Small Market Meetings discovers the Creative Capital of the Midwest!
Welcome to the Quad Cities! We're thrilled to host the 2027 Small Market Meetings Annual Conference, coming September 28 - October 1, 2027. We look forward to bringing meeting professionals from across the country to experience or vibrant destination, connecting Iowa and Illinois along the Mighty Mississippi River!
Attendees will discover a destination that offers the amenities and attractions of a larger market while maintaining the accessibility, affordability, and personalized hospitality that small-market planners value. With more than 6,500 hotel rooms, and 800,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, plus a variety of flexible meeting venues, and walkable, connected downtown experiences, the Quad Cities provides an ideal setting for networking, education, and collaboration.
Beyond the conference, attendees will have opportunities to experience the region's thriving arts and culture scene, locally owned restaurants, riverfront recreation, historic attractions, all tucked within our welcoming communities. As the Creative Capital of the Midwest, the Quad Cities offers authentic experiences that showcase the innovation, creativity, and spirit that define the destination.
The 2027 conference will provide valuable professional development opportunities while giving attendees a firsthand look at how a dynamic small market can successfully host meetings, conventions, and events. In the Quad Cities we pride ourselves in delivering memorable experiences for every visitor. Check back for upcoming information about SMM 2027, including hotel and registration information.
The Quad Cities is where world-class and hassle-free collide.
It’s a bi-state family of communities in Iowa and Illinois on the Mississippi River.
Home to John Deere and Ag innovation.
We’re the birthplace of sliced bread, NFL football and it’s where we invented taco pizza, the computer, and chiropractic care.
We attract explorers, dreamers, investors, entrepreneurs, and visitors from around the globe.
We’re the creative capital of the Midwest and we are proud to call the QC home!