Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
148,645 sqm
Indoor Space
2,319
Plenary Capacity
2,660
Banquet Capacity
72
Breakout Rooms
5
Exhibition Halls
About this Venue
The Henry B. González Convention Center is located in the heart of downtown San Antonio, Texas, along the banks of the River Walk. It hosts over 300 events each year with more than 750,000 convention delegates from around the world. The facility offers flexible indoor and outdoor spaces, including the 'Stars at Night' ballroom, the largest in Texas, and the Lila Cockrell Theatre. The center has undergone significant expansion and modernization, focusing on innovative design and technology to host major events.
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Venue at a Glance
Venue Type
Convention Centre
City
San Antonio
Country
US
Total Indoor Space
148,645 sqm
Max Plenary
2,319
Max Banquet
2,660
Breakout Rooms
72
Exhibition Halls
5
Airport Distance
11 min
Full Address
900 E Market St, San Antonio, TX, 78205, US
Event Spaces & Rooms
6 configurable spaces
| Space Name | Type | Theatre | Classroom | Banquet | Reception | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stars at Night Ballroom | ballroom | — | — | — | — | — |
| Hemisfair Ballroom | ballroom | — | — | — | — | — |
| Lila Cockrell Theatre | theatre | — | — | — | — | — |
| Exhibit Halls | exhibition_hall | — | — | — | — | — |
| Cantilever Room | meeting_room | — | — | — | — | — |
| The Grotto | reception_space | — | — | — | — | — |
Sustainability
The Henry B. González Convention Center achieved LEED Silver Certification for implementing practical and measurable strategies in innovative design, sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection, and indoor environmental quality. San Antonio encourages events to complete a Green Event Scorecard to reduce waste, energy, and material consumption. The city is committed to environmental best practices and is a chartered member of the Convene Green Alliance.
Certifications
Notable Past Events
22 events hosted
Subvention & Funding Support
The 'Unmistakably San Antonio Meeting Incentive Promotion' offers incentives for qualified groups, including a 35% discount off the standard Convention Center rental rate for groups without food and beverage, and an additional 10% discount based on total food and beverage spend for groups with F&B. To qualify, events must be booked through a Visit San Antonio sales representative, have at least 50 rooms on peak with space at the convention center, and book during specific need periods.
Plan Your Event Here
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Quick Facts
- Airport
- 11 min drive
- Exhibition Halls
- 5
- Breakout Rooms
- 72
- Indoor Space
- 148,645 sqm
Contact Information
Destination
San Antonio, United States
North America — Southern United States
View destination profileData Quality
Bronze
Last Verified
27 Mar 2026