A popular venue for theatre, media and the arts, the George R. Brown Convention Center hosts a variety of cutting-edge conventions and events every year on the east side of downtown Houston. It’s known for its vibrant structure and for hosting the first convention centre Bitcoin ATM in the world.
George R. Brown Convention Center is also home to the Houston Infusion art initiative. It features stand-out artworks by artists working in the Houston area. The commissioned pieces incorporate themes, such as space, technology, recycling, cultural diversity and the entrepreneurial spirit.
Explore Avenida Houston, the arts and entertainment district in which the convention centre sits. You’ll find a lively and diverse dining scene as well as live music and performance art at Avenida Plaza. Public art installations showcase the people and cultural diversity of Houston.
Getting There
George R. Brown Convention Center is located within the historic Houston Theater District downtown. It has five sky bridges connecting to multiple hotels, transit centres and parking garages. Transportation options include taxis, rideshare services, Greenlink shuttles and the city’s METRORail trains.