Welcome
Welcome to the General Gordon R. Sullivan Conference and Event Center, where business meetings, corporate gatherings, and special events find their perfect home. Located in the heart of Arlington, Virginia, just two blocks from the Court House Metro, our facility combines convenience, technology, and comfort.
Our newly renovated space features two large conference rooms with pre-function areas and six premier boardrooms. We offer state-of- the-art AV technology with on-site support, along with built-in video teleconferencing in every room, making remote connections seamless.
WHAT SETS US APART?
- No food & beverage minimums or AV packages—so you have the flexibility to create an event that suits your needs.
- Our preferred catering partners offer diverse menu options.
- Our breezeway connection to the Hyatt Place Arlington/ Courthouse Plaza provides easy access to accommodation and additional amenities.
With exceptional customer service and flexible event spaces, the General Gordon R. Sullivan Conference and Event Center is the ideal choice for your next event.
Join us and experience where innovation meets hospitality.
10,800 Square Feet of Meeting Space
3,560 Square Feet of Pre-Function Space
(including a cafe & lounge)
2 Large Conference Rooms (hosting up to 180 guests each)
6 Premier Boardrooms (seating groups of 10–24)
2 Blocks from the Court House Metro Station
1st Floor Main Conference Room
Step into sophistication at our first-floor Main Conference Room, where a captivating digital video wall sets the stage with vibrant colors and superior image quality. Seamlessly connect with full duplex video and audio conferencing, complemented by live and on-demand event streaming. Accommodating up to 180 guests in theatre style, the main room boasts high ceilings, while an attached pre-function area welcomes an additional 115 attendees, with adaptable glass walls for flexible configurations.
View Floorplan & Gallery
- 200 Stackable Chairs 10 (6ft)
- Round Tables (requires linen rental)
- 10 Finished Wooden Tables (30” x 90”)
- 24 Finished Wooden Tables (30” x 60”)
- 5 Catering Tables with Linen for Food and Beverage Service
- 8 High-Top Tables
- 2 High-Top Bar Tables (30” x 50”)
- 6 Barstools
4th Floor Main Conference Room
Welcome to the future of conferencing with our newly opened Main Conference Room, located on the 4th floor. With seating for up to 180 guests, it offers panoramic views and state-of-the-art features like a digital video wall and four 70” TVs. Conduct seamless video and audio conferences, and effortlessly stream events live or on-demand. Plus, unwind in our spacious cafe & lounge area, perfect for networking and relaxation for up to 75 people.
View Floorplan & Gallery- 12 Stackable Chairs
- 10 (6ft) Round Tables (requires linen rental)
- 34 Finished White Tables (30” x 55”) on Wheels
- 8 High Top Tables
- 10 Barstools
Boardrooms
The building also offers six additional boardroom style conference spaces that seat 10–24 people all with built-in connectivity for audio, video, and Internet. All include large wall mounted displays, in-ceiling loudspeakers and video cameras to support full duplex video conferencing.
- Rolling Desk Chairs
- Boardroom Table
- Monitor with Presentation and Video Conference Capabilities
- Wall Mounted Cameras with In-ceiling Microphones and Audio
- 2 Catering Tables with Linen for Food and Beverage Service
ROOM RENTAL RATES
Our newly renovated space features two large conference rooms with pre-function areas and six premier boardrooms. We offer state-of-the-art AV technology with on-site support, along with built-in video teleconferencing in every room, making remote connections seamless.
- First Floor Main Conference Room
Includes pre-function space - Full Day, $3,000
- Half Day, $1,500
- First Floor
Includes pre-function space + 3 boardrooms - Full Day, $4,000
- Half Day, $2,000
- Fourth Floor Main Conference Room
Includes Lounge & Café - Full Day, $2,500
- Half Day, $1,250
- Fourth Floor
Includes Lounge & Café, + 2 boardrooms - Full Day, $3,500
- Half Day, $1,750
- 6 Boardrooms Available
Basic AV included - Full Day, $800*
- Half Day, $400*
*Price per boardroom
- Night & Weekend Fee
In addition to standard rental rates - Per Day, $600
A Half Day is considered 4 hours or less.
Room rental includes use of the meeting space, with setup and breakdown of tables & chairs and assistance from the conference center team.
Prices include daily room rental only. Other charges may include food, beverages, audio visual equipment, service fees and taxes.
Deposit of 100% of the room rental fee(s) is due upon signing.
Book your stay with the Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza—attached to our conference center through a convenient breezeway—and receive 15% off your conference room rental.
Audio-Visual Services
General Gordon R. Sullivan Conference and Event Center has the latest and greatest in audio-visual technology. With built-in speakers, microphones, cameras and video walls we have all the tools for a seamless event. Our audio-visual specialists are on property and can be present during the entirety of your event.
