Oregon Convention Center 2026: Events, Parking & Tickets

LIVE-CHECKED • AUGUST 18, 2026

Plan Your Oregon Convention Center Visit by Event, Access Rule and Arrival Route

Oregon Convention Center is at 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Portland, OR 97232. The fastest planning order is: confirm the event and hall, check ticket/registration and bag rules, then choose P1/P2 parking or transit.

This independent guide combines current events, parking, MAX fares, official PDF maps, hotels, accessibility, photos/virtual tours, staff contacts and exhibitor logistics into one visitor-first page.

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QUICK ANSWERS

What You Need Before Leaving Home

Use this first-screen summary for the decisions that most often cause wasted time: event status, access, garage choice, street-parking surcharges and mobility needs.

Address777 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd

Portland, OR 97232 • general venue phone 503-235-7575.

Happening nowMESC • Aug 15–20

Official calendar: Halls A1-B; registration required.

NextSEIU Local 503 • Aug 20–24

Hall E; registration required.

ThenFarwest Show • Aug 26–28

Halls A-A1-B-C-D; registration required.

Onsite parking$15 standard entry

Up to 18 hours; no in-and-out. Larger events: $15–$25.

Today’s street-parking alertLloyd Event District 5–10 PM

PBOT on-street event rate rises to $5.40/hour in the active district.

Garage choiceP1 7 ft • P2 9 ft

800 total underground spaces; first come, first served.

Bag policyNo single universal size found

Use organizer rules for bags, props, cameras and security screening.

TicketsOrganizer controls admission

Events may be ticketed, registration-only, trade-only or invitation-based.

Transit fare$2.80 adult / 2½ hours

TriMet day-pass cap: $5.60 when using the same payment method.

Accessibility21 accessible garage spaces

P1 has 10; P2 has 11. Wheelchairs/scooters can be reserved.

Staff officeMon–Fri • 8 AM–5 PM Pacific

503-235-7577 • ask@oregoncc.org.

Today, August 18: PBOT lists the Lloyd Event District as active from 5–10 PM. When active, nearby on-street pay-to-park increases from $1.80/hour to $5.40/hour and payment hours extend to 10 PM. This district can be triggered by major events at OCC, Moda Center or Veterans Memorial Coliseum, so check the pay station/Parking Kitty even if your own event is smaller.

CHOOSE YOUR PATH

Which Visitor Path Matches Your Trip?

Attendee

Public event or conference

Confirm the exact event, hall, doors/check-in time and organizer access rule before choosing parking.

Driver

Parking onsite

Compare P1/P2 clearance, event rate and garage capacity. Large event days favor earlier arrival or transit.

Ticket buyer

Buying admission

Start from the OCC calendar and follow the organizer link. Do not assume a reseller is the official seller.

Bag check

Bringing bags or gear

Use the event’s own rule page. OCC’s current general visitor guidance does not list one venue-wide bag-size standard.

Hotel guest

Staying nearby

Compare walk distance, transit, parking and event-block terms rather than relying on a stale nightly rate.

Accessibility

Mobility or sensory needs

Use accessible parking, automatic entrances, mobility reservations, Mamava suites and KultureCity resources.

Exhibitor

Freight or booth services

Use the North Loading Dock/show-manager route; public attendee parking is not the freight workflow.

Planner / media

Need the right staff member

Jump to staff contacts for sales, event services, guest experience, public safety, setup or press.

CURRENT CALENDAR

Events Happening Now and Next

The official OCC calendar filter contains four August 2026 listings; as of August 18, three are current or upcoming because the National Flute Association convention has already ended. The table below focuses on what a visitor can still act on now: dates, space and access status.

Official calendar snapshot — checked August 18, 2026
EventDateSpaceAccessWhat to do
Medicaid Enterprise Systems Conference 2026 (MESC)Aug 15–20Halls A1-BRegistration requiredHappening now; use organizer site for registration, agenda and badge details.
SEIU Local 503 2026 General CouncilAug 20–24Hall ERegistration requiredConfirm delegate/attendee access and check-in instructions.
Farwest Show 2026Aug 26–28Halls A-A1-B-C-DRegistration requiredLarge footprint; plan extra garage and indoor walking time.
The Materials Show 2026Sep 2–3Halls D-ETrade only / registration requiredDo not travel expecting general public entry.
Rose City Comic Con 2026Sep 11–13Halls A-A1-B-C-D-EBuy ticketsUse OCC’s event page to reach the organizer ticket path.

