About the Venue
Who We Are
The Columbus GA Convention & Trade Center is a venue located in historic Downtown Columbus, Georgia capable of hosting over 600 events in a calendar year, historically restored from days past as the Columbus Iron Works with original building features and backdrops. Our venue overlooks the banks of the Chattahoochee River and features more than 20 individual spaces to accommodate your event, from a small gathering to a multi-day conference.
The Columbus GA Convention & Trade Center is a venue located in historic Downtown Columbus, Georgia capable of hosting over 600 events in a calendar year, historically restored from days past as the Columbus Iron Works with original building features and backdrops. Our venue overlooks the banks of the Chattahoochee River and features more than 20 individual spaces to accommodate your event, from a small gathering to a multi-day conference.Discover a compelling blend of high-tech and high-touch amenities at Columbus Marriott. Originally constructed as a mid-nineteenth-century cotton mill, our downtown hotel is only steps from the Coca-Cola Space Science Center, Springer Opera House and the Chattahoochee RiverWalk. After a day of adventure, retreat to our spacious rooms, showcasing complimentary Wi-Fi, pillowtop mattresses and room service. Select our concierge-level hotel accommodations for exclusive access to our private lounge and thoughtful amenities. Dine downtown at our on-site restaurant, Houlihan's, where an array of delicious entrées await, and prioritize your well-being in Georgia at our outdoor pool and fitness center. When you're not attending an event at the adjacent Columbus Georgia Convention and Trade Center, host a business function or social occasion in one of our five venues. Whatever brings you here, allow Columbus Marriott to provide the professional service and luxurious amenities you deserve.
Upcoming Events
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NOTE: Online registration is preferred to mail-in when possible (mail-in must be used if registering someone other than yourself. Please reach out to Sharon Fenneran - sfenneran@uga.edu with questions)
2025 GAZA Winter Conference Highlights
Dates: Wednesday, February 12 (registration) - Friday, February 14, 2025
Conference Registration closes January 30, 2025
Location: Columbus Marriott, Columbus, GA
Hotel Registration: Columbus Marriott Reservation Link OR
1-800-455-9261 (mention the GA Association of Zoning Administrators Room Block)
$159 nightly rate - $5 per room per night - $15 per night parking - Total: $179 (if using hotel/motel tax exemption form from your city/county)
Attendee Registration Fee: $495
Mail-in Registration Form - Please use this form if you are registering for someone OTHER THAN YOURSELF
Please click here for Agenda
Georgia Association of Zoning Administrators Winter 2025 Conference (GAZA | UGA Public Service and Outreach Registration System