| Service | Daily Rental |
|---|---|
| AV Support Technician | $1,050.00 |
| Publish Event Recording in 1080p MP4 Format |
$995.00 |
| Live Stream Video Event | $495.00 |
| Full Duplex Video Conference Setup |
$375.00 |
| XLR Audio Output/ Press Feed | $125.00 |
| Access | Daily Rental |
|---|---|
| Electrical Access (Outside Vendor Equipment) |
$250.00 |
| Wi-Fi 6-20 Guests | $150.00 |
| Wi-Fi 21-40 Guests | $300.00 |
| Wi-Fi 40+ Guests | $550.00 |
6” Tall Wood Finished Riser (2, 4x6 sections)
Pipe and Drape (4 sections, black curtains)
10 Oversized Lounge Chairs
Linens
| Printing & Accessories | Daily Rental |
|---|---|
| Black and White Printing | $0.10, per copy |
| Color Printing | $0.20, per copy |
| Easel | $15.00 |
| Flip Chart and Markers | $25.00 |
| White Board and Dry Erase Markers | $30.00 |
| Power Cord | $5.00 |
| Presentation Remote | $30.00 |
| Displays & Microphones | Daily Rental |
|---|---|
| Laptop Rental | $150.00 |
| Delegate Microphone | $80.00 |
| Digital Video Wall (102) | $200.00/$400.00 |
| Digital Video Wall (103) | $300.00/$600.00 |
| Digital Video Wall (443) | $300.00/$600.00 |
| Mobile Monitor (70”) | $250.00 |
| Handheld Microphone | $80.00 |
| Lapel Microphone | $100.00 |
| Podium Microphone | $80.00 |
Catering & Beverages
AUSA has carefully chosen local catering companies to partner with and assist in all your culinary needs. We like to ensure as seamless an event-planning process as possible! We send the caterer’s menu, you make decadent selections, and we’ll do the rest, so, the next time you think about catering for your event, the food is already on your attendees’ plates.
AUSA provides in-house beverage packages, each with its own selection of unlimited beverages, eliminating all the guess work. From coffee to soft drinks, we have your back. For your convenience, we also offer a variety of room temperature, individually packaged snacks for morning or afternoon breaks.
All Day Beverage Package #1
$16.50 per person
- Unlimited Coffee, Decaf, and Hot Tea
Optional add on: Nespresso Coffee Maker – $1 per person - Including Nespresso Coffee Maker
- Unlimited Juices, Sodas, and Water
All Day Beverage Package #2
$12.00 per person
- Coffee, Decaf, and Hot Tea in the morning
- Optional add on: Nespresso Coffee Maker – $2 per person
- Unlimited Juices, Sodas and Water all day
Half Day Beverage Package
$9.00 per person
- Coffee, Decaf, and Hot Tea in the morning
- Optional add on: Nespresso Coffee Maker – $2 per person
- Unlimited Juices, Sodas and Water all day
Ice Water in Urns
$1.50 per person
Ice Water and Unlimited Sodas
$3.00 per person half day OR;
$6.00 per person full day
Ice Water and Unlimited Coffee
$4.00 per person half day OR;
$8.00 per person full day
* Requests to use a caterer outside of our preferred list must be approved
by management and are subject to an “outside catering” fee.
Accommodations
& Transportation
Parking
AUSA offers 2 VIP parking spaces per event in our visitors parking lot. All other attendees are encouraged to use nearby parking options.
View in MapsMetrorail Directions
- Take the Orange Line or Silver Line to the Court House stop.
- Exit by following signs to Clarendon Blvd./Strayer University exit (left).
- Cross the street (Wilson/Clarendon) at the traffic light, turn left and walk west on Wilson about two blocks.
- The AUSA building at 2425 Wilson Blvd. is on your right and is identified by the gold letters AUSA.
AUSA’s Partner Hotel
Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza
2401 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, Virginia 22201
Connected to our conference center through a convenient breezeway and situated in the vibrant Courthouse district, Hyatt Place is the perfect place to stay for business and leisure travelers. With inviting spaces to connect, meet, socialize, eat and drink. This innovative hotel in Arlington, Virginia is a different kind of hotel designed around the modern traveler. Enjoy a discount on your meeting space by booking rooms at our premier partner hotel.
Book Now!FAQs
As part of your conference center rental, our dedicated team will handle the setup to your exact specifications, including standard tables and chairs, buffet tables, a high-top bar, and high-top tables with service linens included.
In addition, boardroom rentals include desk chairs, a boardroom table, a monitor with presentation and video conference capabilities, wall-mounted cameras with in-ceiling microphones and audio, and two catering tables with service linens.
All function space and equipment rentals are subject to 6% Virginia State Sales Tax. All food and beverage are subject to applicable state and county food and beverage tax, currently identified as 6% Virginia State Sales Tax and 4% Arlington Meals Tax.
In order to have taxes removed from the invoice, clients must provide a copy of their Virginia Tax Exemption Certificate. Only Virginia Tax Exemptions are accepted.
Our night and weekend fee applies to events held outside regular business hours or on weekends. This additional fee, starting at $600, ensures we have the necessary staffing and resources to support your event during these times.
The Service Fee helps us maintain excellent customer service, cover essential operational costs, and fairly compensate our staff. Compared to the industry standard of over 20%, our lower service charge offers you top-quality service and exceptional value while keeping your event costs manageable and free of surprises.
AUSA does not require a food and beverage minimum, however, some of our preferred caterers maintain a minimum order amount for delivery
Events may take place between 7:00 AM–12:00 AM. Any event starting before 7:00 AM or extending beyond 12:00 AM must receive prior approval from AUSA.
Outside alcohol cannot be brought in unless the client has a valid liquor license and licensed bartender. It’s worth noting that obtaining a liquor license in Virginia typically requires 7–10 business days. To obtain your liquor license for the state of Virginia, see the licensing section on The Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority website.
If you are using an AUSA”s preferred caterer, they can provide a liquor license and licensed bartender
AUSA offers rental discounts to the following group:
- AUSA National Partners receive a 20% discount on room rental
- AUSA Community Partners receive 15% discount on room rental
- AUSA Association Partners receive a 10% discount on room rental
- Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza guests receive a 15% discount on room rental.
Book with our partner hotel for your event today!
Ready to book? Contact AUSA’s General Gordon R. Sullivan Conference & Event Center today at ConferenceCenter@ausa.org