Fast event-check routine

Match the exact event name and date.Do not rely only on a ticket marketplace or social post.
Save the assigned hall or ballroom.This affects which lobby, garage route and indoor map you need.
Read the access label.Look for registration required, trade only, buy tickets or organizer-site instructions.
Recheck 24–48 hours before travel.Doors, badge pickup, security, re-entry and agenda details can change.

Calendar subscription: the official calendar offers a subscribe option. It is useful for recurring visitors, but event-specific admission still comes from the organizer.

SEIU date nuance: the OCC calendar shell currently spans Aug 20–24, while the event description says the in-person General Council runs Aug 20–23. Use the organizer agenda for the actual days you need to attend.

TICKET INTENT

Tickets: Use the Event’s Official Access Path

OCC is the venue, not a universal box office for every event. Some events link to ticket checkout, some require conference registration, and some are trade-only.

Choose the correct admission route
OCC labelMeaningYour action
Buy ticketsA public ticket path is available.Follow the ticket link from the official OCC event listing to the organizer/seller.
Registration requiredAdmission depends on event registration, not a generic venue ticket.Use the organizer registration portal and save confirmation/QR code.
Trade onlyAttendance is limited to qualifying participants.Check eligibility before booking travel or a hotel.
Event websiteOrganizer owns the detailed event rules.Use that source for doors, sessions, badge pickup and cancellations.

Why this matters: a current Ticketmaster venue page still displays an old $8 maximum daily parking rate and unrelated out-of-market event listings. That is a good example of why the OCC calendar and current venue pages should be checked before a reseller/aggregator.

ENTRY RULES

Bags, Security and Venue-Wide Rules

The current OCC “Know Before You Go” guidance does not publish one universal clear-bag or bag-size limit for every event. Treat bag size, cameras, cosplay props, trade-show samples and security screening as organizer-controlled unless your specific event says otherwise.

Bags

Check the organizer

Search the event page for bag size, clear-bag, prohibited-item, camera and prop requirements.

Storage

Lockers exist onsite

LocketGo lockers are listed in the MLK Lobby, Holladay Lobby and Ginkoberry Concourse.

Animals

Service animals only

OCC allows qualifying service dogs or miniature horses; pets and emotional-support animals are not treated as service animals.

Smoking

Indoor smoking is prohibited

This includes e-cigarettes, vaporizers and smokable substances; designated outdoor areas apply.

Other venue rules worth checking before you pack

  • Helium/lighter-than-air balloons are not permitted inside the venue.
  • Drones and other flying objects require express permission.
  • Protective-soled footwear must be worn; barefoot walking is not allowed.
  • Alcohol may only be consumed in the area where it was purchased.
  • OCC publishes weapons restrictions; your event may impose stricter screening or prohibited-item rules.

Bag-policy answer: if your event page is silent, contact the organizer before bringing a large backpack, camera bag, cosplay prop, rolling sample case or other bulky item. Do not copy a bag-size rule from another OCC event.

Different rule, different purpose: OCC’s sustainability event guidance separately restricts foamcore signs, helium balloons and single-use plastic bags as event materials. That should not be rewritten as a universal attendee clear-bag size rule.

PARKING

P1 vs P2, Event Rates, Street Parking and Overflow Choices

The underground OCC garage is the most direct driving option, but the practical choice depends on vehicle height, event size and whether nearby street parking is in the Lloyd Event District.

