THE EVENT PLANNER’S GUIDE TO COLUMBUS, INDIANA 

Columbus will surprise you

Columbus is not only known around the world for its collection of work by renowned architects and its lovely, inviting downtown, but the city’s flexible meeting facilities, wide selection of hotels (1,600 rooms), and spirit of service make it the right place for your next meeting or conference. The Visitors Center staff welcomes the chance to assist professional and volunteer meeting planners in all areas of planning – from generating proposal requests and securing promotional materials to developing community itineraries.

How we can help

Whether you are planning a small event or a conference for hundreds, we can help you with…

Site visits

Bid proposal services

Traditional media sssistance

Tour itineraries

Leisure, family, and spousal ctivities

Lodging and meeting room coordination

Promotional materials to enhance attendance

Maps, event calendars, and information on local attractions and restaurants

Some helpful facts

Columbus, Indiana has:

1,350 hotel rooms in Columbus and the Indiana Premium Outlet area

The largest meeting venue features 10,000 square feet of space

Unique indoor and outdoor venues include:
The Inn at Irwin Gardens
The Breeding Farm (barn)
Bartholomew County Fairgrounds, with acres of space and three meeting venues
Factory 12 Event Loft

Contact Us

We look forward to talking with you!

Contact Lisa Westmark
812-378-2622
lwestmark(at)columbus.in.us