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How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected convention centers, and what strategies are they implementing to recover from the crisis?

Joselyn Pakes

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected convention centers in a big way. Convention centers are places where people can come together for big meetings or events. But because of the pandemic, people can’t gather like they used to.

Convention centers had to close or limit how many people they could have inside, which meant that many events had to be canceled or postponed. This has been really hard for convention center staff and for the people who planned events there.

To recover from the crisis, many convention centers have had to come up with new strategies. Some have started to offer virtual events. This means that people can still attend events, but from the safety of their own homes. This has helped many people stay connected and has allowed events to still happen.

Another strategy has been to make convention centers safer for when people can come back. Many convention centers are now following strict cleaning and safety protocols. They are making sure that everything is clean and disinfected. They are also requiring people to wear masks and practice social distancing.

Some convention centers are also offering new types of events. For example, some are hosting drive-in events where people can stay in their cars while watching a concert or movie. This allows people to have fun while also staying safe.

Overall, convention centers have had a tough time because of the pandemic. But they are working hard to come up with new and creative ways to continue to host events and bring people together safely.