Step Outside the Expected
Monona Terrace is a convention center like no other, rising from the blue expanse of Lake Monona. We are just two blocks from the State Capitol and a short walk from Madison’s hotels, restaurants, museums,
and vibrant streets full of shops and restaurants. Find out why Monona Terrace is the premier host for meetings, conferences, and conventions in Madison and throughout the Midwest.
Stay Nearby
There are nearly one thousand hotel rooms within walking distance of Monona Terrace, including 240 rooms at the adjacent Hilton Madison Monona Terrace. The Hilton features direct access to Monona Terrace in an enclosed, climate-controlled skywalk, and offers an additional 2,400 square feet of meeting space.
For information on additional accommodations in Madison, visit the Destination Madison web site. To book guest room blocks, call them at 800.373.6376.
A/V Showcase
From wonderful weddings to weeklong conventions or an outdoor concert for thousands, Monona Terrace has the technology, expertise, and infrastructure to fulfill your creative and educational vision.
Rooms
Whether you’re planning to invite only close friends and family or have your heart set on a larger celebration, Monona Terrace offers the best spaces to wed in one of the Midwest’s most vibrant cities.
5 levels
30 rooms
350 – 30,000 sqft
Overlooking Lake Monona, the Grand Terrace is a breathtaking venue for social functions, breaks, registration or gathering areas.
The Madison Ballroom features 16-foot ceilings and beautiful chandeliers and can be subdivided into four separate spaces.
A premier open-air reception or performance space overlooking Lake Monona that can accommodate up to 3,000 attendees.
40,000 square feet of essential convention amenities, including a show manager office, concession area and seven loading bays.
An open and engaging space, perfect for registration, or small displays with a walkout to the lakeside path.
Enclosed by paneled glass overlooking Lake Monona, this space is perfect for breakfast, lunch, dinner or reception.
Be inspired by some of Madison's most successful and renowned athletes in the charming 600-square-foot Hall of Fame Room.
With 16-foot ceilings and various lighting options, the Hall can be divided into six rooms perfect for meals or breakouts.
The Meeting Rooms provide an additional 3,680 square feet of multi-functional meeting space.
The multimedia Lecture Hall features state-of-the-art technology with theater-style seating for more than 300.
A unique open-air space overlooking Lake Monona ideal for social events up to 350 people.