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Planner Guide WELCOME A Comprehensive Guide for Meetings, Corporate Events, Reunions and Rallies in Billings, Montana Nobody knows our city and region better than the dedicated team at Visit Billings. We are here to support you in planning your next conference in Billings. We provide the resources and inspiration for attendees to enjoy a successful conference, and serve as your trailhead to local and regional experiences rich with western history, vibrant downtown culture, breathtaking scenic views and so much more. WHY BILLINGS? With dozens of unique locations, Billings is the ideal destination for your next meeting or event. Each year, over two million people visit the area to enjoy the stunning scenery and explore the broad range of restaurants, shops and other amenities. Access has never been easier with multiple, non-stop flights a day, an airport within 5 minutes of the downtown area and a reliable network of local transportion options. MEETING & CONVENTION SERVICES • Financial Incentives • Attendance Building Materials and Services • Confidential Hotel Sourcing • Welcome Services • Hosted Site Visits • City/Regional Tour Planning Assistance • Transportation Assistance • Local/Regional Promotion and Advertising “I’ve Always Wanted To Go” River to Rims Montana ranks high as a bucket list state From rappelling down the Rimrocks or biking because of its beautiful scenery, iconic sites along the Yellowstone River, to rooftop yoga, SUP and attractions. boarding at Lake Elmo State Park or horseback riding in the hills, outdoor adventure awaits all meeting attendees visiting Billings. “It’s All About You” The Visit Billings staff has a unique Instant Immersion combination of Western hospitality and an The city is surrounded by a unique cultural eye for detail. With their help, meetings run scene with an inviting vibe. Discover it in our smoothly from start to finish. music, arts and adventurous spirit. Proximity Local Flavor Travel from the airport to downtown Billings Billings is home to Montana’s only walkable in less than five minutes. In Montana, we call brewery tour. It brings a whole new meaning to that being a “section away.” the term “breakout session.” Best Mix in Montana Affordability There’s a huge variety of options for dining, $ Billings offers big city amenities with entertainment, and nightlife in Montana’s affordable hotel rates, meeting spaces and largest city - more than anywhere else in transportation. It’s perfect for cost-efficient the state. gatherings of any size. Montana Avenue Adventure Awaits They call downtown Billings’ Main Street As Montana’s trailhead, Billings can be the “Montana Avenue” for a reason. Enjoy catalyst to seeing all that the state has to offer. galleries, museums, breweries, and a Bucket-list attractions like Yellowstone National dynamic food scene along this historic Park, Beartooth Highway and many famous street. national monuments are all within reach. Billings offers a one-of-a-kind Trail Guides program allowing local businesses and key local influencers to act as brand ambassadors and visitor resources for the destination. All Trail Guides have extensive knowledge on the best of Billings and are able to show off their local flair to every visitor they encounter. Trail Guides are easily recognizable with designated pins and window clings, letting visitors know they are a resource for discovering Billings. After all, a destination is only as strong as the local people and businesses that live and breathe it every day. With over 200,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space, it’s no wonder Billings is Big Meeting Country. The city boasts over 4,000 hotel rooms, five primary conference hotels, and a mix of historic and modern venues including the recently renovated historic Alberta Bair Theater. We also offer fully hosted site visits to qualified planners or organizers. VENUES MORE THAN MORE THAN MORE THAN MORE THAN 45 4,000 200,000 sq. ft. 20 Lodging Guest Flexible Meeting Conference Facilities Rooms Space Venues This is a journey that’s meant to be shared. In person. In all its glory. With the people you love. No distractions. No schedules. Just you and the open road. Every mile taking you further and further from routine. Keep exploring, discover your perfect road trip with us. Due to high demands, be sure to have your car rental reservations before you come. PRIMARY CONFERENCE VENUES: DoubleTree by Hilton Big Horn Resort Hilton Garden Inn 27 N. 27th Street, 59101 1801 Majestic Lane, 59102 2465 Grant Road, 59102 (406) 252-7400 | (800) 588-ROOM (406) 839-9300 | (877) 995-8999 (406) 655-8800 | (877) STAY HGI Dtbillings.doubletreebyhilton.com Thebighornresort.com Billings.hgi.com The DoubleTree is a downtown The Conference Center at Big Horn Located in West Billings, the landmark with 289 guest rooms Resort features 13,000 sq. ft. of Hilton Garden Inn has 128 guest and 16,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. flexible meeting space, 108 guest rooms and 4,000 sq. ft. of flexible » Banquet