Carl A. Bell, Jr. Convention Hall
Convention Hall offers the flexibility of retractable loge seating, which then provides 32,000 square feet of open floor space for exhibits and banquet functions.
- Seating for 5,022 people for general sessions and stage productions
- 41' deep permanent stage
- 60' wide x 29' high proscenium
- Infrared assisted listening system
Convention Hall provides enough space for:
- 120 8' x 10' booths
- Banquet seating for 1,100 people
Convention Hall has been proud to host:
- Retired Presidents
- Miss USA Contests
- Many area high schools' graduations
Convention Hall opens to the adjacent Exhibition Hall for a total of 97,500 square feet of exhibit space.
Upcoming Events
Apr 16 - 17, 2025
2025 Greater Wichita Housing Conference
Mary Jane Teall Theater, Connecting Lobby, & Meeting Rooms
May 3 - 4, 2025
Prairie Fire Spring 2025 Half Marathon and 5K
Exhibition Hall (Registration/Pack Pick Up) & Kennedy Plaza (Race)
Friday | May 9, 2025
Rocket Online School 2025 Spring Graduation
Convention Hall
Event Starts 11:00 AM
Saturday | May 10, 2025
Raeann's Fancy Footwork Presents "Dare to Dream"
Concert Hall
Event Starts 1:00 PM
May 28 - 30, 2025