Meet Safely in Pasadena
Getting Back to Business
Make Pasadena your safe meeting destination.
The 130,000 square foot GBAC STAR™ accredited Pasadena Convention Center features a 55,000 square foot exhibit hall, 20,000 square foot outdoor plaza, robust safety protocols, and professional virtual meeting capabilities. The center is also centrally located, with over 1,200 hotel rooms in easy walking distance—and another 1,300 rooms a short drive or light rail ride away. In the heart of downtown Pasadena, attendees are footsteps from safe and walkable entertainment districts and stunning architectural landmarks.
GLOBAL BIORISK ADVISORY COUNCIL ACCREDITATION
The Pasadena Convention Center has achieved the Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC) STAR™ accreditation, the gold standard for prepared facilities. The program verifies that the Pasadena Convention Center implements best practices to prepare for, respond to, and recover from outbreaks and pandemics.

REOPENING PLANS AND GUIDELINES
The Pasadena Convention Center has developed robust health and safety measures and guidelines to reopen safely.
STREAMLINED SAFETY PROCEDURES PROCESS
Pasadena is one of a few cities in California with its own health department which ensures a streamlined experience for planners to develop their operations plan and expedite safety approvals.
PASADENA COMMITMENT TO SAFETY
The entire Pasadena community is committed to health and safety, including our hotels, attractions, restaurants, and retailers. Our destination partners have implemented safety and sanitation protocols to ensure your group can meet safely.
HYBRID AND VIRTUAL MEETINGS
With the help of our preferred audiovisual partner, Encore, we have adapted to the provide hybrid meeting options. Their expertise, service, and state of the art technology help create a customized, yet safe setting for large groups and gatherings.
DESTINATION PROFESSIONALS
The Pasadena Convention & Visitors Bureau is actively engaged and prepared to help you host your next meeting or convention.