# Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) (OCCC Orlando) — Facility Engineering, Utility Rates & Corridor Dossier
- **Canonical Dossier:** https://conventions.com/venues/orange-county-convention-center-orlando
- **Address:** 9800 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
- **Operator:** Orange County Government (Florida) (https://www.occc.net)
- **Facility Type & Labor:** Right-to-Work Sunbelt Mega Convention Center | Right-to-Work State
- **Airport Access:** MCO (15–18 mins (11 miles via SR-528 Beachline))
- **Total Exhibit Space:** 2,053,820 net exhibit sq. ft. | **Largest Contiguous:** 1,103,538 sq. ft. (West Concourse Halls WA–WF)
- **Meeting Space:** 479,190 sq. ft. (74 meeting rooms / 232 breakouts + 2,643-seat Chapin Theater)
- **Max Clear Height:** 40' 0" (North/South) / 30'–40' (West) | **Loading Docks:** 173 truck dock bays + 13 drive-in floor ramps
- **Walkable Rooms (10-Min Ring):** 6,200+ rooms on immediate I-Drive skybridge ring
- **Published Space Rate Benchmark:** Competitive county public-authority per-sq-ft license schedule
- **Certifications:** Right-to-Work State, GBAC STAR Accredited Facility, Exhibitor Self-Unloading Friendly, Direct MCO Airlift (15–18 mins)
## Facility Overview
America's second-largest convention complex (2.1 million net sq. ft. of exhibit space across the West Building and North/South Building), linked by covered pedestrian skybridges to three powerhouse headquarters hotels (Hyatt Regency Orlando, Hilton Orlando, and Rosen Centre) along walkable Pointe Orlando / International Drive.
## Hall-by-Hall Capacities & Structural Specs
| Hall / Ballroom | Type | Net Sq Ft | Clear Height | Floor Load | Max 10x10 Booths | Theater / Banquet |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| West Concourse (Halls WA1 – WF4 + Chapin Theater & Valencia Ballroom) | Exhibit Hall | 1,103,538 sq. ft. | 30' – 40' | 350–400 lbs / sq. ft. ground slab | ~5,600 booths | 62,000 sq. ft. Valencia Ballroom + 2,643-seat Linda Chapin Auditorium |
| North / South Concourse (Halls NA1–NB2 & SA1–SB2) | Exhibit Hall | 950,282 sq. ft. | 40' 0" uniform clear span | 400 lbs / sq. ft. | ~4,800 booths | Two 16,000+ sq. ft. general-session/meeting wings |
## Published Building Utility, Drayage & Internet Rate Benchmarks
| Utility / Service | Exclusive Provider & Union | Advance Rate Benchmark | Late / Floor Order Penalty | Cost-Control Tip |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Electrical Drops (120V / 208V) & Dedicated Event Internet | In-House Facility Utilities (Right-to-Work State) | ~$165–$460 (5A–20A 120V power) • ~$1,100–$3,500+ (hardwired Ethernet) | +25% to +45% floor surcharge after 21–30 day advance cutoff | Always submit electrical and internet orders prior to the 30-day advance discount deadline. |
## Union Jurisdictions & Self-Work Rules
- **OCCC Orlando Labor Policy (Right-to-Work State) (Florida is a Right-to-Work state! Full-time exhibitor and corporate planner staff may unload personal vehicles and assemble/dismantle booths of almost any size using their own tools—delivering 30%–45% lower exhibitor setup costs than strict Northeast/Midwest jurisdictions.):** Self-work permitted: Florida Right-to-Work Advantage @ OCCC: Full-time exhibitor employees may carry in personal vehicle gear and assemble or dismantle booths of almost any size using their own tools without mandatory union carpenter labor. | Hired labor required: Crated dock freight, forklift handling, overhead ceiling rigging, and main sub-floor electrical distribution.