Capacity: 400 guests rooms and Montana’s largest meeting space. » Flexible Meeting Rooms: 12 indoor waterpark. » Banquet Capacity: 200 guests » Banquet Capacity: 400 guests » Flexible Meeting Rooms: 6 » Flexible Meeting Rooms: 7 Northern Hotel Billings Hotel & 19 North Broadway, 59101 Convention Center (406) 867-6767 1223 Mullowney Lane, 59101 Northernhotel.com (406) 248-7151 | (800) 537-7286 Billingshotelmt.com The Northern Hotel features BREAKOUT SESH IDEA unpretentious historic luxury. Montana’s largest full-service Wellness at Montana’s Trailhead is a top priority. It is located in the heart of convention facility under one roof. From travel companions to breakout session ideas, downtown Billings, with 160 The Billings Hotel & Convention the Visit Billings team can connect planners and attendees to activities that will help boost guest rooms and 12,000 sq. ft. Center has 230 guest rooms and the meeting and travel experience. of meeting space. nearly 26,000 sq. ft of meeting space. » Banquet Capacity: 450 guests » Banquet Capacity: 850 guests » Flexible Meeting Rooms: 6 » Flexible Meeting Rooms: 18 MetraPark 308 6th Ave N, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 256-2400 | (800) 366-8538 Metrapark.com Home to Montana’s largest concerts, rodeo, motorsports events and more, MetraPark is a multi-facility event venue. The location includes a 30,000 sq.ft., 10,000 seat Arena with a 50,000 sq.ft exhibit hall in addition to the Expo Center and Pavilion. UNIQUE MEETING VENUES: Alberta Bair Theater Western Heritage Center (406) 256-6052 (406) 256-6809 albertabairtheater.org ywhc.org This 1931 Fox vaudeville movie house has been completely While the building’s galleries rotate exhibits of renovated to support events and concerts alike. ancient western artifacts, the century old building » Capacity: 1,390 guests. itself remains the most important. » Capacity: 200 guests Billings Depot (406) 656-7273 Yellowstone Art Museum billingsdepot.org (406) 256-6804 Designed by the chief engineer of the Northern Pacific artmuseum.org Railroad in 1909, this venue continues to be a centerpiece in Offering four different venue options, the Billings and even had a cameo in the movie Far and Away. Yellowstone Art Museum features spacious halls » Capacity: 500 guests and ever-changing art exhibits. » Capacity: Varies Camelot Ranch (406) 861-5458 Yellowstone County Museum camelotranchevents.com (406) 256-6811 The Ranch combines modern facilities and amenities with ycmhistory.org rustic charm and beautiful landscaping to create the perfect This museum features a log cabin home built in 1893 getaway within reach of the city. and an outdoor venue area with views for miles. » Capacity: 500 guests » Capacity: 200 guests Pub Station ZooMontana (406) 894-2020 (406) 652-8100 thepubstation.com zoomontana.org This renovated Greyhound bus station features a taphouse Take a walk on the wild side at Montana’s only and concert hall. Taphouse Capacity: 400 guests Zoo and botanical garden. The Zoo has five venue offerings to accommodate a variety of events. » Capacity: 800 guests » Capacity: Varies As the largest city in the state, Billings is a vibrant urban destination. Meeting attendees will be immersed in all the local flavor, diverse shopping, and award-winning cuisine, arts and culture that Billings has to offer. EXPERIENCES EXPERIENTIAL TEAM-BUILDING ACTIVITIES Discover boundless adventures in team building with several of the unique offerings in Billings. Show your group the beauty of the Yellowstone River Valley on horseback with Bitter Creek Outfitters. They offer a fun and friendly environment that will make any conference one to remember. Whether you’re rappelling down them or biking on one of their many trails, the Rimrocks offer rare team-building moments too. These great sandstone formations surrounding Billings will add excitement to your trip and offer spectacular views of the city. Montana’s only walkable brewery trail is located in the heart of downtown Billings. This self-guided tour is made up of several breweries, a few distilleries and one cider house, most of which are within walking distance. Take this 1.5-mile brewery route and enjoy historic sites along the way. Big Meeting Country, and all the resources it offers, is just a convenient, non-stop flight away. It’s easy to get to and easy to explore, but getting attendees to leave could be a bit more difficult. LOCATION AIR SERVICE MAP Seattle, WA Glacier National Park 821 miles 414 miles Glasgow Havre Wolf Point Portland, OR Sidney 677 miles MONTANA Glendive Minneapolis / St. Paul, MN Yellowstone Billings 840 miles National Park 129 miles Salt Lake City, UT Chicago, IL 556 miles Daily Non-Stop Flights Denver, CO 1230 miles 552 miles Multiple Non-Stop Flights/Week Seattle, WA Glacier National Park Las Vegas, NV Seasonal Non-Stop Flights 821 miles 414 miles 972 miles Los Angeles, CA Intrastate Flights Havre Glasgow Portland, OR 1238 miles Wolf Point Sidney Phoenix, AZ 677 miles MONTANASan Diego, GlendiveCA Minneapolis / St.
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