Visitors, Start Your Engines

Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and within a days drive of 60% of the US Population, Martinsville - Henry County is the perfect centrally located site with plenty of amenities to offer your guests! We are the perfect destination for conferences, staff/board retreats, weddings/showers, reunions, workshops/training events, parties and group tours. Let us help you plan a first class event full of Southern hospitality.

 
Virginia Museum of Natural History Quality-Dutch Inn Spencer-Penn Centre Quality Catering & The Gallery 

Resources For Meeting & Event Planners

Local Support Team

The Martinsville-Henry County EDC's Tourism & Film Division can offer a variety of FREE resources to help you plan a spectacular event. We are here to make YOU, the event organizer, look like an organized rock star to your guests! Contact us today to begin planning.

  • State Certified MHC Visitor Center
  • Customized Welcome Bags or Packets*
  • Event Check-in Services*
  • Customized Tour Itineraries and Step-On Guides*
  • Marketing Assistance for the Event*
  • Assistance in Arranging Memorable VIP Experiences*
*Minimum four weeks notice prior to event required for services

 

Conference, Meeting & Event Facilities

Book your reservation at one of our many unique event venues. Whether you are looking for a simple meeting room, a historic location, an elegant banquet hall or a casual outdoor venue, we've got you covered in Martinsville-Henry County. 

Venue 
Seating Capacity 
Event Planner Comments 
Bassett Country Club 200 
Martinsville-Henry County Heritage Center & Museum15-140 
Martinsville Mustangs Party Deck (Outdoors)20 "I had a great time for my birthday, the price was reasonable, the catered BBQ dinner was nice and the Hooker Field staff took good care of my guests ensuring they had an enjoyable time." -Jennifer Doss, Local Resident
Martinsville Speedway (Indoors & Out)60- 65,000 
National Guard Armory500 
Patrick Henry Community College20-314 
Piedmont Arts25-150  
Quality-Dutch Inn25-500 
"We were very pleased with the services rendered and the ambiance was exactly what we thought it would be. Our dining experience
was wonderful, the food was exquisite, and the Quality Inn - Dutch Inn's
staff exemplified a welcoming professionalism that is unmatched. They
have exceeded our expectations, and received our highest recommendations." 
- Rebecca Simmons, Atlanta Metro Way of the Cross Church 
 
"The hotel staff was very accommodating and the City of Martinsville and Collinsville area were most enjoyable. Your assistance with planning and fulfillment of the details contributed greatly to the success of our workshop. All of us at the Project Management Office appreciate the time and effort put forth in preparing for our workshop and stay at your hotel."
- Joy Rumley, Commonwealth of Virginia Dept. of Housing & Community Development
 
Rives Theatre220  
Smith River Sports Complex (Indoors & Out)30-80"We had my niece's b-day party there and the experience was a
most favorable one. Thanks SRSC!"
- Jim Woods, Local Resident
Spencer-Penn Centre (Indoors & Out)20-350"When I stopped by to drop off the rental agreement and my checks, I was completely blown away! The Centre is BEAUTIFUL!!!!!" - Audrey Brown
The Artisan Center100 
TheatreWorks Blackbox100-120 
Quality Catering & The Gallery250 
Virginia Museum of Natural History64-250 
Fayerdale Hall at Fairy Stone State Park80-130 

 

Fayerdale Hall- Fairy Stone State Park Spencer-Penn Centre New Years Eve at Fayerdale Hall Outdoor Wedding at Spencer-Penn Centre 

Birthday Party Venues & Services

The following businesses provide specialized programs or services for children's birthday parties.

Baseball Heaven 
Smith River Sports Complex  
Virginia Museum of Natural History 
Studio 107  

 

Caterers

Treat your guests to a delicious meal!  If you're looking for a memorable Virginia Museum of Natural Historyculinary experience, ask us about live cooking demonstrations
and hands on courses that your guests can enjoy.

Binding Time Café

Canteen Vending- 342 Industrial Park Road, Ridgeway, VA, 276.638.8995

Catering With A Taste- 505 Holland Circle, Axton, VA, 276.650.1676

Chick-Fil-A Catering

Dutch-Quality Inn

El Norteno

Checkered Pig BBQ

Papa's Pizzeria 

Quality Catering & The Gallery- 1320 Memorial Blvd. S., Martinsville, VA, 276.632.1041

Ratatouille Catering

Rising Sun Breads

Stoney Mountain Catering- 111 Mountain Scene Drive, Axton, VA, 276.650.8614

Susan Critz Catering - 215 Starling Avenue, Martinsville, VA, 276.732.3491

Tuggle Farms Catering - 40 Bay Drive, Bassett, VA, 276.340.0043 

Walsh's Chicken & More

 

Contact Us

Let's begin planning your next great event today! Contact us for additional information and free planning assistance.

For Group Travel & Events: Martinsville-Henry County EDC's Tourism & Film Division
PO Box 631
Martinsville, VA 24114
(276) 403-5949

For Family Travel Info: Martinsville-Henry County Visitor Center
54 West Church Street
Martinsville, VA 24112
(276) 632-8006 or 888-PACE-4-YU