Why Meet in Aurora?
Aurora, Colorado is your Gateway to the Rockies.
Explore our top 10 reasons to plan you next meeting, event, and convention here. There are plenty of reasons to host your convention, meeting, or event at the Gateway to the Rockies. With more than 11,000 hotel rooms, 1 million square feet of meeting space, 75+ and off-site experiences you can’t find anywhere else, Aurora is a different side of Colorado. Our great destination has also been ranked number 30 on Cvent’s most recent list of Top 50 Meeting Destinations in the United States.
Discover Ten reasons why you should host your next meeting here.
1. Easy access.
Aurora is only minutes from Denver International Airport (DEN), the 3rd busiest airport in the country with nonstop service to more than 215 global destinations. Aurora’s light rail, buses, and ride-sharing options also make getting around the city a breeze.
2. Plenty of places to stay.
With more than 60 hotel properties, Aurora offers everything from full-service, brand-name properties to locally owned boutique hotels.
3. Home to Colorado’s largest resort and convention center.
Opened in 2018 and newly updated, the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center is the largest in Colorado, boasting 1,501 guest rooms, over 517,000 square feet of event space, and eight dining options.
4. A hub of innovation.
Home to the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora excels in the fields of medical advancement and technology, and is expected to continue growing as a leader in the medical community. Additionally, Boeing and Panasonic call Aurora home, and the city is also home to a variety of thriving locally owned businesses, restaurants, and more.
5. International eats.
Aurora’s 400+ independently owned and operated eateries span a variety of digs, from Korean barbecue to Mexican taquerias and so much more.
6. Off the beaten path.
As Colorado’s third-largest city (and the country’s 49th largest), Aurora has the resources to accommodate groups of all sizes while still offering unique off-site experiences not found anywhere else.
7. Surrounded by nature.
Aurora has 113 parks, 103 miles of trails, and 8,000 acres of open space to explore, allowing groups to fit in some Colorado adventure without having to travel too far.
8. Gateway to the Rockies.
Aurora is the first city to welcome visitors to the beautiful Rocky Mountains, where they can discover hiking, biking, climbing, or just taking in the fresh mountain air.
9. Thriving arts and culture scene.
The Aurora Cultural Arts District is bursting with creative performances at the historic Aurora Fox Arts Center and The People's Building. New murals line Colfax Avenue, telling the stories of Aurora's community and its growth in the local art scene.
10. The most diverse city in Colorado.
With more than 160 languages spoken, Aurora truly is a melting pot of cultures. Recognized as one of the most diverse cities in the nation, one in five residents of Aurora is foreign-born. Aurora is one of a handful of cities in the US that provides resources and support for immigrants and refugees, not only to integrate but also to thrive in their community.
