meeting and exhibition space to accommodate a variety of events.

Downtown Grand Rapids is located 15 minutes from Gerald R. Ford Airport and is easily accessible from all major interstates.

The convention center features a 162,000 square foot, column-free exhibit hall, 40,000 square foot ballroom and 26 sub-dividable meeting rooms (32,000 square feet). Twelve spacious loading docks (with a wash bay and marshalling area), allow for easy access into the exhibit hall. In addition, DeVos Place features a performing arts theater with two independent loading docks and one loading ramp. DeVos Performance Hall features performances by the Grand Rapids Symphony, Broadway Grand Rapids, Opera Grand Rapids & the Grand Rapids Ballet.

DeVos Place is part of a vibrant downtown entertainment district featuring dining establishments, nightclubs, museums and the 12,000 seat Van Andel Arena, all within walking distance. Immediately adjacent to DeVos Place you'll find world-class accommodations available at the Four-Star Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, JW Marriott and the Courtyard by Marriott. All hold more than 1,100 guest rooms and are within walking distance of DeVos Place, accessible by a climate controlled skywalk.