Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre
31,276 sqm
Indoor Space
3,200
Plenary Capacity
2,688
Banquet Capacity
55
Breakout Rooms
5
Exhibition Halls
About this Venue
The Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre (OCEC) is a world-class, purpose-built venue located in Muscat, Oman, within its own fully integrated precinct. Established in 2016, it combines traditional Omani motifs with contemporary designs and offers over 55 flexible meeting space options. The LEED Gold certified facility is dedicated to excellence, sustainability, and innovation, providing advanced audio-visual technology and expansive concourse areas overlooking landscaped gardens and water features. It is designed to host international congresses, exhibitions, regional meetings, gala events, performances, and concerts, playing a pivotal role in boosting Oman's tourism sector and economic growth.
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Venue at a Glance
Venue Type
Convention Centre
City
Muscat
Country
OM
Total Indoor Space
31,276 sqm
Max Plenary
3,200
Max Banquet
2,688
Breakout Rooms
55
Exhibition Halls
5
Airport Distance
10 min
Hotel Rooms (1km)
1,000
Accessibility
70/10
Full Address
Sultan Qaboos Street, Al Athaiba, Muscat, 130, OM
Event Spaces & Rooms
8 configurable spaces
| Space Name | Type | Theatre | Classroom | Banquet | Reception | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Theatre (Main Auditorium) | auditorium | — | — | — | — | — |
| Medium Auditorium | auditorium | — | — | — | — | — |
| Grand Ballroom | ballroom | — | — | — | — | — |
| Junior Ballroom | ballroom | — | — | — | — | — |
| Exhibition Halls (5 halls) | exhibition_hall | — | — | — | — | — |
| Meeting Rooms | meeting_room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Hospitality Suites | suite | — | — | — | — | — |
| VIP Pavilion | pavilion | — | — | — | — | — |
Sustainability
The Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre is a LEED Gold certified complex, demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental sustainability. Key initiatives include a 4.6-megawatt rooftop solar power system with over 8,000 solar panels, generating 7.8 gigawatt-hours of electricity annually and reducing CO2 emissions by 3,317 tCO2e. The building design incorporates natural light and airflow to reduce energy consumption. OCEC actively practices waste management, including recycling, donating event carpets to charities, and partnering with the Oman Food Bank to donate over 1,000 meals in 2024. They encourage exhibitors to adopt the 'Better Stands' initiative for reusable stands and have installed electric vehicle charging stations. OCEC has signed the UFI Net Zero Carbon Events pledge and engages with local communities to expand recycling initiatives.
Certifications
Notable Past Events
18 events hosted
Subvention & Funding Support
The Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre is owned and developed by the Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN), a government entity. OMRAN drives investment and growth in Oman's tourism sector, aligning with the government's strategy to boost tourism and diversify the economy. The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism also plays a pivotal role in supporting tourism and events, aiming to make Oman a top destination by 2040. This indicates significant government grants, subsidies, and CVB support for events.
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Quick Facts
- Airport
- 10 min drive
- Hotels (1km)
- 1,000 rooms
- Exhibition Halls
- 5
- Breakout Rooms
- 55
- Indoor Space
- 31,276 sqm
Contact Information
Destination
Muscat, Oman
Middle East — Gulf States
View destination profileData Quality
Bronze
Last Verified
5 Apr 2026