"Let's Meet" City of Garland Meeting Planner by Garland Convention & Visitors Bureau

Let's Meet VisitGarlandTX.com

VisitGarlandTX.com

Erin Wilson

Group Sales Manager City of Garland 211 N. Fifth St. Garland, TX 75040

P: 972-205-2633 EWilson@GarlandTX.gov

Experience Garland!

Garland’s Got Meetings. An undiscovered destination, we oﬀer big-city amenities in a diverse, friendly environment and are known for our hospitality. Garland's partnerships provide access to the area’s top facilities where groups are lavished with personal attention and turn-key service. Located just 15 miles from downtown Dallas, Garland is the perfect place to host your next conference, meeting, trade show or sporting event. Our low rates make us the most aﬀordable meeting space in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

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Why Meeting Planners Choose Garland Meeting and Event Planning Services Attractions Festivals and Events

Hotels

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Hyatt Place Holiday Inn Holiday Inn Express TRU by Hilton La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harbor Point 17 La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham/635

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The Atrium Granville Arts Center and Plaza Theatre Curtis Culwell Center Strike + Reel Lakewood Brewery & Taproom Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery Sports Facilities

Directions to Garland

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Garland is conveniently located near two major airports. Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is a 30-mile drive to Garland while Dallas Love Field (DAL) is a 20-mile drive. Numerous shuttle and taxi services such as Uber and Lyft are available to and from both airports.

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Downtown Dallas

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By car, Garland is accessible from all points within the Dallas metropolitan area via Interstate 30, Interstate 635 and the President George Bush Turnpike (PGBT). Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) serves Garland with bus transportation as well as light rail. The Blue Rail Line provides a round-trip connection between downtown Dallas and Downtown Garland. Let’s Meet - VisitGarlandTX.com 3

WHY MEETING PLANNERS CHOOSE GARLAND

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1. Downtown Diversions... Head to historic Downtown Garland for a generous helping of food and fun in a setting where vintage charm and modern industrial aesthetics merge. Visit Garland can create an exclusive event for your group with live music, vendors and more — all held on the grounds of a $20 million redesigned community space.

2. Tee It Up... What is better than a PGA-caliber course conveniently located near the hotels? How about a course that oﬀers 63 holes of championship-style golf? Firewheel Golf Park oﬀers both, which makes it the perfect location for your conference team-building or golf tournament.

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3. Gone Fishin'… Lake Ray Hubbard spans 21,000 acres and is the ideal backdrop for a closing night activity. Sunset dinner cruises for up to 90 guests are available. 4. Cheers… Lakewood Brewery offers a unique venue for an opening or closing event. The large brewery boasts a 4,000-square-foot covered beer garden with a stage and seating for 250 people. Enjoy the handcrafted brews while listening to live music in a fun and casual setting. Choose from an abundance of available food trucks to create a diverse menu your attendees will love. 5. Shop Till You Drop… Firewheel Town Center offers premier outdoor shopping, dining and entertainment with more than 110 stores, including favorites such as Macy's and Dillard's. 6. Eat Your Heart Out… Local eateries abound in Garland, and we are known for our diverse cuisine. From "Beat Bobby Flay" fame, Chef Kev Ashade's own brick and mortar restaurant Pangea creates the elegant setting for a Board of Governors dinner. Uniquely Garland’s Ferah Tex-Med Kitchen is a refreshing and refined option for the food connoisseur. Intrinsic Smokehouse Brewery, located on the Downtown Square, is so good you will be claiming Garland has the best BBQ in the DFW area. 7. That's Entertainment... State-of-the-art entertainment venue Strike + Reel is the best place to let your attendees cut loose after a day of sessions. The venue offers movies, bowling, a rock climbing wall, a ropes course, delicious food and adult beverages. This spacious facility has no problem handling more than 2,000 people.

8. Cowboy Hat Capital of Texas… That’s right; we are oﬃcially the center of the universe when it comes to cowboy hats. What does that mean to your national and international conferences? Tours at both the Stetson/Resistol and Milano Hat Company factories are available. Plus, your attendees can all return home from the Lone Star State sporting the best in cowboy hat attire.

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Meeting and Event Planning Services Visit Garland is your ﬁrst line of resources when planning events and meetings in Garland. We oﬀer a wide range of services from assisting with hotel and venue selections to making suggestions for entertainment. Complimentary services are available to any group utilizing at least 10 Garland hotel rooms on peak. We are eager to help, as soon as you ask!

