Events

Upscale Hotel in Downtown Raleigh, NC

Find a travel experience as unique as you at Raleigh Marriott City Center, a contemporary convention center hotel in the heart of downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. Discover why travelers choose it as a Raleigh, NC hotel offering luxury and convenience with signature plush bedding, 55” Smart TVs, complimentary Wi‑Fi, and modern workspaces. Ideal for business travel, we are a trusted Raleigh Convention Center hotel with easy access to meetings and conferences. Start your mornings with a Starbucks® beverage and enjoy locally inspired Southern meals and cocktails at Rye Bar & Southern Kitchen. Explore the city from our downtown Raleigh, NC hotel, strolling to attractions and museums, enjoying nearby Red Hat Amphitheater, or catching a game near NC State University. Whatever brings you to Raleigh, make your travel moments memorable at the Raleigh Marriott City Center.

Stress-free planning, elevated style
From intimate meetings to citywide conventions, Marriott Raleigh City Center delivers flexible event space seamlessly connected to the Convention Center.
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Events

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Downtown Raleigh Meetings, Elevated with Seamless Convention Center Connectivity

Elevate your meetings and events in downtown Raleigh with sophisticated, flexible venues supported by expert planning, premium catering, and advanced technology. Connected to the convention center, we offer seamless access to expanded event space for large-scale gatherings. Blending modern design with Southern hospitality, each event is executed with precision, refined service, and thoughtfully curated culinary experiences in a centrally connected setting. Start your planning with us.

Raleigh Convention Center

6

Event Rooms

15119 SQ FT

Total Event Space

1000

Capacity Largest Space

16

Breakout Rooms
Book by June 30 for 2025 travel and pick your perk
Earn 2X Bonvoy points, upgrades, and more. Ask a sales rep for details.
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State Ballroom - Theater Setup

Meeting and Events

Our meeting venues set the tone for imaginative and distinctive meetings in downtown Raleigh

Host your formal gathering in one of our six versatile event venues offering 15,119 square feet Learn More
The largest meeting room in our hotel can accommodate up to 1,000 in a theater-style setup
Our flexible Raleigh meeting space supports productive sessions of any scale.
Provide your colleagues with a custom catering menu thoughtfully designed by our seasoned chefs
Plan standout events in our meeting space in downtown Raleigh, steps from attractions.
State Ballroom - Wedding Reception

Weddings and Occasions

Plan your dream wedding at our downtown Raleigh hotel with six distinct event venues

Enjoy a variety of unique venue options from intimate spaces to our grand ballroom
Leverage the help of our event planners to make your special day successful from start to finish
Allow our catering team to create a menu that fits the needs and tastes of your social soiree
Host elegant receptions in our Raleigh ballroom designed for unforgettable gatherings.
Reserve a block of 10 or more guest rooms for your event guests and receive a special group rate
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Rewarding Travel from Start to Finish
Earn up to 60,000 points per qualified event with Marriott Bonvoy Events. Elite members earn more with bonus points.

Please note: all room sizes are approximate.

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