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Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC)

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC)

Convention Center
Seaport District, Boston
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    5-hour ENERGY® Zone
    "free energy shot during PAX East!"(3 Tips)
    FanCons.com
    "MBTA Silver Line into the city to find food"(3 Tips)
    Lior Y.
    "great convention center, but too bad that the parking is so far away"(2 Tips)
    Megan L.
    "how delicious Papagayo"(2 Tips)
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  • J.M. W.heart icon on user image
    J.M. WaskoMarch 10, 2015
    The Samuel Adams bar is totally worth it for a cheap drink. Just be patient and wait in line at the register and the bartenders will make sure that you get served without having to wait for a seat.
  • Katie H.
    Katie HauserOctober 28, 2010
    Been here 50+ times
    If you're in town for a convention, check the Friends of Fort Point Neighborhood calendar for fun activities and local specials! There's always something cool going on! Friendsoffortpointchannel.org
    Upvoted Oct 28
  • Paul V.
    Paul VargasFebruary 17, 2012
    Pack a lunch when working a show here. Slice of pizza $7.50 same for a hot dog or sausage water or soda $3.50 the best deal is bottle beer $6
  • Al Shaima A.heart icon on user image
    Al Shaima Al MadaniOctober 28, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Huge convention center, clean and organized ASA meeting
  • Diego V.
    Diego VerasMarch 26, 2013
    So easy to get lost around the place. Grab a map if you're up for a convention! PAX 2013ª
  • David P.
    David Pierre-LouisMarch 26, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Where comfortable shoes and always carry a snack while waiting in lines...but what an awesome experience and I.can't wait for next year..
  • MIT
    MITApril 10, 2011
    This is the place to be on April 10! MIT will celebrate its 150th anniversary with a free event (the Next Century Convocation) that's also open to the public.
  • Megan L.
    Megan LinebargerDecember 6, 2010
    Been here 50+ times
    Still thinking about how delicious Papagayo was (283 Summer St.) take a nice walk down when at the BCEC and get chips & guac... You won't regret it!!
  • Massachusetts Convention
    Massachusetts ConventionSeptember 22, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Hungry? Check out Sebastian's, Atlantic Beer Garden or Whiskey Priest - just a few of the delicious places to go and grab a bite to eat when at the BCEC!
  • Bobbie C.
    Bobbie CarltonDecember 6, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    Get here via the Silver Line - second stop from South Station
  • Mimi T.
    Mimi TakanoNovember 9, 2013
    Boston Career Forum- definitely a place to check out if you're bilingual in Japanese an English and looking for a job
  • Charlie D.
    Charlie DaraghyJanuary 19, 2014
    Buy admission tickets in advance. Line snaked 45 minutes into another whole room at the auto show one year.
  • EmmeGirls M.
    EmmeGirls ModelsMarch 11, 2012
    Home of Intl Boston Seafood Show this place is HUGE! Download your myBCEC from the app store to navigate and make sure you hire qualified spokes models to increase your ROI! +1 202 436 5114 Read more
  • Jeremy K.heart icon on user image
    Jeremy KrantzMarch 5, 2015
    Download the my BCEC app to navigate this place. It's huge!
  • Christy L.
    Christy LandesAugust 18, 2015
    Well organized, good meeting space. Not super convenient location.
  • 5-hour ENERGY® Zone
    5-hour ENERGY® ZoneMarch 22, 2013
    Visit the 5-hour ENERGY® Sampling Station in the Main Lobby for a free energy shot during PAX East!
  • Location3 Media
    Location3 MediaSeptember 29, 2011
    Attending DMA2011 in October? Stop by booth #1639 to learn more about digital marketing from the Location3 team, and attend our search engine marketing lab on Oct. 4: www.location3.com/dma-search
  • Massachusetts Convention
    Massachusetts ConventionOctober 28, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    This building's pretty big, huh? Get our app myBCEC to help navigate the floors, find out what's nearby, check transportation updates & more. Your personal concierge!
  • AIDS.gov
    AIDS.govNovember 4, 2013
    Come and see us at the Social Media Lab located near the food court.
  • Rachel K.
    Rachel KFebruary 20, 2012
    In town on business? Find a good place to eat, drink and enjoy your stay with the Sonnhalter Insider’s Guide to Boston. Read more
  • Selena H.
