Omaha’s CHI Health Convention Center Expansion Aims to Boost National Event Competition
Omaha's CHI Health Convention Center is undergoing a significant expansion, set to open next fall, which officials believe will enable the city to compete for major national events and generate billions in economic impact.
Omaha, NE, September 23, 2026 — The CHI Health Convention Center in Omaha is currently undergoing a major expansion project, with officials anticipating its completion and opening next fall. This development is expected to significantly enhance Omaha’s capacity to host large-scale national events.
According to city officials, the expanded facility is projected to position Omaha as a more competitive destination for national conventions and gatherings. The ultimate goal of this expansion is to attract a greater number of significant events, thereby stimulating economic activity within the city.
While specific details regarding the scope of the expansion or the exact nature of the events targeted were not provided, the overall sentiment from officials is optimistic about the economic benefits. They project that the convention center’s enhanced capabilities will lead to a substantial economic impact for Omaha, estimated to be in the billions of dollars.
The project’s timeline indicates an opening next fall. Further details on the specific new features or capacities of the expanded center, as well as the methodology for the economic impact projections, were not immediately available.
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