Frequently Asked Questions

The Benton Convention Center offers 150,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, which includes areas like Benton South and the Gallery Ballroom, with connections to downtown hotels and numerous local amenities.

Downtown Winston-Salem offers over 1,200 hotel rooms, with major properties like the Kimpton Cardinal Hotel and Marriott Downtown contributing significantly to the city's lodging capacity, providing ample options for visitors within its walkable core.

Visit Winston-Salem offers the Twice as Nice Rewards Program to meeting planners who are seeking to book their next meeting or convention in Forsyth County. There are three tiers of rewards, depending on the size of the group.

For more details on the rewards, participating meeting venues and hotels, and more, click here: Twice as Nice Rewards 

With a walkable downtown, fresh culinary scene, and a slate of exciting attractions and events, there is no shortage of things to do in Winston-Salem and Forsyth County for meeting attendees. 

Explore historic sites like Old Salem Museums & Gardens, Körner's Folly, and Historic Bethabara Park. Dive into the heart of the city and attend an event or festival while you're in town. Hungry? Check out the wide variety of dining options offered across the city, including an array of options walkable from the Benton Convention Center and other downtown meeting venues.

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