Large convention centers located in resort areas also host conventions that attract additional visitors to the municipality.
It is suited to hosting world-class exhibitions, conventions, concerts, sports, and entertainment events.
Greenberg, a comic book fan himself, began hosting conventions in 1977 after he discovered that there weren't regular shows in his area.
It has hosted conventions and exhibitions since its opening.
Over the years, the complex hosted several conventions, sporting and musical events.
Chicago politics have also hosted some very publicized campaigns and conventions.
It is a major urban center, hosting major sports events, conventions, and United Nations conferences.
It also hosted political, socio-economic and cultural conventions.
It has also hosted commencements, concerts, conventions and other assemblies.
However, by mid-June 2006, the city was again hosting conventions and promoting tourism.