A Wonderful Place to Meet

Big City Amenities—Small Town Charm

Nestled in the heart of the Deep South, Valdosta and its surrounding area blends a rich southern heritage with charm, hospitality and character, creating the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable meeting or event.  Combined with the state-of-the-art, full-service meeting and facilities of the James H. Rainwater Conference Center, more than 3,600 affordable hotel and motel rooms, along with hundreds of restaurants and a wide variety of fun and activities, Valdosta provides just the right mix of big-city convenience and small-town hospitality for any event, whether it be a family reunion or business convention.

Versatility

Large or small, casual or informal, the James H. Rainwater Conference Center has the space and versatility to create just the right atmosphere for your event, with more than 47,000 square feet of meeting space to utilize.  Choose from one of our all-inclusive packages or work with your personal coordinator to tailor your event specifications and meet your budget.

Personalized Service

We realize any event's success lies in the details.  From pre-planning to post-service, our professionally-trained event staff will see to all your needs.  From ensuring your meeting or event specifications are met to simplifying any challenges you may encounter, your personal coordinator will ensure a successful experience.  And by using our interactive planning guide, you'll be able to oversee each aspect of your meeting, right down to the room layout.

Convenience

Located on I-75, the James H. Rainwater Conference Center is approximately half-way between Orlando and Atlanta.  Its location makes Valdosta perfect for daytrips to Jacksonville, Tallahassee and Georgia's coastal islands like St. Simon and Jekyll.  Valdosta also has a private and commercial airport with daily flights to Atlanta.