Hold Your St. Louis Conference at Gateway

If you are considering venues for a St. Louis conference, think outside the metropolitan area: Gateway Center. Located just 11 east of downtown, the conference center in Collinsville, Illinois, is close enough to be readily accessible to regulars of St. Louis and visitors alike.

By choosing Gateway Center for your next near-St. Louis conference, you’ll be doing your guests a favor. Letting us host your next event means you can help your guests:

  • choose to avoid ongoing construction in St. Louis City and County
  • stay clear of traffic snarls that are part of everyday life in The Lou
  • have access to places and other events in and around the metro area if they choose

But using Gateway for your next event is more than about simply avoiding downtown traffic. Collinsville, Illinois, is a charming community with plenty of colorful local attractions and exciting events in which to participate.

Downtown Conference Center

If a downtown conference center doesn't quite meet your needs, you'll find a number of useful amenities at Gateway Conference Center. First and foremost, because we're located very close to the St. Louis area but not in the middle of the congested downtown, Gateway combines the best that any St. Louis conference venue has to offer, but without undesirable traffic snarls, crime risks and parking shortages that are typical of a big city facility. For those who wish to take in the local flavor of beautiful Collinsville, we can help you find the best the city has to offer. Learn about Collinsville events, St. Louis events and attractions by visiting our Local Info page. Gateway Conference Center offers 50% off our banquet room rentals on Sundays and Fridays, and offers a customizable, column-free space, ample free parking and full accessibility your guests. Call 800-289-2388 for more information about what makes Gateway Center “The Great Way to Gather.”