Current OCC parking details
DetailCurrent official informationDecision
P1 entranceNE Lloyd Blvd • 7-ft clearanceAvoid if your vehicle exceeds 7 ft.
P2 entranceNE First Avenue • 9-ft clearanceBetter fit for taller adapted vehicles when appropriate.
Capacity800 total underground spacesFirst come, first served; OCC does not guarantee availability.
Standard entry$15 for up to 18 hoursNo in-and-out privileges; additional fees beyond 18 hours.
Larger-event entryDynamic $15–$25Budget for the posted event-day rate.
Garage openingGenerally 6 AM dailyThis is not the same as your event’s door/check-in time.
Drive-through paymentCredit/debit + touchlessBring card/mobile wallet.
South Ginkoberry kioskCash + cardThis limited exception does not make OCC generally cash-based.
Accessible spacesP1: 10 • P2: 11First come; both levels provide elevator access.
Oversized / overnightRVs, campers, trailers and similar oversized vehicles are not accommodated; overnight parking prohibitedArrange an alternative before travel.

Stale SERP correction: Ticketmaster still shows an old $8 maximum daily rate. Current OCC guidance is $15 standard entry and $15–$25 for larger events.

Street parking can become much more expensive on event-district days

PBOT’s Lloyd Event District applies around OCC, Moda Center and Veterans Memorial Coliseum when large/overlapping events are expected. When active, the on-street pay rate rises from $1.80/hour to $5.40/hour and payment hours extend to 10 PM. August 18 is listed as a 5–10 PM activation; Aug 23 and Aug 30 are listed as 8 AM–10 PM activations, subject to change.

Do not assume street parking is the cheap option. Check the pay station or Parking Kitty on the day you visit. Event-district pricing can make transit or the OCC garage simpler.

OFFICIAL PDF AUDIT

What the Official Parking, Venue and Freight PDFs Actually Show

The venue PDFs contain useful details that are easy to miss on normal webpages. Here are the parts that change real visitor, exhibitor and planner decisions.

Parking-area map: what to know if the OCC garage fills

Parking-area map decoded
Map labelFacility / capacity shownUse carefully
P1OCC P1 Garage • 400 spaces shownOCC-operated underground garage entrance.
P2OCC P2 Garage • 400 spaces shownOCC-operated underground garage entrance.
P3Diamond Lot • 80 spacesShown as nearby area parking; verify operator/access on event day.
P4Hoyt Lot • 37 spacesNearby, limited capacity.
P5Liberty Centre Garage • 575 spacesThird-party availability/rates can differ.
P6Moda Center Garage • 1,000 spaces shownPDF explicitly says subject to availability.
P7Hassalo LotCapacity not shown in the PDF; verify before relying on it.

The map also shows MAX light rail, Portland Streetcar and a vendor/contractor check-in point—useful clues that attendee arrival and contractor arrival are not the same workflow.

Venue Guide: hall combinations and real capacity

Selected hall configurations from the official Venue Guide
ConfigurationAreaCeilingRounds10×10 exhibits
Hall A30,000 sq ft30 ft1,430154
A + A160,000 sq ft30 ft3,250308
A + A1 + B + C155,000 sq ft30 ft8,370819
All halls A/A1/B/C/D/E255,000 sq ft30 ft13,5501,393

The same guide maps the Level 1 Connector, Ginkoberry Concourse, guest entrances, first-aid locations, all-user restrooms, freight elevator, loading docks, ballrooms and VIP suites. For planners, those relationships matter as much as raw square footage.

Freight/delivery map: exhibitor route

The freight map places the North Loading Dock on NE First Avenue near Holladay Street, shows loading docks 1–9 and 10–18, ramps, vendor/contractor check-in, P1/P2 garage entrances, streetcar/bus/taxi zones and the exhibit-hall footprint. That is why booth freight should never be planned from the main guest entrance.

GETTING THERE

MAX, Streetcar, Bus, Bike, Rideshare and PDX

Arrival choices and current costs
ModeCurrent useful detailBest use
MAX Light RailConvention Center station serves Blue, Green and Red linesDirect rail access, including Red Line connection toward Portland International Airport.
TriMet adult fare$2.80 for 2½ hours; $5.60 day-pass capTap phone/contactless card or Hop; tap each time you board/transfer.
Portland StreetcarA Loop stop at NE MLK & Hoyt/Convention Center; OCC says about every 15 minutesCentral-city/Lloyd connections.
TriMet Bus 6Stops near MLK/Holladay and MLK/HoytBus connection to nearby neighborhoods/downtown.
BikeFree bike parking; P1 has 32 spaces, P2 has 14, plus exterior racksAvoid garage/event-district parking costs.
Rideshare / taxiShort-term zones on NE MLK Blvd and Holladay StreetDoor-area drop-off without parking.
PDXOCC describes the venue as about 8 miles from the airportCompare Red Line/MAX vs rideshare by luggage, schedule and service alerts.