Visit Garland event services include: Requesting room blocks and discounted rates from Garland hotels Host site inspections Creation and submission of professionally prepared proposals and bid presentations Experienced, objective and professional assistance in planning your event VIP welcome amenities for staff and event planners Welcome bags for attendees Inclusion in marketing plan Visitor guides and maps Incentive funds as supplemental assistance

Erin Wilson, Group Sales

Oﬃce: 972-205-2633 | Toll-free 888-879-0264 EWilson@GarlandTX.gov 211 N. Fifth St., Garland, Texas 75040

VisitGarlandTX.com

Funds based on availability and proven hotel room pickup.

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Attractions YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS!

STRIKE + REEL 90,000 SQUARE FEET

OF ENTERTAINMENT

BOWLING + MOVIES + GAMES + FOOD + ARCADES

600 ACRES 3 COURSES 63 HOLES < Firewheel Golf Park oﬀers a fun and

Firewheel

GOLF PARK

challenging golﬁng experience with three regulation courses on 600 scenic acres of rolling hills.

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Firewheel 110 TOWN stores CENTER Firewheel Town Center is the premier outdoor shopping, dining and entertainment destination.

< Resistol Hats Manufacturer of cowboy hats in Garland since 1938; the perfect

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Texas-made souvenir. Group tours available.

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Granville Arts Center

Arts complex in the heart of historic Downtown Garland that hosts concerts, theatrical productions and special events throughout the year

LAKE RAY HUBBARD

Within walking distance of Bass Pro Shops

BASS PRO SHOPS 12,000 SQUARE FEET

OF OUTDOOR RECREATION SHOPPING + RESTAURANT + HOTEL

HAWAIIAN FALLS NATURE

Miles of paths, trails and green space to retreat from the asphalt jungle

LANDMARK MUSEUM - 1901 SANTA FE DEPOT Quaint museum in a historic Santa Fe railway depot dedicated to local history and cultural heritage Let’s Meet - VisitGarlandTX.com 7

Festivals & Events ALWAYS EVENTFUL!

Garland Guzzler: 546 yards, 500 meters or 1,638 feet, games, costume contest, food and live music

A GARLAND CHRISTMAS at Firewheel Town Center Santa Claus Food Live Music Holiday Fun Bounce Houses

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Enjoy

FREE CONCERT SERIES in Garland

Día de los Muertos Traditional performances from Matachines, mariachis, ballet folklorico and various student performances

Cali Saigon Mall Lunar New Year Cultural dances International fashion show

Lion Dance Variety shows

The Urban Market The Urban Market is an artesian market featuring local vendors held on the second Saturday of each month, March through December.

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Guest Rooms

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Meeting Room

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5101 N. President George Bush Highway Garland, TX 75040 hyattplacedallasgarland.com 972-414-3500

Outdoor Courtyard

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Lounge Area

Prefunction North

SALON II

Prefunction East

SALON I

SALON III

FIREWHEEL GARDEN and alcoholic beverages

• Intimate Bakery Café that serves Starbucks GARLAND HALL

Amenities: • Garland Hall space accommodates up to 650 people: 7,350 square feet • Nine breakout rooms • All suite-style hotel guest rooms • The Market: Grab ‘n Go case for food/drink items available 24/7 • Catering services

• Complimentary hot breakfast

SALON IV and remote printing capabilities • Free Wi-Fi • Off-site dining options within walking distance • Complimentary parking • Pet friendly

Prefunction North

SALON I

SALON II

GARLAND HALL

650 people 7,350 sq. ft.

SALON IV

Boardroom Style GARLAND HALL PREFUNCTION NORTH GARLAND HALL PREFUNCTION EAST GARLAND HALL SALON I & II SALON II, III & IV SALON I SALON II SALON III & IV SALON III SALON IV FIREWHEEL GARDEN RICHARDSON MEETING ROOM ROWLETT MEETING ROOM SACHSE MEETING ROOM WYLIE MEETING ROOM MURPHY BOARD ROOM

SALON III

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Classroom – – 375 240 240 120 120 120 60 60 – 40 30 – – –

Prefunction East

Garland Hall

RICHARDSON SACHSE

FIREWHEEL GARDEN ROWLETT WYLIE MURPHY

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Theater RICHARDSON SACHSE

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5110 N. President George Bush Highway Garland, TX 75040 holidayinn.com/garlandnorth 972-495-1144

Bar/Restaurant

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Prefunction Area

• Free Wi-Fi • Complimentary shuttle within 5-mile radius • Catering services • Complimentary parking • Off-site dining options within walking distance

Amenities: • Space accommodates up to 400 people • Up to four breakout spaces • Combination of standard hotel rooms, junior suites and executive suite room types • Wildfire Bar & Grill on-site

Entire Ballroom I, II, III and IV is 4,257 sq. ft.

Starﬁre I 885 sq. ft.

Ballroom

Starﬁre II 716 sq. ft.

Starﬁre III 728 sq. ft.