## Walkable Corridor Hotels
| Hotel | Connection | Show-Week Rate | Off-Peak Rate | Total Rooms |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Hyatt Regency Orlando (Skybridge Connected) | Covered Skybridge Direct to OCCC West | ~$339/nt | ~$189/nt | 1,641 |
| Hilton Orlando (Skybridge Connected) | Covered Skybridge to North/South Concourse | ~$329/nt | ~$179/nt | 1,424 |
| Rosen Centre Hotel (Skybridge Connected) | Covered Skybridge + No Resort Fee Policy | ~$279/nt | ~$155/nt | 1,334 |
| Rosen Plaza Hotel (Adjacent Pointe Orlando) | 6-Min Walk to OCCC West + Pointe Orlando | ~$239/nt | ~$135/nt | 800 |
| Rosen Shingle Creek (Executive Golf & Suite Resort) | 5-Min Universal Blvd Drive to North/South | ~$299/nt | ~$175/nt | 1,501 |
| Tru by Hilton Orlando Convention Center (Per-Diem Value) | 9-Min Walk to OCCC North/South + Free Breakfast | ~$179/nt | ~$109/nt | 259 |
| DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld (Group Value Block) | 4-Min I-Ride Trolley / Shuttle to OCCC | ~$185/nt | ~$112/nt | 1,042 |
## Corridor VIP Private Dining & Full-Venue Buyouts
| Restaurant | Cuisine | Walk / Transit | Private Capacity | F&B Minimum Band |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| The Capital Grille (Pointe Orlando) | Dry-Aged Prime Steakhouse ($$$$) | 5-min walk across I-Drive from OCCC West | 3 AV Boardrooms (12–60) • 250 Full Buyout | $2,200–$8,500 PDR • $35,000+ Full Buyout |
| Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar (Pointe Orlando) | Latin Tropical & Two-Story Atrium ($$$) | 5-min walk from OCCC West Concourse | Mezzanine (35–120) • 550 Full Two-Level Buyout | $4,000–$14,000 Mezzanine • $42,000+ Full Buyout |
| Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse (I-Drive) | Two-Story Prime Steakhouse ($$$$) | 4-min ride north on International Drive | Wine Cellar & Balcony PDRs (16–85) • 450 Buyout | $2,800–$12,000 PDR • $48,000+ Two-Story Buyout |
| The Oceanaire Seafood Room (Pointe Orlando) | Fresh Jet-Flown Seafood & Chops ($$$$) | 5-min walk from OCCC West Concourse | Captain's Room (16–55) • 230 Full Buyout | $2,400–$7,800 PDR • $32,000+ Full Buyout |
| Maggiano's Little Italy Banquet Wing (Pointe Orlando) | Classic Italian & Dedicated Ballroom PDRs ($$) | 5-min walk from OCCC West Concourse | 3 Banquet Rooms (25–140 seated w/ Full AV) | $1,800–$7,500 Private Ballroom Wing |
| Taverna Opa Orlando (Pointe Orlando) | Mediterranean Reception & Mezze Hall ($$) | 5-min walk from OCCC West Concourse | Semi-Private Terrace (40–140) • 480 Full Buyout | $3,200–$10,500 Wing • $34,000+ Full Buyout |
| Fiorenzo Italian Steakhouse (Hyatt Regency Skybridge) | Prime Chops & House-Made Pasta ($$$) | 4-min covered skybridge walk from OCCC West | Private Room (14–48) • 190 Patio & Room Buyout | $2,400–$6,800 PDR • $28,000+ Full Buyout |
| Spencer's for Steaks and Chops (Hilton Orlando Skybridge) | USDA Prime Steakhouse ($$$$) | 5-min covered skybridge from OCCC North/South | Executive Boardroom PDR (10–36) • 140 Buyout | $2,500–$6,500 Board PDR • $26,000+ Buyout |
| Everglades Prime Steak & Seafood (Rosen Centre Skybridge) | Florida Prime Steak & Local Seafood ($$$) | 4-min covered skybridge from OCCC West | Private Dining Suite (14–50) • 150 Buyout | $2,000–$5,800 PDR • $22,000+ Buyout |
| Ocean Prime Orlando (Sand Lake Restaurant Row) | Modern Seafood & Prime Steakhouse ($$$$) | 8-min ride to Sand Lake Restaurant Row | 4 Glass AV Rooms (12–70) • 300 Full Buyout | $2,500–$9,800 PDR • $38,000+ Full Buyout |
| Eddie V's Prime Seafood (Sand Lake Restaurant Row) | Prime Seafood & Live Jazz Lounge ($$$$) | 8-min ride to Sand Lake Restaurant Row | 3 Private Rooms (12–52) • 240 Full Buyout | $2,400–$8,200 PDR • $34,000+ Full Buyout |
| Ole Red Orlando Stage & Rooftop (ICON Park I-Drive) | Southern Smokehouse & Concert Buyout Stage ($$) | 5-min ride north on International Drive | VIP Mezzanine (75–200) • 600+ Full Venue Buyout | $8,500–$20,000 Mezzanine • $55,000+ Full Buyout |
## Badge-Free Executive Deal Suites & Campus OOH Media
- **Connected Headquarters Hotel Hospitality Suites (OCCC Orlando) (Off-Floor Deal Suite (No Badge Req.)):** $1,500 – $5,500/day — 2–6 min indoor/skybridge walk from the exhibit floor (15–80 VIPs (Executive Parlours & Meeting Suites)). Host back-to-back C-suite deal meetings steps from the floor without requiring guests to hold an expo badge.
