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EXPERIENCE GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA, WHERE BUSINESS THRIVES IN THE BOARDROOM AND IS CELEBRATED AT A BAR, ON THE COURT, OR THE SCENIC BACK NINE.

Unleash your potential in Greensboro's convention center and upscale hotels. With more than 600,000 square feet of meeting space citywide, Greensboro is the perfect place to host your next event. The Greensboro Coliseum Complex comprises nine venues, including the legendary Coliseum arena, the Special Events Center, and the more intimate Odeon Theatre and Piedmont Hall. Experience an evening under the stars at the 7,500-seat White Oak Amphitheater, a premier venue for concerts and events.

The Sheraton Greensboro Hotel at Four Seasons and adjacent Joseph S. Koury Convention Center boast 985 rooms and 250,000 square feet of conference space, including the area's largest ballroom. Indulge in luxury at the Grandover Resort, featuring a 13,000-square-foot ballroom, a luxurious spa, and a championship golf course.

Centrally located between Washington, DC, and Atlanta, Greensboro is easily accessible via the Piedmont Triad International Airport or Interstates 85, 40, and 73. Once you arrive, you'll find a range of accommodations, from boutique hotels to luxury resorts.

Savor culinary delights at more than 500 restaurants, offering everything from haute cuisine to the smoky depths of pit-cooked barbecue. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind beer at one of the city's seven craft breweries, a refreshing cider at the local cidery, or a handcrafted spirit at Greensboro's first legal distillery since 1908.

Take in the vibrant cultural scene, featuring music, dance, art, and theater. The state-of-the-art Tanger Center hosts world-class performances, or enjoy more than 150 public art and mural installations.

Enjoy the excitement of professional baseball, basketball, soccer, indoor football games, or a PGA Tour event. Create your own adventure on Greensboro's more than 100 miles of trails, perfect for hiking, biking, and exploring. Visit our parks and greenways for a breath of fresh air and a dose of natural beauty.

Take a step back in time at our museums and historical sites. The Greensboro History Museum offers a glimpse into the city's rich past, while the Guilford Courthouse National Military Park commemorates a pivotal Revolutionary War battle. The International Civil Rights Center and Museum, located in the historic Woolworth's building, pays tribute to the courageous actions of the Greensboro Four, who started the February 1, 1960 sit-in that sparked the modern Civil Rights Movement.

Children of all ages will enjoy the Greensboro Science Center, which combines a museum, aquarium, and zoo in one. Experience the zoo from a bird's-eye view on the Science Center's treetop adventure ropes course, SKYWILD. The Miriam P. Brenner Children's Museum allows kids to explore and interact with more than 20 exhibits, sparking their curiosity and imagination.

In Greensboro, we don't just work hard; we play hard. You're Welcome.

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