Indianapolis is positioned as a premier host city for the 2026 ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition, driven by growth in hotels, infrastructure, and accessibility that elevate its appeal for meetings and events.

Downtown is highly walkable, with a compact 15-minute radius between hotels, venues, and attractions, complemented by weather-friendly skywalks for year-round movement.

Georgia Street is being transformed into a green, park-like promenade that will serve as an outdoor venue for receptions and activations, integrated with the convention campus.

New developments include the Signia by Hilton with 803 rooms connected to the convention center, expanding the integrated convention campus beyond 5,200 hotel rooms.

The city is investing more than $190 million in trails and greenways, such as the Cultural Trail and Greater Indy Trailways, to promote green transportation and exploration.

Indy’s central U.S. location places about 70% of the U.S. population within a day’s drive, reducing travel barriers and boosting attendance.

Luxury hospitality is expanding with properties like the InterContinental Indianapolis, a Kimpton property, and a nearby Ritz-Carlton project, all within walking distance of downtown attractions.

Hoosier hospitality—from staff to volunteers—is highlighted as a distinguishing asset expected to enhance visitor experience and encourage repeat visits.

Enhanced air access features, including Aer Lingus service and a new Westin connected to the airport terminal, improve arrivals and departures, underscoring Indianapolis International Airport’s size and connectivity.

Readers are guided to Visit Indy’s meetings page for detailed information about the growing convention campus.

Indy has a track record of hosting major events—such as the Super Bowl XLVI, NBA/WNBA All-Star Games, Final Fours, and the CFP National Championship—demonstrating its capability to manage large-scale gatherings.