Exhibitor guide · Duluth, Georgia
Gas South Convention Center: the exhibitor's guide
Four names in twenty years for the arena next door, a 118-acre district in the Atlanta suburbs, and a convention hall built for shows that don't need downtown scale. What exhibitors need to know about Gwinnett County's main venue.
Gas South CC · 6400 Sugarloaf PkwyWhy this page exists
The arena next to this convention center has been renamed four times since it broke ground in 2001, Gwinnett Civic Center Arena, the Arena at Gwinnett Center, Infinite Energy Arena, and now Gas South Arena, and the whole 118-acre campus has followed suit as Gas South District. The convention center itself has stayed put, a straightforward 90,000 sq ft hall serving Gwinnett County's trade shows, consumer expos and association meetings about 30 minutes northeast of downtown Atlanta. This guide covers the exhibit hall, Georgia's labor rules, drayage, hotels, and the district's naming history.
The building
The exhibit hall
| Space | What it is | Typical shows | Booth planning note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exhibit hall | 90,000 sq ft. | Regional trade shows, consumer expos | Confirm current dock count. |
| Grand ballroom | 21,600 sq ft. | Galas, general sessions | Distinct rigging points from the hall. |
| 23 meeting rooms | Across the campus. | Breakouts, association meetings | Hand-carry and tabletop formats. |
Figures from the Gas South District's published facility overview.
The labor map
Who sets up my booth?
Georgia's right-to-work law applies; confirm your specific show's hand-carry and self-install allowance with the official contractor.
Full-time staff, no card required
Standard right-to-work terms apply.
Exhibitor-appointed contractors
Purple files as your EAC for Gas South shows.
History
Four names, one campus
Groundbreaking on the arena happens June 26, 2001; it opens February 16, 2003, as the Gwinnett Civic Center Arena, with the convention center built alongside it on the same 118-acre Duluth campus.
The arena is renamed the Arena at Gwinnett Center, then Infinite Energy Arena in 2015 after a naming-rights deal.
Gas South acquires the naming rights following its 2020 deal, and the full campus becomes Gas South District, with the arena renamed Gas South Arena.
The convention center anchors the district alongside the arena and a theater, hosting Gwinnett County's trade shows and meetings roughly 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta.
Free tool
Gas South drayage estimator
Planning numbers for 2026 and 2027; your show's exhibitor kit has the tariff.
Logistics
Hotels, transit, crew logistics
- Airport: Hartsfield-Jackson is about 45–50 minutes depending on traffic.
- By car: I-85 and Sugarloaf Parkway both reach the campus.
- Nearby: Stone Mountain Park, Georgia's most-visited attraction, is a short drive southwest.
- Crew: Purple coordinates Southeast crews for Gwinnett County installs.
| Hotel | Distance | Why exhibitors pick it |
|---|---|---|
| Hotels on the Gas South District campus | Walking distance | Closest options to the hall. |
| Duluth and Gwinnett-area hotels | 5–10-min drive | Wide range of price points. |
Questions
Gas South Convention Center FAQ
Why has the arena had so many names?
Naming rights have changed hands several times since the campus opened in 2003: Gwinnett Civic Center Arena, the Arena at Gwinnett Center, Infinite Energy Arena, and Gas South Arena since 2021. The convention center itself has kept a consistent identity throughout.
Can I set up my own booth?
Georgia's right-to-work law applies; confirm hand-carry allowances with your show's official contractor.
How much is drayage?
Purple's planning estimate is about $140 per hundredweight in 2026 and 2027, with a 200-pound minimum.
Is Stone Mountain nearby?
Yes, Stone Mountain Park is a short drive southwest of the Gas South District campus.
How big is the Gas South Convention Center?
A 90,000 sq ft exhibit hall, a 21,600 sq ft grand ballroom and 23 meeting rooms.
How big is the campus?
The Gas South District covers 118 acres, with the arena opening in 2003 and the convention center built alongside it.
Exhibiting at Gas South?
Send us the show and booth number. You get a labor briefing, a drayage estimate, and a build timeline within two business days.
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