Starﬁre IV 1928 sq. ft.

Entire Ballroom 4,257 sq. ft.

PREFUNCTION AREA

400 people 4,257 sq. ft.

Boardroom Style ENTIRE BALLROOM STARFIRE I STARFIRE II STARFIRE III STARFIRE IV

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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES 4412 Bass Pro Drive Garland, TX 75043 hiexpress.com/garlandtx 972-203-5700

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Meeting Room

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70 people

1,495 sq. ft.

Amenities: • Meeting space accommodates up to 70 people • Two separate meeting spaces • Free Wi-Fi • Complimentary parking

• Free hot breakfast • Balcony executive suites with lake views • Off-site dining options within walking distance • Outside catering permitted • IHG Rewards and IHG Business Rewards

Boardroom Style

Hollow Square

MEETING ROOM 1 (480 sq. ft.) MEETING ROOM 2 (1,015 sq. ft.)

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Classroom 33 54

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Theater 34 70

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TRU BY HILTON 5055 N. President George Bush Highway Garland, TX 75040 hilton.com/en/hotels/dalglru-tru-garland-richardson 972-272-0745

Lobby

Collaboration Room

40 people 600 sq. ft.

Meeting Room

Amenities: • The Collaboration Room accommodates up to 40 people • Complimentary breakfast • Free Wi-Fi and lobby Wi-Fi

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• Off-site dining options within walking distance • 24/7 Eat & Sip Market • Complimentary parking

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Guest Rooms

375 E. I-30 Garland, TX 75043 https://bit.ly/3xFLp0v 469-229-7384

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Amenities: • Meeting space can hold up to 70 people • Outside catering permitted • Complimentary hot breakfast

• Free Wi-Fi • Complimentary parking • Pet friendly

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1310 Marketplace Drive Garland, TX 75041 https://bit.ly/3xBJ5aQ 972-685-5458

Lobby

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Meeting Room

15 people 350 sq. ft.

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Amenities: • Boardroom accommodates up to 15 people • Complimentary hot breakfast • Off-site dining options within walking distance • Outside catering permitted

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U-shape

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Banquet 15

• Free Wi-Fi • Complimentary parking • Pet friendly

Theater 15

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The Atrium An elegant venue for your special event! Fall in love with the magnificent wall of windows, contemporary design and chic vibrant setting.

Weddings

Courtyard

Meetings

Atrium 450 people

14,200 sq. ft.

Sq. Ft.

ATRIUM BALLROOM LOBBY OUTDOOR COURTYARD

14,200 6,300 3,100 4,800

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Banquet

350 120 -

Theater

550 180 120

Classroom

200 120 -

Exhibit/Trade Shows 54 BOOTHS 24 BOOTHS -

Granville Arts Center The Granville Arts Center complex includes two magnificent proscenium theaters, the award-winning Atrium banquet facility and the exquisite art deco Plaza Theatre. All venues are City-owned and operated.

Brownlee Auditorium

The venue serves as the performance arts hub of Downtown Garland and hosts symphony performances, musicals, ballets, stage plays and concerts. The theaters are also available to rent for meetings and events. Brownlee Auditorium: Offers first-class seating for 720. • Concessions available • Computerized sound and • Four deluxe dressing rooms lighting equipment • Green room with kitchen facilities • Large rehearsal hall • Meeting rooms • Spacious lobby The Small Theatre

The Small Theatre: A smaller size theater that offers intimate stadium seating for 200. • Concession area • Green room • Scene shop

• Spacious lobby • Two deluxe dressing rooms • Controlled lighting and sound system

The Plaza Theatre: Since the 1940s, the elegant Plaza Theatre has been a landmark and focal point for Garland. • Theater seating 350 • Projector

• Computerized lighting system • Digital soundboard

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4999 Naaman Forest Blvd. Garland, TX 75040 curtisculwellcenter.com 972-487-4700 The Curtis Culwell Center, boasting more than 190,000 square feet, is home to a full arena and conference center. The venue offers flexible space and can host a multitude of events. It was selected as one of Pollstar’s Top 200 Arena Concert Venues in the world for a consecutive year in 2020. This state-of-the-art facility was designed by one of the nation’s leading architectural firms that is responsible for many other prominent sports and entertainment venues in the Dallas-Fort Worth market. The Curtis Culwell Center is sure to offer a unique experience and welcomes all kinds of events including national and regional tournaments, sporting events, cheer and dance competitions, rodeos, banquets, weddings, corporate trainings, meetings, trade shows, world-renowned performances, concerts, motivational speakers and more. It is easily located off President George Bush Highway in north Garland and is within walking distance of hotels, restaurants and other entertainment.

Pictured shows the panoramic view at the Curtis Culwell Center and is a 18,000-square-foot upper concourse.

