Great meetings don’t have to be complicated. In Kearney, Nebraska, planners find the facilities, service and flexibility they need to make planning easier — along with a growing list of dining, entertainment and experiences that make attendees glad they came.

Easy to Plan

Located right off I-80 in the heart of Nebraska, Kearney offers more than 150,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, 2,000+ hotel rooms community-wide and more than 1,000 rooms within walking distance of the Younes Conference Center campus.

But it’s the service behind the space that sets Kearney apart. Experienced hospitality teams work alongside planners from start to finish, while Visit Kearney offers complimentary planning assistance, registration support, welcome materials and incentive programs to help make events easier and more cost-effective.

At the Younes Campus, planners also benefit from conveniences like free parking, on-site catering, Wi-Fi and built-in registration and storage areas — all designed to keep the focus on the event, not the logistics.

Younes Conference Center

Fun to Attend

When the day’s agenda is done, attendees don’t have to go far to find something to do.

The growing Younes Landing district offers new dining and entertainment within walking distance of the conference campus. Attendees can grab a locally brewed beer at Kinkaider Brewing or Bierhaus Maisschäler, unwind at Sip & Swirl wine bar, or choose from several casual dining options. Several spots offer lakeside patios, perfect for a meal, drinks or some downtime between meetings.

Nearby, Drop Zone adds another option for team building and after-hours fun with golf bays, an 18-hole putting course, pickleball, food and drinks. It’s an easy way to mix a little fun into the conference schedule.

New amenities extend throughout Kearney. The 209,000-square-foot Kearney SportsPlex offers opportunities for group recreation and special events — or simply a morning walk or run on the free indoor track.

Kinkaider Brewing Co & Bierhaus Maisschaler

More to Explore

With 125+ restaurants and bars, scenic hike-and-bike trails and unique attractions, there’s plenty to build into an itinerary — or let attendees discover on their own. Groups can explore the Museum of Nebraska Art, experience history at The Archway, catch a show at The World Theatre or Merryman Performing Arts Center, or spend an evening exploring Downtown Kearney’s Bricks Creative District, a hub for local dining, shopping, arts, entertainment and nightlife.

Kearney combines the amenities planners need with the hospitality and accessibility of a smaller destination. The result is simple: a meeting that’s easy to plan and a destination that’s fun to attend.

The Archway