George R. Brown Convention Center
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The George R. Brown Convention Center sits in the heart of downtown Houston and is home to numerous conventions and events. A venue of Houston First
One of America's 10 largest convention centers, the George R. Brown(GRB) features 1.8 million square feet of dedicated meeting space, including seven exhibit halls, a 3,600 tier-seated amphitheater, a level-three exhibit hall featuring arena-style seating for 6,500 with additional floor seating for 1,000,four 2,880 square-foot open-air event balconies, 100 flexible meeting rooms and a 31,590 squar
We’re still reminiscing about Comicpalooza! 💥
From cosplay to unforgettable panels and fan moments, relive the weekend with this reel.
Some moments deserve a timelapse.
Comicpalooza continues at the GRB! 💥
The wait is over! Comicpalooza is in full swing 💥
See you all this weekend!
It’s time. The GRB is ready. Comicpalooza kicks off in a few hours! 💥
05/19/2026
The wait is nearly over—Comicpalooza is just 3 days away! Get ready for star-studded panels, shopping, cosplay, gaming, and more. 🔥 Check the full schedule on our website or the Comicpalooza app and join the fun!
Click on link in comments to buy your passes!
💥Comicpalooza💥
Join us at the GRB for this year’s !
“Comicpalooza is your pop-culture festival, curated for you, by people just like you. Brimming with entertainment, special attractions, programming, and celebrities representing a myriad of fandoms, there is no shortage of fun all weekend long.”
📍George R. Brown Convention Center
📆5/22 - 5/24
🎫 Tickets can be found at
05/08/2026
Happy National Travel and Tourism Week!
Travel is an industry that powers our economy, builds opportunity, and connects our country. In 2025 an estimated 52 million visitors came to Houston from around the world.
Recently, the GRB welcomed Dot Foods for Innovations 2026.
According to the organization’s website, “Innovations has grown to give attendees and exhibitors across a wide range of channels opportunities to network and share insights—all while having fun.”
04/24/2026
Houston First Corporation and its development team will begin demolition of the Avenida South Garage on May 4. This is part of the first phase of the Convention District Transformation project.
View maps and details: https://www.houstonfirst.com/news/alert-demolition-of-avenida-south-garage
04/10/2026
THIS WEEKEND! 🎉
We are excited to welcome The Nostalgia Con back to the GRB!
According to the organization's website, "The Nostalgia Con offers a weekend full of family friendly fun for all fandoms! Featuring incredible guests, talented artists, unique vendors and nonstop entertainment."
📅Apri 10-12
📍George R. Brown Convention Center
🎟️ For more details, visit https://www.thenostalgiacon.com/houstonhome2026
📸: Nostalgia Con
04/08/2026
THIS SATURDAY! 👟
We’re excited to welcome Sneaker Con back to the George R. Brown Convention Center on April 11th!👟
According to the organization’s website, Sneaker Con “is the world’s premier sneaker show, providing a huge space for vendors and attendees to buy, sell, and trade some of the most sought-after footwear in the game.”
📅 April 11
📍George R. Brown Convention Center
🎟️ This is a ticketed event. For more details, visit the Events link in our bio.
📸: Sneaker Con
04/04/2026
Earlier this month, the GRB welcomed by S&P Global, which featured four key platforms: The Executive Conference, the Innovation Agora, Partner Programs and Professional Development Programs.
According to the organization's website, “this premier event convenes over 1620 C-Suite executives, 80+ ministers and top officials, and 365 media representatives, with more than 10,000 participants from over 2,350 companies across 90 countries for dialogue on the agenda ahead as the world enters a new era of energy.”
📸: CERAWeek
A year ago today Houston Mayor John Whitmire and Houston First revealed the Convention District Transformation Project.
Construction on the first phase is fully underway! 🚜Designed to attract the leading events in industry, GRB South will help create the most sellable and innovative convention facility in North America.
02/27/2026
2026 NCA All-Star National Championship
🗓️ February 27 – March 1, 2026
📍Houston, Texas (George R. Brown Convention Center & Toyota Center)
🎥 Watch Live Performance https://usatodayhss.youtubestream.site/varsity-tv.php
02/25/2026
2026 NCA All-Star National Championship
🗓️ February 27 – March 1, 2026
📍Houston, Texas (George R. Brown Convention Center & Toyota Center)
🎥 Watch Live Performance https://tinyurl.com/tv-varsity
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02/18/2026
This week the GRB welcomes the 51st Annual Houston Fishing show! 🎣
According to Houston Fishing Show’s website, there will be “hundreds of booths to visit at Houston’s longest ever running fishing show. Boats, gear, and special guests.”
📆 Now - Feb 22
📍GRB Hall A
This is a ticketed event open to the public.
Learn more: https://houstonfishingshow.com/
02/04/2026
Make it a family weekend to remember! Snag 2 weekend passes at 20% off and dive into all the creativity, excitement, and interactive fun waiting at CP2026. This is where shared memories begin.
(Link to purchase passes in comments)
ℹ️ Visit https://bit.ly/49uYuQM for full details!
📅 May 22-24, 2026
📍 Houston – George R. Brown Convention Center 📷: Michelle Bradbeer
01/30/2026
Home to Houston’s largest conferences and a hub for major events, the George R. Brown Convention Center is a premiere meetings destination, offering convention space, dining, live programming, and more to the area.
Earlier this month, the GRB’s versatility was on full display as we welcomed Dinosaur Adventure, the Simone Biles Invitational 2026 and the Bridal Extravaganza. 💍🦖🤸♀️
Exciting news for the George R. Brown Convention Center! During a press conference, Houston First and Mayor Whitmire announced that FIRST® has selected Houston and the GRB to host largest annual robotics competition through 2034. The FIRST Championship draws more than 50,000 attendees each year with an economic impact of approximately $74 million.
01/15/2026
The GRB is excited to welcome back Dinosaur Adventure! 🦕
🗓 January 24 & 25
🎟 Ticketed Event
🦖 Activities include fossil searches, Jurassic scooter races, dinosaur rides, and more
Don’t miss this dino-mite experience!
01/09/2026
01/08/2026
As the year gets into full swing, so do all the exciting events at the George R. Brown Convention Center!
Whether you’re picking up your packet for the marathon or stepping into a dinosaur adventure, we’re ready to welcome you. ✨
Learn more: https://www.grbhouston.com/attendees/events-calendar/
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