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The Carolinas' Hub for Meetings and Milestones
Gateway Conference Center is a 42,000+ square-foot conference, wedding and special event venue in Richburg, South Carolina, conveniently located off I-77 between Charlotte, NC and Columbia, SC.
Perfect Blend of City
Convenience and Rural Charm
Nestled in Chester County, the Gateway Conference Center
offers the best of both worlds—strategically located as the
southernmost county in the Charlotte region and bordering the
Columbia, SC, area. Our event venue takes full advantage of this
unique location, combining metropolitan accessibility with
warm, inviting Southern charm.
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Versatile Event Spaces
From intimate meetings to large conferences and celebrations,
Gateway offers approximately 15,000 square feet of rentable event
space
within our 42,000+ square-foot facility.
Flexible ballrooms and meeting rooms can accommodate conferences,
weddings, banquets, training sessions, expos and community events.
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Convenient Accessibility
Located just off I-77 in Richburg, South Carolina, Gateway is easily accessible
from Charlotte, Rock Hill, Fort Mill, Lancaster, Chester and Columbia.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport and Columbia Metropolitan Airport
are also within driving distance, making Gateway convenient for both local
and out-of-town guests.
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Dedicated Event Support
Our experienced event planning team works with you every step of
the way, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience for you and
your guests.
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On-Site Amenities
Gateway offers more than 500 complimentary parking spaces,
high-speed Wi-Fi, HDMI connectivity, built-in projection capabilities in select
spaces and house sound. Our flexible event spaces and on-site amenities make
it easy to host meetings, conferences and celebrations under one roof.
Events at Gateway
Meet in The Middle
Centrally Located between Charlotte & Columbia
Gateway combines space, accessibility, flexibility and service in a location that makes sense for regional events. You’ll find 42,000+ square feet of event space, a 9,655-square-foot Grand Ballroom, multiple breakout and meeting spaces, 500+ free parking spaces, convenient I-77 access, nearby lodging, audiovisual capabilities and optional Gateway Plus services—all in one facility. But Gateway is more than square footage. Our goal is to make it easier to bring people together—whether you're planning a two-hour meeting, a 400-person celebration or a multi-day conference.
Gateway Plus
Make event planning easier with Gateway Plus. Add the services you need to your venue rental, from coffee and tea service to room flips and post-event cleanup. Available options include linens, a stage, Chiavari chairs, a selfie booth, continental breakfast, butler and porter service, and more.
Meet, collaborate, explore.... where inspiring events come to life
