David L. Lawrence Convention Center

Pittsburgh

David L. Lawrence Convention Center

June 24 2026
Within Walking Distance

Overview

Getting To and From

Inside the Venue

Onsite Accessibility

Our Guidelines

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Accessibility Information Google Map Venue Floor Plan Website

About

The David L. Lawrence Convention Center, at 1000 Fort Duquesne Boulevard in downtown Pittsburgh along the Allegheny River, is a 1.5-million-square-foot convention center designed by Rafael Viñoly. It features the largest column-free exhibit hall in the U.S. (about 236,900 square feet), 313,400 square feet of total exhibit space, 53 meeting rooms, a riverfront plaza, and a green roof. It is LEED Gold certified (New Construction) and LEED Platinum certified (Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance), and is certified sensory-inclusive through KultureCity.

Getting To and From

Features	Information Available on Website	Available at Venue	Notes	Additional Info / Things to Know
On Site Parking Garage or Lot	Yes	Yes	A 700-car parking garage is attached to the building, with a 7'8" clearance and the entrance on 10th Street (operated by Alco Parking Corporation). Numerous accessible parking spaces are on the first level of the garage, with close access to the ballroom entrance and the East Lobby entrance.	Bicycle parking is available at three locations on Level One inside the garage and at two exterior locations on the north side at Fort Duquesne Boulevard. Real-time downtown parking availability is at ParkPGH.org.
Drop Off/Pick Up Lanes/ Ride Share	Yes	Yes	The DLCC has curb cut-outs at the East Lobby and West Lobby entrances on 10th Street. These cut-outs provide easy access to the main lobby areas. Sliding glass doors and accessible doors are located at each main lobby with clear access to elevators.	Taxi service is available (ztrip.com/pittsburgh).
Off site Parking	Yes	Yes	Public transit: Pittsburgh Regional Transit buses serve downtown (portauthority.org), and the Airport Flyer (28X) operates from the lower level, Door #6 of Pittsburgh International Airport.	ParkPGH.org provides real-time parking availability for the downtown area.
Accessible Entrance	Yes	Yes	Sliding glass doors and accessible doors are located at each main lobby, with clear access to the elevators. Curb cut-outs at the East Lobby and West Lobby entrances on 10th Street provide easy access to the main lobby areas.
Site Map/Floorplan	Yes	Yes	For accessibility-related information, please refer to the following maps of all four levels of the DLCC. Level 1 Floor Plan Level 2 Floor Plan Level 3 Floor Plan Level 4 Floor Plan

Inside the Venue

Features	Information Available on Website	Available at Venue	Notes	Additional Info / Things to Know
Dedicated Accessible Entrance	Yes	Yes	Accessible doors (alongside sliding glass doors) are located at each main lobby with clear access to the elevators, and curb cut-outs serve the East and West Lobby entrances on 10th Street.
Street Level Access and Automatic Doors	Yes	Yes	Sliding glass doors (automatic) and accessible doors are located at each main lobby, and curb cut-outs at the East and West Lobby entrances on 10th Street provide step-free access to the main lobby areas.
Security Checkpoint
Use of Mobility Aids	Yes	Yes	Complimentary non-motorized wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the East Lobby security desk, the West Lobby security desk, and the Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom security desk.	Wheelchairs are not permitted to leave the property. Service animals trained to assist a person with a disability are welcome and must remain on a leash or in a harness.
Accessible Seating (Theater)

Location

1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Getting To and From

Find essential details on parking, drop-off points, and accessibility to make your visit smooth and hassle-free.
Check the table below for more information.