Hop tip: you do not need a physical Hop card for standard adult fare. A contactless bank card or phone wallet can pay the $2.80 fare, and using the same payment method allows fare capping to a $5.60 day pass.

Street address: 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Portland, OR 97232. Use the venue’s indoor maps after you arrive; a street map cannot tell you the right hall, lobby or meeting room.

PHOTOS & VIRTUAL TOUR

See the Building Before You Arrive

The official Explore OCC resource is stronger than a random photo gallery because it combines current images, virtual tours and floor context.

Exhibit halls

Preview scale

See real show-floor layouts and the column-free exhibit environment before a large expo.

Ballrooms

Oregon and Portland

Useful if your itinerary lists a ballroom rather than an exhibit hall.

Meeting rooms

North and south groups

Virtual tours help distinguish A/B/C meeting areas from D/E/F areas.

Lobbies

Recognize wayfinding points

MLK, Holladay, Ginkoberry and pre-function areas appear in the official imagery.

Photo-use note: this guide links users to official galleries/virtual tours instead of hotlinking third-party copyrighted photos. For event marketing assets, Travel Portland also maintains a separate rights-managed promotional-media resource.

HOTELS

Where to Stay: Walkability vs Rate vs Transit

Travel Portland’s current 2026 hotel guide lists more than a dozen Lloyd District/Central Eastside options. Exact nightly prices move too quickly to be useful in a static venue guide, so choose by route, event-block terms and parking.

Nearby hotel decision guide
Hotel / zoneWhy it stands outBest forVerify
Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center600-room OCC headquarter hotelMulti-day attendees, speakers, planners, exhibitorsEvent block, parking, cancellation, early arrival
Hotel EastlundAcross the street; boutique/business amenitiesShort walk and business travelEvent-night rates, parking, room type
Inn at the Convention CenterDirectly across the street and adjacent to MAXProximity/value shoppersRecent room feedback, accessibility, parking, Wi-Fi
Courtyard / Crowne Plaza / DoubleTreeWalkable Lloyd-area alternativesLoyalty programs, amenities, room-block comparisonExact walking route and overnight parking
Central Eastside / downtownMore dining/nightlife choices with MAX/Streetcar accessCombining convention + city tripLate-night return route, luggage, transit schedule

Planner-scale context: Travel Portland’s July 2026 meeting FAQ says about 1,300 hotel rooms are within five minutes of OCC, while central-city inventory is much larger. For attendee convenience, “walkable” and “headquarter hotel” usually matter more than raw room count.

FLOOR PLANS

Halls, Ballrooms, Meeting Rooms and Indoor Wayfinding

Current OCC materials describe 255,000 square feet of contiguous column-free exhibit space, 52 adaptable meeting rooms, two grand ballrooms and three VIP suites.

What the room name tells you
SpaceLevel / areaPractical implication
Halls A / A1 / B / CLevel 1, north/central sideLarge events may combine multiple halls; check the exact hall before choosing your interior route.
Halls D / ELevel 1, south sideMay be closer to different pre-function and meeting-room areas than A/B events.
Oregon BallroomLevel 2Do not follow exhibit-hall signage if your event is ballroom-based.
Portland BallroomLevel 2Use ballroom lobby/level guidance rather than hall numbers.
A–F meeting-room groupsLevel 1Room prefix is a useful directional clue.
MLK / Holladay / GinkoberryLobby / concourse areasUseful for welcome desk, lockers, food, meetups and wayfinding.

Accessibility improvement from the 2019 renovation: OCC added a Level 1 Connector so visitors can cross the first floor without repeatedly changing levels, reducing reliance on stairs/escalators/elevators.