    Selena HooverMarch 29, 2012
    Need some power for your mobile device? Stop by the Duracell booth #1847 and charge your computer/phone in one of their secure lockers!
  • Merlin C.
    Merlin CaloApril 6, 2012
    If your into video games, mmo, online gaming, and mobile games. #paxeast is the event to be.
  • Steph K.heart icon on user image
    Steph KatrinaMarch 26, 2016
    This place is huge. The food court is middling.
  • Massachusetts Convention
    Massachusetts ConventionFebruary 24, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    In town for a convention? Papagayo's Mexican Restaurant is just a short walk on Summer Street. Check them out http://www.papagayoboston.com
  • Jeff W.
    Jeff WillingerMay 5, 2014
    Track down @jWillie and discuss social intranets and portals
  • Jenn P.heart icon on user image
    Jenn PJune 18, 2015
    Spacious and well designed.
  • W. N.
    W. N.April 21, 2014
    Get some really good cushioned sneakers if you're going to be here.
  • Vitalik O.heart icon on user image
    Vitalik OrikhonMay 20, 2019
    👍 Nice place
  • Connorheart icon on user image
    ConnorAugust 6, 2014
    The food is actually pretty good here, at least at PAX East.
  • Lior Y.
    Lior YanayApril 15, 2013
    great convention center, but too bad that the parking is so far away
  • Megan H.
    Megan HairJuly 8, 2012
    CFEs earn 22% more than their non-certified colleagues. Stop by booth 607 at the IIA International Conference to learn more!
  • FanCons.com
    FanCons.comJanuary 21, 2012
    Take the MBTA Silver Line into the city to find food because there aren't a whole lot of options out here.
  • Enrico S.heart icon on user image
    Enrico SMay 17, 2015
    Great convention center. Easy to reach via silver line. Expensive and mediocre food services.
  • Massachusetts Convention
    Massachusetts ConventionMarch 30, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Want to try something new for lunch? KO Catering and Pies offers authentic Australian cuisine and meat pies.
  • Alice L.heart icon on user image
    Alice LouisMarch 8, 2015
    Very large but cleanedcleaned well.
  • FutureM
    FutureMAugust 8, 2011
    At 516,000 square feet, this building is the largest exhibition center in the Northeast.
  • Dawn Q.
    Dawn QuesnelDecember 5, 2013
    Stop by ICFNE booth I'll be here until 11:30am we are next to community connection
  • David L.
    David LouSeptember 29, 2014
    Visit the Wells Fargo booth- No.D39
  • Michael B.
    Michael B.July 20, 2012
    This is a nice place 2 go 2 a convention in Boston.
  • Meaghan
    MeaghanJanuary 16, 2010
    Looking for lunch during conference? Check out Flour Bakery, just a few blocks away, scrumptious sandwiches and treats.
  • Daniel T.heart icon on user image
    Daniel TewfikSeptember 12, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Don't buy anything here. They've jacked up prices to ridiculous levels.
  • Gina M.
    Gina MinksMay 6, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Check in at the ECN booth. If you are current ECN community member they will give you a prize. If you register right there they will still give you a prize! Read more
  • Pascale L.
    Pascale LaneApril 21, 2013
    Wifi access sucks. Attached Westin has free access in lobby that's more reliable.
  • Gina M.
    Gina MinksMay 6, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Join us in the ECN booth at 5:45 on Monday to discuss the value of the Proven Professional Certifications.
  • Sarah H.
    Sarah HarperOctober 29, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    To get more traffic to your booth, have a treat, even a bowl of candy works.
  • Gina M.
    Gina MinksMay 6, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Get Proven! Take an EMC Proven Proven Professional Exam. Find Michelle Lavoie once you pass, and tell the rest of the community that you are Proven!
  • Ed C.
    Ed CoffinOctober 15, 2010
    Stop by the Caveman Foods table and try some AWESOME water kefir! Booth #1241
  • susan z.
    susan zellmann-rohrerJanuary 27, 2010
    EMC World 2010 opens May 9th. Go to EMC Community Network booth to connect with other members, find like-minded professionals who can share their experiences and solutions. Read more
  • Matty G.heart icon on user image
    Matty GetlooseSeptember 7, 2016
    nice potty !!!
  • millicent c.
    millicent calinogNovember 6, 2011
    Join us for champagne at the #Wells Fargo European launch party 5:45 booth 1108 #afp2011
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