Features	Information Available on Website	Available at Venue	Notes	Additional Info / Things to Know
On Site Parking Garage or Lot	Yes	Yes	A 700-car parking garage is attached to the building, with a 7'8" clearance and the entrance on 10th Street (operated by Alco Parking Corporation). Numerous accessible parking spaces are on the first level of the garage, with close access to the ballroom entrance and the East Lobby entrance.	Bicycle parking is available at three locations on Level One inside the garage and at two exterior locations on the north side at Fort Duquesne Boulevard. Real-time downtown parking availability is at ParkPGH.org.
Drop Off/Pick Up Lanes/ Ride Share	Yes	Yes	The DLCC has curb cut-outs at the East Lobby and West Lobby entrances on 10th Street. These cut-outs provide easy access to the main lobby areas. Sliding glass doors and accessible doors are located at each main lobby with clear access to elevators.	Taxi service is available (ztrip.com/pittsburgh).
Off site Parking	Yes	Yes	Public transit: Pittsburgh Regional Transit buses serve downtown (portauthority.org), and the Airport Flyer (28X) operates from the lower level, Door #6 of Pittsburgh International Airport.	ParkPGH.org provides real-time parking availability for the downtown area.
Accessible Entrance	Yes	Yes	Sliding glass doors and accessible doors are located at each main lobby, with clear access to the elevators. Curb cut-outs at the East Lobby and West Lobby entrances on 10th Street provide easy access to the main lobby areas.
Site Map/Floorplan	Yes	Yes	For accessibility-related information, please refer to the following maps of all four levels of the DLCC. Level 1 Floor Plan Level 2 Floor Plan Level 3 Floor Plan Level 4 Floor Plan

Inside the Venue

Get to know what to expect indoors—from seating layouts to restrooms and concessions.

Features	Information Available on Website	Available at Venue	Notes	Additional Info / Things to Know
Dedicated Accessible Entrance	Yes	Yes	Accessible doors (alongside sliding glass doors) are located at each main lobby with clear access to the elevators, and curb cut-outs serve the East and West Lobby entrances on 10th Street.
Street Level Access and Automatic Doors	Yes	Yes	Sliding glass doors (automatic) and accessible doors are located at each main lobby, and curb cut-outs at the East and West Lobby entrances on 10th Street provide step-free access to the main lobby areas.
Security Checkpoint
Use of Mobility Aids	Yes	Yes	Complimentary non-motorized wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the East Lobby security desk, the West Lobby security desk, and the Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom security desk.	Wheelchairs are not permitted to leave the property. Service animals trained to assist a person with a disability are welcome and must remain on a leash or in a harness.
Accessible Seating (Theater)

Onsite Accessibility

Learn about ramps, elevators, restrooms, and other accessible features available during your visit

Features	Information Available on Website	Available at Venue	Notes	Additional Info / Things to Know
Restrooms	Yes	Yes	All restroom facilities at the DLCC are equipped for standard wheelchair accessibility, and family restrooms are located throughout the building.	A Mother's Room for nursing is located on the second level.
Elevators	Yes	Yes	All elevators are accessible, are equipped with Braille signage, and lead to all levels of the Convention Center.
On-Site Dining	Yes	Yes	Outside food and beverage is not permitted. Food may be available for purchase on site depending on the event/show, so a permanent dining outlet is not guaranteed for every visit.
Theater, Auditorium, etc. (Museum)	Yes	Yes	The David L. Lawrence Convention Center, designed by Rafael Viñoly, features the largest column-free exhibit hall in the U.S. (about 236,900 sq ft), 313,400 sq ft of total exhibit space, and 53 meeting rooms. It is LEED Gold (New Construction) and LEED Platinum (Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance) certified and is certified sensory-inclusive through KultureCity.	KultureCity sensory bags (noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools, a feeling thermometer, sunglasses, and verbal cue cards) are available; a Quiet Room is located on Level 2, Concourse A, and Headphone Zones are clearly marked.

Our Guidelines

1. Make Accessibility Info Easy to Find - Dedicated Website Accessibility Page

Clearly post detailed accessibility information online, covering parking, entrances, interior pathways, site plans, and more.

2. Include All Mobility Devices

Consider walkers, canes, crutches — not just wheelchairs. Provide specifics for a variety of mobility needs. Include people who use different devices in the conversation.

3. Go Beyond ADA Compliance

ADA is the minimum. Strive for real-world accessibility through thoughtful design and ongoing improvements.

4. Visibility = Accessibility

If disabled visitors aren't present, barriers may exist. Transparency and preparation are the keys to inclusion. Empower everyone to attend.

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