AMENITIES

Wi-Fi, Cashless Payment, Lockers, First Aid, Food and Lost & Found

Useful visitor amenities
AmenityCurrent detailWhat it solves
Complimentary Wi-FiAvailable in lobbies and meeting roomsGeneral attendee connectivity.
Paid individual Wi-FiBasic $12/day; Business Class $50/day on current visitor guidanceHigher individual service needs; exhibitors may still need dedicated service.
Cashless operationCredit/debit + touchless accepted for OCC operationsBring card/mobile wallet.
Reverse ATMFee-free cash-to-prepaid-Visa in MLK LobbyFor visitors who arrive with cash only.
LockersMLK Lobby, Holladay Lobby, Ginkoberry ConcourseShort-term personal-item storage.
First aidRooms at Exhibit Hall A lobby and outside Exhibit Hall E; OCC says EMT coverage is provided for events over 1,000 attendees or when otherwise appropriateUse a house phone and dial 7849 or contact OCC staff/security; AEDs are positioned around the venue.
Mamava suites2 suites near A and E meeting rooms, Level 1Private ADA-accessible nursing/wellness space.
Lost & FoundItems stored for 30 daysGuest Experience / 503-731-7800.
FoodOnsite restaurants/cafés vary by event scheduleCheck what is open before planning a short meal break.
ACCESSIBILITY

Parking, Mobility Devices, Sensory Support and Accommodations

Accessible garage spacesP1 has 10 and P2 has 11; P2 has 9-ft clearance for adapted vehicles.
Automatic lobby doorsAll lobby access points are listed with automatic doors.
Elevator accessAll building levels are reachable by elevator.
Wheelchairs / scootersComplimentary, first come or reservable within 30 days; photo ID required.
KultureCityOCC is a Certified Sensory Inclusive Venue and sensory resources are available.
Nursing suitesTwo Mamava suites near A and E meeting rooms on Level 1.
Accommodation requestseventaccommodations@oregoncc.org • 503-736-5200 • TTY 503-797-1804.
Reserve mobility equipmentGuest Experience: 503-731-7800; separate reservation required for each event day.

Reservation rule most guides miss: reserved wheelchairs/scooters are canceled if not checked out within one hour of the scheduled reservation time. OCC asks visitors to contact the venue about accommodations around three business days in advance when possible.

STAFF DIRECTORY

Who to Contact by Task

The current leadership directory lists 12 leadership-team members. Use the job function that matches your problem.

Selected current leadership contacts
NeedStaff leadRolePhone
Executive leadershipCindy Wallace, CMP, CMM, PMPExecutive Director503-731-7901
Sales / bookingDesiree Everett, CMPSenior Director of Strategy and Business Development503-235-7574
Event servicesMichelle Graham, CMP, DESDirector of Event Services503-731-7823
Guest experienceEvelyn MurphyDirector of Guest Experience503-731-7914
Public safetyDerek Bliss, CPPDirector of Public Safety503-731-7941
Facility operationsMatthew UchtmanSenior Director of Facility Operations503-731-7841
Press / communicationsMichelle HedegardDirector of Equity, Culture, and Communications503-731-7924
SetupJake BakerDirector of Setup503-871-1825

General vs staff-office phone: OCC’s general venue number is 503-235-7575. The current leadership directory lists the staff main office as 503-235-7577, with ask@oregoncc.org and Monday–Friday 8 AM–5 PM Pacific office hours.

OWNERSHIP & CERTIFICATIONS

Metro Ownership and Verified Sustainability Credentials

Official OCC information states that the venue is owned and operated by Metro, the regional government for greater Portland, and managed through the Metropolitan Exposition Recreation Commission (MERC).

Owner

Metro

Public regional-government ownership is confirmed by OCC/Metro sources.

LEED

Platinum

OCC earned LEED Platinum in 2014 and says it was recertified Platinum in 2019 and 2023.

EIC

Platinum • 2025

OCC reports receiving Platinum under the Events Industry Council Sustainable Event Standards in January 2025.

