KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

venue & travel

the venue

The Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center

Where we will be

2100 Richard Arrington Boulevard North, Birmingham, AL 35209

Our conference will take place at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC) in the EAST EXHIBITION HALL. Birmingham’s premier meeting and event facility located in the Uptown District of downtown. The BJCC offers easy access from major highways, plenty of parking, and two connected hotels (the Sheraton and the Westin).

How to get there

The BJCC is directly off I-20/59 and I-65, making it a quick trip from Huntsville, Tuscaloosa, Montgomery, etc. Get Directions

Parking

The BJCC has 14,500+ parking spaces within a 5–10-minute walk from each venue and all lots and garages are CASHLESS. For complete details regarding the BJCC’s parking options, please visit: https://www.bjcc.org/plan-your-visit/directions-and-parking/. Please note – prepaid parking is not available for the Momentum conference.

For the Momentum Conference 2026 to be held in the BJCC’s East Exhibition Halls, we would recommend parking in the P4 garage located at 917 22nd Street North which features 1,400 spaces and the most capacity for the Momentum Conference. P1, P7, and P11 are additional areas that can serve Momentum guests.

Lyft discount codes are available for those who wish to ride share. To access, please check our “Know Before You Go” emails.

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Where to stay

The BJCC connects directly to two hotels via skywalks:

Both properties put you just steps from the conference, restaurants, and entertainment. Additional nearby options include Elyton Hotel, Home2 Suites by Hilton, and Fairfield Inn & Suites (all within a short drive).

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Getting around

By Car: The BJCC sits right off Interstates 20/59 and 65 with parking in surrounding garages and lots.
Rideshare: Uber and Lyft are available throughout the entire Birmingham area.
Airport Access: Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) is only 10–15 minutes away from the BJCC.
Walking: The Uptown Entertainment District, hotels, and many restaurants are within a 5-minute walk of the BJCC.
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Nearby bites

The BJCC sits in the heart of Birmingham’s Uptown District, packed with restaurants for everyone:
  • Texas de Brazil – 2301 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
  • The Southern – 2301 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N #300
  • Uptown Cantina – 2301 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N Unit 200
  • Mugshots Grill & Bar – 2311 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N #100
  • Eugene’s Hot Chicken- 2268 Ninth Ave N
  • Capella Pizzeria – 2311 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N Unit 2
For coffee or a quick snack, try Santo’s Coffee nearby.