As part of our full-service approach, our experienced conference service staff is here to guide you through every detail of your event. We'll help you create the event you envision. When we ask event planners and organizations for their feedback about their experience at The Salem Convention Center, we almost always receive praise and accolades for the professionalism and dedication demonstrated by our staff. It's one of the reasons The Salem Convention Center was voted Best Convention Center in Oregon 2 years in a row. It takes a well oiled machine to plan and seamlessly carry out the large volume of events hosted in our facility, especially during the holiday season. By now, we're sure you've seen the beautiful photos and testimonials of the finished product (if you haven't, click here!) But have you ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes here at The Salem Convention Center? How do we pull off events that accommodate 1,500+ guests and make it look so easy? Here's a look behind the scenes as our outstanding staff, catering team and our banquet workers prepare for some of the big holiday events. Enjoy the images below!