Energy

6,500+ solar panels

OCC says solar supplies more than 25% of facility electricity and lists four EV charging stations.

2025 sustainability numbers planners can actually use

OCC FY2025 impact statement highlights
MetricReported resultWhy it matters
Waste diversion69% of generated materials diverted from landfillUseful for sustainability reporting and procurement planning.
Food composted87 tonsSupports food-service waste planning.
Reusable goods donated32,080 lbShows donation/reuse pathways for event materials.
Food donationEquivalent of 5,600 mealsUseful context for event-specific sustainability goals.
Local food sourcing57% sourced within 250 milesUseful for local-procurement and event reporting goals.
Seafood sustainability89% met sustainability criteriaUseful when catering requirements include responsible seafood sourcing.
EXHIBITORS

Move-In, Freight, Loading Dock and Deliveries

OCC explicitly says exhibitor freight should be shipped to the show decorator; the venue does not accept or ship exhibitor freight/drayage. For smaller shipments under 150 lb without a decorator, OCC points exhibitors to the local UPS Store.

Exhibitor logistics
DetailCurrent venue informationAction
Loading capacity18 loading bays + 3 drive-in rampsFollow assigned load-in time/ramp from show manager.
Indoor dock8,000 sq ftUse decorator/show instructions for freight handling.
Dock door capacityBays with load levelers; major doors around 20 ft high × 18 ft wide, with some variationConfirm equipment dimensions before arrival.
Delivery hours8 AM–12 PM and 12:30–4 PMDo not schedule outside accepted windows without approval.
Delivery pointNorth Loading Dock at NE First Ave & Holladay StSeparate freight route from public guest arrival.
Delivery help503-731-7892Call for venue delivery assistance.
Small shipment fallbackIf there is no decorator and the shipment is under 150 lb, OCC points exhibitors to the local UPS Store at 503-230-1808Confirm the shipment route before sending anything to Portland.
After unloadingMove vehicle to approved parkingKeep dock/loading areas clear for other exhibitors.
TROUBLESHOOTING

Common Problems and the Fastest Fix

Event-day troubleshooting
ProblemLikely causeWhat to do
A site says parking is $8Stale third-party venue dataUse current OCC: $15 standard, $15–$25 larger events.
Street meter is much higher than expectedLloyd Event District is activeCheck pay station/Parking Kitty; active rate is $5.40/hour.
You cannot find a universal bag sizeOCC does not publish one venue-wide limit for every eventUse organizer security/bag guidance.
Garage is full800 spaces, first comeUse MAX/Streetcar or verify nearby third-party parking from the official area map.
Vehicle is too tall for P1P1 clearance is 7 ftCheck P2’s 9-ft clearance; oversized vehicles need another plan.
You brought cash onlyOCC is cashlessUse the fee-free reverse ATM in MLK Lobby or the limited cash-capable parking kiosk.
You cannot find your roomLarge hall/ballroom/meeting-room campusUse the official indoor map and the exact room from your registration email.
Freight arrived at public entranceGuest and exhibitor workflows were mixedRedirect to show-manager/decorator instructions and North Loading Dock workflow.
BEFORE YOU LEAVE

Eight Checks That Prevent Most Event-Day Problems

1Event is still onReopen the official OCC listing and organizer page.
2Hall / room savedScreenshot the hall, ballroom or meeting-room name.
3Ticket / registration readySave QR code, badge email and ID requirements.
4Bag policy checkedUse organizer rules for bags, props, cameras and security.
5P1/P2 or transit chosenCheck clearance, rate and live service/parking alerts.
6Cashless payment readyBring card/mobile wallet or plan the reverse-ATM option.
7Accessibility arrangedReserve mobility equipment/accommodations early when needed.
8Hotel return route savedKnow the late-day walk/MAX route before the event ends.
OFFICIAL ACTIONS

Use the Right Official Source for the Task

Links come after the explanation so the user knows which source solves which problem.

FAQ

Oregon Convention Center FAQs

What is the Oregon Convention Center address?

Oregon Convention Center is at 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Portland, OR 97232. The general venue phone number is 503-235-7575.

