Tech Meetings & Conventions in Gwinnett

Gwinnett County has established itself as a hub for technological progress and a prime location for tech meetings and conventions. With cutting-edge facilities and a resource-rich environment, our destination is the place for tech enthusiasts and professionals to meet, innovate and excel.

 

Fast Facts

  • The 118-acre Gas South District Campus is a top location for top-notch tech events in metro Atlanta.
  • Gwinnett's location provides strategic advantages, including proximity to Atlanta and accessibility to a significant portion of the U.S. population within a two-hour flight. 
  • Gwinnett Tech is Georgia’s second-largest technical college. 
  • The State of Technology Summit is hosted in Peachtree Corners.
  • For the 11th consecutive year, Lawrenceville’s Gwinnett County School of Math, Science and Technology has been named Georgia's No. 1 high school by U.S. News and World Report.

 

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Gwinnett’s Accessibility & Connectivity

Thanks to its strategic location, Gwinnett is easy for tech groups to reach, especially when meeting at the Gas South District. This state-of-the-art campus is located just 35 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), which offers nonstop flights leaving daily.

Once at ATL, getting your attendees to the convention center is also a breeze. The airport has multiple transportation options — like shuttles, rental cars and rideshare services — that can follow direct routes to the District or one of our full-service hotels on or near the campus.

 

 

Top Tech-Friendly Venues and Facilities

The recently renovated Gas South Convention Center is one of many hotspots for tech meetings and events. Your attendees can gather at one of the innovative venue options below:

Busbee Center

Busbee Center

Located on the campus of Gwinnett Tech in Lawrenceville, GA, this innovative events facility features the 498-seat Cisco Auditorium, the Gwinnett Tech Siemens Banquet Hall, classrooms and conference spaces perfect for tech meetings, training sessions, banquets and more.

Curiosity Lab

Curiosity Lab

This publicly funded living lab features a three-mile autonomous vehicle test lane that uses state-of-the-art cellular vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) technology to provide a real-world test environment for next-generation intelligent mobility and smart city innovations.

Davis Studios

Davis Media Studios

Boasting 10,000 square feet, this fully HD-capable producing studio is located in Duluth, GA, and outfitted to host large interview-style programs, television programs, fashion shows, banquets, meetings, conferences and more.

Lawrenceville Arts Center

Lawrenceville Arts Center

Operated by Aurora Theatre, this indoor/outdoor event and entertainment complex has four venues, including the 500-seat Grand Stage, the 250-seat Main Stage, the 175-seat Cabaret and a 100-seat flexible studio space. It also has an art gallery, an outdoor courtyard and several rehearsal and meeting spaces.

Buford Community Center

Buford Community Center

Located in Buford, GA, this 5,700-square-foot facility has the flexibility to host everything from meetings to live art performances. It boasts a 282-seat theatre and an outdoor amphitheater that seats up to 1,800.

Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center

Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center

Welcoming entrepreneurs and small businesses, this dynamic center in Downtown Lawrenceville offers both in-person and online educational resources and incubation services.

Rowen

Rowen

This planned knowledge community, which aims to spark scientific advancement and transformative discoveries, brings together entrepreneurs, Fortune 1000 companies, and researchers from nearby institutions.

The Water Tower

The Water Tower

Operated by two nonprofits — The Water Tower at Gwinnett and The Water Tower Institute — this campus in Buford, GA, brings together the public and private sectors, academia, and nonprofits to create a robust water innovation ecosystem to tackle industry challenges.

Each of these unique spaces offers an energizing setting for forward-thinkers and visionaries to convene. Plus, many of these facilities are equipped with the latest in digital intelligence and internet capabilities, making them ideal for seamless connectivity and high-tech presentations.

Atlanta Tech Park

Atlanta Tech Park Enhances the Tech Experience

At the heart of Gwinnett’s thriving tech scene lies the Atlanta Tech Park in Peachtree Corners, GA. Home of the Curiosity Lab, this global innovation center is where groundbreaking ideas and industry leaders converge. The Park is perfect for your group to learn about and sign up for different programs and workshops, connect with like-minded professionals and learn more about not only tech but other sectors, including science, robotics and surgical intuition.

Activities & Entertainment Options

Gwinnett welcomes your attendees to dive into exciting activities, attractions and cultural experiences. For the foodies, our destination boasts a vibrant group dining scene that features eateries serving international cuisines, including the popular Seoul of the South Korean restaurant tour, where attendees can try traditional Korean food.

Treat your group to a round of craft beers at one of our local breweries, golf entertainment at Topgolf Buford, a hike through nature at George Pierce Park, shopping at the Mall of Georgia or a trip back in time at Gwinnett Veterans Memorial Museum. There’s so much to do, see and explore that your attendees will not want to leave.

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