Conference Center

Theater Lecture Hall

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• 12,821 square feet of convention, training and meeting 107 space • Largest meeting space: 8,064 square feet ARENA FLOOR • Accommodates up to 500 people for seated banquets • Grand ballroom can be divided into seven spaces108 • Built-in event registration and reception area 1 109 • Tiered lecture hall with 126 seats • 18,000 total square feet of configurable space110 112 111 115 114 113 • Three 12-foot drop-down screens available in ballroom • Preferred caterers list available

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SUITE SUITE

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Arena Amenities: • 6,860 fixed arena seats • 8,500 full capacity • 13' x 22' Pro Star screen • 5,085-square-foot loading dock area with three bays featuring lifts and 14’ high by 12’ wide doors; one bay has a ramp to provide vehicle access into arena • Full-service concession stands available • Six individual open-air suites overlooking the arena -includes hospitality area and G A 14 arena seats immediately adjacent for guest use during events F B D • Four sets1 of locker rooms, two separate secured E rooms C "officials" dressing 2 • Full-service box office

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LECTURE HALL

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MEETING ROOM

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Ticket Sales First Aid Men’s Restroom

Arena Floor

8,500 people 17,085 sq. ft.

ARENA FLOOR BALLROOM (A-G) BALLROOM (D) BALLROOM (section) LECTURE HALL HOSPITALITY SUITE MEETING ROOM 1 MEETING ROOM 2

Women’s Restroom Family Restroom Concessions

Elevators

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STAIRS

Wheelchair Accessible TO CON FERENCE CENTER AND ARENA FLOOR

Other Disabled Accessible Seating

LOBBY WER LEVEL

Water Fountain ATM

Sq. Ft.

Dimensions

Ceiling

17,085 8,064 2,728 889 2,691 3,253 1,033 1,033

85’ x 201’ 69’ x 115’ 69’ x 39’ 23’ x 38’ 58’ x 48’ 104’ x 31’ 31’ x 33’ 31’ x 33’

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Banquet 750 500 160 40 n/a 216 40 40

Theater 1500 700 200 50 n/a 232 70 70

Classroom 400 336 114 37 126 136 40 40

Reception Style 1,800 800 272 88 n/a 325 100 100

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strikeandreel.com

Entertainment

Venue

2,000 people 90,000 sq. ft.

90,000 square-foot entertainment

venue

PRIVATE MEETING ROOMS

with in-house catering

Separate

VIP bowling Suite

THEATERS for private seminars or movies

State-of-the-art

included

Strike + Reel is the perfect place for either an opening or closing event. This large venue has flexible space and entertainment settings that will enhance your conference offerings. Total buyout available. Elevate your next event at Strike + Reel! Meetings/Events Amenities: • Large event space can break down into five different rooms; each room is 362 square feet. • VIP area including private bowling suite with eight bowling lanes and three banquet/meeting rooms. • Private rooms have full A/V capabilities.

Venue Amenities: • 22 state-of-the-art bowling lanes • More than 125 entertainment attractions and interactive video games • Four attractions: six LED-lit rock climbing stations, bumper cars, high ropes course and two-level laser tag • A full-service scratch restaurant • Eight theaters available for seminars or breakout space accommodating 120 people each 22 City of Garland Meeting & Event Planner Guide 2021

Separate VIP Bowling Suite

In-House Catering

Restaurant/Dining Area

Meeting Space

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2302 Executive Drive | Garland, TX 75041 lakewoodbrewing.com 972-864-2337

Perfect for weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners and other large parties and events. Outdoor Beer Garden – 4,000 square feet, up to 250 guests covered area with picnic seating, stage, outdoor games and room for food trucks and vendor booths

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ASK ABOUT OUR SPORTS FACILITY GUIDE.

Download the Sports Facility Guide at

VisitGarlandTX.com/Sports-Facility-Guide

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Garland's Got Sports. Baseball

Basketball

Bike Trails

Bradﬁeld Sports Park Central Park Outdoor Recreation Groves Park Holford Sports Complex

Granger at Central Park Holford Sports Complex

Rowlett Creek Bike Trails

Cricket

Fishing

Golf

Audubon Sports Complex Carter Softball Complex Troth Ablon Park

Lake Ray Hubbard

Firewheel Golf Park

Water Sports

Nature Trails

Soccer

Garland Independent School District Natatorium

Spring Creek Nature Trails

Audubon Soccer Complex Winters Park Soccer Complex

Softball

Sporting Events

Tennis

Audubon Sports Complex Carter Softball Complex Winters Park Softball Complex

Curtis Culwell Center

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Erin Wilson, Group Sales EWilson@GarlandTX.gov Office: 972-205-2633