Savannah Convention Center
The Savannah Convention Center is a 660,000 square foot waterfront complex on Hutchinson Island, across the Savannah River from the historic district. It has 1,500 parking spaces on site, including a 900 space garage, and a free ferry runs to downtown. The building is fully accessible, with ramps at every entrance.
Before you go
- Capacity
- 367-seat auditorium; 40,000 and 25,000 sq. ft. ballrooms; 200,000 sq. ft. of divisible exhibit space
- Indoor or outdoor
- Indoor: a 660,000 sq. ft. convention complex
- Official site
- savconventioncenter.com
- Next festival here
- Ghost Tattoo Expo, Apr 23 to 25, 2027
Worth knowing before you go
- Parking carries a $0.99 per-transaction fee at the end of your visit.
- Each entry to the parking lot counts as a new visit and is charged again.
- On busy days an overflow lot is served by a shuttle.
- The center is on Hutchinson Island, reached by road or by the free Belles Ferry.
Festivals here
Venue basics: 660,000 sq ft waterfront complex · 1,500 on-site parking spaces · Free ferry to historic district.
Is it for you
Choose it if
- You want a large indoor venue with plenty of on-site parking
- You need step-free access throughout
Think twice if
- You plan to leave and re-enter the parking lot, since each entry is charged separately
Getting there and parking
The center is on Hutchinson Island, next to the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa. It is reached from most of the Southeast by two major interstates, by Amtrak, and through the Savannah / Hilton Head International Airport, which has more than a dozen direct flights daily from major cities.
There are 1,500 parking spaces on site, including a newly built 900 space garage. First-time visitors scan the QR code posted throughout the lot. A $0.99 fee per transaction is added at the end of your visit, and each entry counts as a new visit and is charged accordingly. On high-attendance days an overflow lot with a shuttle is available.
The Savannah Belles Water Ferry gives complimentary access from the island to the historic district. Downtown's Express Shuttles, the River Street Streetcar and the Belles Ferry boats are all free.
Accessibility
The center is fully accessible, from parking to the trade show floor. There are ramps at all entrances, accessible restrooms throughout the building and ample designated disabled parking, plus several passenger drop-off areas and curb cuts for wheelchair access.
Confirm your specific needs with the venue before you travel (savconventioncenter.com).
Camping
We don't yet have confirmed information about camping at the Savannah Convention Center. The venue's own pages are the place to check: savconventioncenter.com.
Food, water and what you can bring
Iron & Oak Hospitality is the exclusive food and beverage partner of the center, and the building has 3 new dining outlets.
Quick answers
Is there parking at the Savannah Convention Center?
Yes. There are 1,500 spaces on site, including a 900 space garage, and an overflow lot with a shuttle on high-attendance days. A $0.99 fee per transaction is added at the end of your visit.
Is the Savannah Convention Center wheelchair accessible?
Yes. There are ramps at all entrances, accessible restrooms throughout, designated disabled parking, passenger drop-off areas and curb cuts.
Can I get to the Savannah Convention Center by ferry?
Yes. The Savannah Belles Water Ferry gives complimentary access between Hutchinson Island and the historic district.
Can I fly or take the train to the Savannah Convention Center?
Yes. Savannah / Hilton Head International Airport has more than a dozen direct flights daily from major cities, and Amtrak serves the area.
How big is the Savannah Convention Center?
It is a 660,000 sq. ft. complex with 200,000 sq. ft. of divisible exhibit space, 27 meeting rooms, two ballrooms and a 367-seat auditorium.
Is there food at the Savannah Convention Center?
Yes. Iron & Oak Hospitality is the exclusive food and beverage partner, and the building has 3 new dining outlets.
A little history
The center is a 660,000 square foot complex on the Savannah River with 200,000 square feet of divisible exhibit space, 27 meeting rooms, 5 executive board rooms, a 40,000 square foot ballroom plus a 25,000 square foot ballroom, and a 367-seat auditorium.