New State-of-the-Art Conference Center to Be Built in Larissa

An impression of the new conference center in Larissa. Photos source: Municipality of Larissa

Larissa, the capital of the Region of Thessaly, is set to receive a state-of-the-art conference center, with funding applications already underway, according to the city’s municipal authority.

The announcement follows a meeting between Larissa Mayor Thanasis Mamakos and Thessaly Region Governor Dimitris Kouretas, where it was decided that the project will be incorporated into the development and funding program for the Region of Thessaly .

“This is the type of infrastructure our city has long needed. Now, we are positioning Larissa on the map of international events, taking another step toward making our city a key player in hosting major events and contributing to the country’s development,” Mayor Mamakos said.

Thessaly Governor Dimitris Kouretas and Larissa Mayor Thanasis Mamakos. Photos source: Municipality of Larissa

The municipal authority has confirmed that a comprehensive study for the Larissa Conference Center has already been completed. The facility will be constructed on land owned by the National Institute for Agricultural Research.

The new conference center will be housed in one of four warehouses on the site, which will be fully renovated to accommodate conferences and other MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) events.

The building will feature three floors, covering a total area of 3,000 square meters, with a central amphitheater that can host up to 500 people. The amphitheater can also be divided into two separate venues — one with 350 seats and the other with 200 seats — for alternative or simultaneous use.

Photos source: Municipality of Larissa

All necessary infrastructure will be included in the conference center, such as a stage, backstage facilities, visitor hall, storage areas, and public spaces – all designed to be fully accessible for individuals with mobility limitations. The warehouse building will rise to six meters high, allowing for the accommodation of large exhibits, particularly in the vicinity of the amphitheater.

The conference center will be conveniently located across from the building housing the regional authority of Thessaly, surrounded by landscaped areas and parking facilities.

One of the largest cities in Greece, Larissa plays a significant role in the Region of Thessaly’s administrative and economic activities.