What events are happening at the Oregon Convention Center now?

As of August 18, 2026, the Medicaid Enterprise Systems Conference 2026 runs through August 20 in Halls A1-B. SEIU Local 503 General Council starts August 20, and Farwest Show runs August 26-28. Recheck the official OCC calendar before travel.

Where can I see upcoming Oregon Convention Center events?

Use the official OCC Calendar of Events. It lists dates and typically shows the assigned hall or ballroom plus an event website, registration status or ticket link when applicable.

How much is Oregon Convention Center parking in 2026?

The current official standard entry rate is $15 for up to 18 hours with no in-and-out privileges. During larger events, OCC currently lists a dynamic $15-$25 entry rate. Additional fees apply beyond 18 hours.

Where do I enter the OCC parking garage?

P1 is entered from NE Lloyd Boulevard and has 7-foot clearance. P2 is entered from NE First Avenue and has 9-foot clearance. The underground garage has 800 total spaces and is first come, first served.

What is the Oregon Convention Center bag policy?

The current general OCC visitor guidance reviewed for this page does not publish one universal bag-size or clear-bag limit for every event. Check your event organizer for bag size, security screening, camera, prop and prohibited-item rules.

Where do I buy Oregon Convention Center tickets?

Tickets and registration are event-specific. Start with the official OCC event listing. If it shows a ticket link, follow that organizer path. Other events may require registration, be trade-only or use badges instead of public tickets.

Where can I find Oregon Convention Center photos?

The official Explore OCC page provides photo galleries, immersive virtual tours and venue-space information for exhibit halls, ballrooms, meeting rooms, lobbies and suites.

What hotels are near the Oregon Convention Center?

Travel Portland lists Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center as the 600-room headquarter hotel. Hotel Eastlund is across the street, and Inn at the Convention Center is directly across the street and adjacent to MAX. Several other Lloyd District hotels are walkable.

Is the Oregon Convention Center cashless?

Yes. OCC says its operations are cashless and accept credit/debit and touchless payments. A fee-free reverse ATM in the MLK Lobby can convert cash to a prepaid Visa card.

Does the Oregon Convention Center have Wi-Fi?

Yes. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in lobbies and meeting rooms. OCC also currently lists paid individual Wi-Fi tiers, while exhibitors and planners can order dedicated technology services.

Is the Oregon Convention Center accessible?

Yes. OCC provides accessible parking, automatic lobby doors, elevators to all levels, family/all-user restrooms, complimentary wheelchairs and scooters, sensory resources and accommodation contacts. P1 has 10 accessible parking spaces and P2 has 11.

Who owns the Oregon Convention Center?

Metro, the regional government for greater Portland, owns and operates the Oregon Convention Center. The venue is managed through the Metropolitan Exposition Recreation Commission.

Who is the Oregon Convention Center executive director?

The current official leadership directory lists Cindy Wallace, CMP, CMM, PMP as Executive Director.

How do I contact Oregon Convention Center staff?

The general venue phone is 503-235-7575. The current leadership directory lists 503-235-7577 and ask@oregoncc.org for the staff main office, Monday-Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM Pacific. Department-specific contacts are available in the official staff directory.

Can I take MAX to the Oregon Convention Center?

Yes. Convention Center MAX Station serves Blue, Green and Red lines. Current TriMet adult fare is $2.80 for 2½ hours, with a $5.60 day-pass cap when using the same payment method.

Is the Oregon Convention Center LEED certified?

Yes. OCC reports LEED Platinum certification, originally achieved in 2014 and recertified Platinum in 2019 and 2023. OCC also reports Platinum certification under the Events Industry Council Sustainable Event Standards in 2025.

Does the OCC have EV charging and bike parking?

Yes. OCC’s sustainability information lists four EV charging stations. Bicycle parking is free; the parking page lists 32 bicycle spaces on P1, 14 on P2, plus racks outside main entrances.

OPTIONAL TOOL • LAST

Quick Arrival Decision Helper

This lightweight tool keeps the useful interaction from the previous structure without adding unnecessary software-app schema or fake ratings.