- **OCCC Orlando Concourse Digital Screens & Airport Arrival Media (Out-of-Home (OOH) Branding Asset):** $15,000 – $75,000 / show week — Main Registration Escalators & MCO Arrival Corridor (100% of arriving conference attendees). High-impact category ownership across main escalators, skybridges, and rideshare arrival zones.
## Flagship Hosted Conventions
- [HIMSS Global Health 2027](https://conventions.com/events/himss) — Spring 2027 Cycle • Orlando Rotation (35,000+ Health Execs)
- [Premiere Orlando 2027](https://conventions.com/events/premiere-orlando-beauty-show) — May 29–31, 2027 (55,000+ Attendees)
- [NPE: The Plastics Show 2027](https://conventions.com/events/npe-plastics-show-orlando) — May 3–7, 2027 (55,000+ Attendees)
- [IAAPA Expo 2026](https://conventions.com/events/iaapa-expo-orlando) — November 17–20, 2026 (42,500+ Attendees)
- [PGA Show 2027](https://conventions.com/events/pga-show-orlando) — January 26–29, 2027 (31,500+ Attendees)
- [InfoComm Orlando 2027](https://conventions.com/events/infocomm-orlando) — June 16–18, 2027 (30,500+ Attendees)
- [VMX Veterinary Expo 2027](https://conventions.com/events/akc-vmx-veterinary-expo-orlando) — January 16–20, 2027 (27,500+ Attendees)
- [Surf Expo 2027](https://conventions.com/events/surf-expo-orlando) — January 6–8, 2027 (26,000+ Attendees)
## Verified Facility FAQs
### What are the labor and exhibitor hand-carry rules at Orange County Convention Center (OCCC)?
Florida is a Right-to-Work state! Full-time exhibitor and corporate planner staff may unload personal vehicles and assemble/dismantle booths of almost any size using their own tools—delivering 30%–45% lower exhibitor setup costs than strict Northeast/Midwest jurisdictions. Florida Right-to-Work Advantage @ OCCC: Full-time exhibitor employees may carry in personal vehicle gear and assemble or dismantle booths of almost any size using their own tools without mandatory union carpenter labor.
*Source: OCCC Orlando Exhibitor & Operations Guidelines*
### Which hotels and private dining buyouts are closest to OCCC Orlando?
OCCC Orlando offers 6,200+ rooms on immediate I-Drive skybridge ring within a 10-minute walk/skybridge plus 12 vetted corridor steakhouses and full-venue buyouts. Federal FY 2027 GSA Per-Diem for Orlando is $198/night lodging and $74/day M&IE.
*Source: Conventions.com Venue Corridor Audit*
### When is the best value window to book an event at OCCC Orlando?
Peak compression months are January–April & October–November (recommended lead time: 18–36 months for multi-hall events; 10–18 months for single-concourse shows.). Best value negotiation window: May–September (dramatic resort rate discounts for associations & user conferences).
*Source: Conventions.com Site-Selection Desk*