Family Friendly Attractions & Events

Nestled amidst breathtaking natural surroundings, Moody Gardens offers a perfect blend of relaxation and excitement for guests of all ages for work or play. From tropical rainforests to the oceans of the world, a wide range of attractions, educational activities, kid's events, dining options, and exciting entertainment await. This island resort uniquely accommodates large conferences, weddings and social events as well as being the romantic escape and family destination where special memories are created.

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Meetings & Events

From Trade Shows to Board Meetings, We Do It All

With a plethora of spacious, well-equipped meeting rooms across the Moody Gardens Hotel and Convention Center, you have ample options to host a variety of events — from intimate receptions and corporate meetings to large trade shows.

103,000+
Sq Ft of Event Space
428
Hotel Rooms On-Site
1,000
Car Parking Capacity
Free
Wi-Fi in Every Room

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Tell us your dates, headcount and space needs — our creative Galveston event planners will take it from there.

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Kim Conner
Senior Sales Manager
(409) 683-4412
360 Virtual Tours

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Explore our meeting spaces in immersive 360° — tap a floor plan inside the tour to jump room to room, just like a site visit.

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Moody Gardens Convention Center
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Property Capacity Chart

Every Room, Every Setup

Moody Gardens Hotel

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Room
Dimensions
Sq Ft
Theater
Banquet
Classroom
Reception
Conference
Hollow Sq
Exhibits
Frances Moody Ballroom
138 × 110
15,180
2,000
1,100
1,000
1,579
60
50
93
Moody I
69 × 110
7,590
840
630
500
768
60
50
45
Moody II
69 × 110
7,590
840
630
500
768
60
50
45
Salons DE
68 × 110
7,480
840
620
500
765
60
50
45
Salon A and H
35 × 37
1,295
140
105
50
132
60
34
–
Salon B and G
35 × 36
1,260
140
105
50
132
40
34
–
Salon C and F
35 × 37
1,295
140
105
50
132
40
34
–
Salons AB, BC, FG, GH
35 × 73
2,555
280
210
100
263
60
50
–
Salons ABC
35 × 110
3,850
400
320
150
389
60
50
23
Salons FGH
35 × 110
3,850
400
320
150
389
60
50
23
Salon D and E
34 × 110
3,740
400
310
150
375
60
50
23
Vine Room
30 × 60
1,800
200
120
100
189
60
48
11
Vine Room 1 and 2
30 × 30
900
100
60
50
95
28
20
–
Ivy Room
30 × 64
1,920
200
125
100
200
60
50
11
Ivy Room 1 and 2
30 × 32
960
100
60
50
100
30
22
–
Garden Terrace
28 × 47.5
1,330
140
100
80
130
–
–
–
Viewfinders Terrace
27.5 × 67
1,842
150
100
80
150
50
–
–
Board Room
35 × 20
700
–
–
–
–
25
–
–
Training Room
38 × 22
845
90
80
45
70
30
22
–

Moody Gardens Convention Center

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Room
Dimensions
Sq Ft
8×10 Booths
10×10 Booths
Theater
Classroom
Banquet
Exhibit Halls A, B & C
377 × 140
52,780
329
275
5,860
2,600
3,500
Exhibit Hall A + Hall
112 × 140
15,680
98
78
1,740
780
1,025
Exhibit Hall A
104 × 140
14,560
91
72
1,615
725
970
Exhibit Hall A 1
94 × 40
3,760
23
18
415
180
250
Exhibit Hall A 2
94 × 60
5,640
35
28
620
275
375
Exhibit Hall A 3
104 × 40
4,160
26
20
460
205
275
Exhibit Hall A 4
91 × 44.3
4,031
25
20
445
200
265
Exhibit Hall B + Hall
121 × 140
16,940
105
84
1,880
845
1,100
Exhibit Hall B
112 × 140
15,680
98
78
1,740
780
1,025
Exhibit Hall C + Hall
153 × 140
21,420
133
107
2,380
1,050
1,425
Exhibit Hall C
144 × 140
20,160
126
100
2,240
1,000
1,325
Floral Halls A & B
–
9,100
56
45
1,000
450
600
Floral Hall A
73.5 × 54.5
4,005
25
20
445
200
265
Floral Hall A 1
36 × 54.5
1,962
12
9
215
100
130
Floral Hall A 2
36 × 54.5
1,962
12
9
215
100
130
Floral Hall B
55.4 × 91.9
5,095
31
25
565
200
339
Northside
129 × 54.5
7,030
43
35
780
350
465
Azalea, Rose, Orchid
19 × 19
361
–
–
40
24
30
Bluebonnet, Jasmine
19 × 19
361
–
–
40
24
30
Hibiscus, Daffodil
28 × 19
532
–
–
59
30
40
Wisteria, Iris and Tulip
28 × 19
532
–
–
59
30
40
Floor Plans & Venues

103,000 Square Feet of Flexible Event Space

Moody Gardens Hotel and Convention Center has 103,000 square feet of event space. From corporate events, conferences to trade shows to Gulfside wedding receptions, our state-of-the-art, ballroom-quality spaces are ideal Galveston event venues.

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Event Services

Ensuring Your Gathering Is a Success

At Moody Gardens Hotel, we have designed our Gulf Coast event services with success in mind. Covering everything from room rentals to AV equipment to crafting the perfect menu, our expertly executed services ensure every detail is covered.

✓Complimentary Wi-Fi in all meeting rooms and guest rooms
✓Convention Center parking for up to 1,000 cars
✓In-house AV equipment and technical support
✓Dedicated Galveston event planning team
Weddings

Settings As Unique As Your Love Story

Plan your wedding on 242 acres of tropical Gulf beauty, ideal for intimate or grand ceremonies — island casual, romantic rainforest, or a formal ballroom.

✓Rainforest Pyramid — vows amidst beautiful flora and fauna
✓Aquarium Pyramid — seaside tranquility with penguins and seals
✓Moody Gardens Ballroom — chandeliers to table settings, exquisite
✓Viewfinders Terrace — views of the Pyramids and Galveston Bay
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Catering & Banquets

The Perfect Menu for Your Event

Our professional Galveston sales and catering staff offer expert service for all types of functions, whether you are planning a corporate luncheon or a grand wedding reception.

Buffets have a 50-guest minimum. All food and beverage must be provided by Moody Gardens Hotel and consumed on premises.
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Let's Plan Your Event at Moody Gardens

103,000+ square feet of meeting space, a full resort around it, and a sales team that makes it easy.

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