Know Your Place — 10 Best Trade Show Spaces in Wisconsin

As any planner knows, there are a million things to consider when choosing a venue for a trade show. Location, size, accessibility, floor plans, traffic flow, and much, much more. If you’re in the midst of the madness of planning a trade show, stop stressing. We’ve found 10 of the best trade show spaces in Wisconsin just for you.

1. The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa, Lake Geneva

Located on the shores of Lake Geneva, the Abbey Resort & Avani Spa offers both indoor and outdoor space with up to 10,000 square feet in the Harbor Ballroom and 6000 square feet in the Conference Center. State-of-the-art AV electronics, an experienced staff, catering, and spa services make this the ideal spot for your trade show. The luxury 334 guest room hotel also features 13 suites.

2. EAA Aviation Center, Oshkosh

With a unique atmosphere, EAA Aviation Center welcomes guests to multiple expansive indoor and outdoor exhibit spaces. The Eagle Hangar is the largest, boasting over 40,000 square feet for groups of 300 or more. The attached EAA Museum displays nearly 100 aircraft making it an outstanding backdrop for any event.

3. Milwaukee County War Memorial Center, Milwaukee

This unique venue offers two distinctive spaces for your event. For 300 or fewer, Fitch Plaza features extraordinary views of Lake Michigan, downtown Milwaukee, and the famed Milwaukee Art Museum. Memorial Hall offers up to 260 guests sweeping views of downtown Milwaukee via the floor-to-ceiling windows. State-of-the-art AV equipment, WiFi access, and LCD projector are also available.

4. UW—Milwaukee Panther Arena, Milwaukee

Conveniently located at the UW campus in Milwaukee, the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena offers 41,000 square feet of floor space for as many as 12,700 people. The nearby Wisconsin Center has enough space for 1000 vendors and 10,000 guests. Levy Restaurants is the exclusive food and beverage vendor.

5. Potawatomi Hotel & Casino, Milwaukee

Pair a great space with the excitement of a casino and you’ve got a winning combination. The Event Center is one of Milwaukee’s largest and most unique venues with 32,000 square feet of event space, floor-to-ceiling windows, complimentary WiFi, flexible AV, and controllable lighting. The Event Center is conveniently located off the skywalk and easily accessible to the free parking garage.

6. Glacier Canyon Conference Center at Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells

The Glacier Canyon offers one of the most memorable event spaces with its gorgeous 56,000 square foot conference center. With more than 1100 lodging options, four-star dining, championship golf course, award-winning spa services, and 8 indoor/outdoor waterparks it is truly an ideal place to hold your event.

7. Alliant Energy Center, Madison

One of Wisconsin’s premiere venues, the Alliant Energy Center offers multiple spaces for your event, including the Veterans Memorial Coliseum for up to 10,000 attendees, the 225,000 square foot Exhibition Hall, and the 290,000 square foot New Holland Pavilions. A skyway connects the Clarion Suites Hotel, an all-suite hotel with 140 guest rooms, indoor pool/whirlpool, 24-hour business center, and wireless internet.  

8. Vennebu Hill Wedding Barn & Event Venue, Lake Delton

With amazing views of the Baraboo bluffs, the restored Gothic barn is a unique space to host your event. The Lean-To is more casual and accommodates up to 350. With AV equipment and WiFi available in both spaces and surrounded by gorgeous grounds and gardens, your event is sure to be a success.

9. Fox Cities Exhibition Center, Appleton

If you’re looking for a centrally located venue with amazing, spacious facilities, look no further than the Fox City Exhibition Center. Three main exhibit halls are available for your event, each with 10,000 square feet of space. Plus, there is 7250 square feet of pre-function space and 17,000 square feet of outdoor space overlooking Jones Park. The Center connects to the Red Lion Hotel Paper Valley with 40,000 square feet of additional space.

10. Green Lake Conference Center, Green Lake

Located in south central Wisconsin, the Green Lake Conference Center has all the amenities you look for in a trade show venue. Multiple spaces within the facility include Pillsbury Hall for up to 900 and Staughton Hall for up to 400. There are several lodging options as well as three dining rooms, with lake views and a fireplace.