Whitestone · Queens, New York

Where business arrives in good company.

45,000 square feet of modern, light-filled space for conferences, celebrations and professional training — with in-house catering and ample free parking.

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45,000square feet
3venue types
In-housecatering
Freeon-site parking
The Center's light-filled atrium with café seating beneath sculptural columns and a sweeping blue staircase
The Center

The Center for Automotive Education & Training is Queens’ corporate conference destination — a calm, contemporary setting designed to make every gathering feel effortless.

From intimate board meetings to industry product launches and full-day training programs, our team handles the details so you can focus on the people in the room. Flexible layouts, professional catering and a dedicated event planner come standard.

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Our Spaces

Three rooms, every kind of occasion.

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The Grand Venue

A signature, light-filled hall for galas, weddings, conferences and vehicle launches — configurable for seated dinners or theatre staging.

  • Up to 250 guests
  • Stage & AV ready
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Conference Rooms

Polished, daylit rooms for board meetings, presentations and client sessions — wired for video conferencing and seamless catering service.

  • Seats 40
  • Video-ready
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Training Rooms

Purpose-built classrooms for certifications, workshops and multi-day programs — flexible seating, screens and breakout-friendly layouts.

  • Classroom & U-shape
  • Full-day ready
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Everything included

A full-service venue, start to finish.

One point of contact, one beautiful space, and a team that has hosted everyone from Toyota to Audi. We make corporate events feel personal.

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    In-House Catering

    A renowned on-site caterer crafting menus from cocktail receptions to plated dinners.

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    Event Planning

    A dedicated planner coordinates layout, timing, AV and service end to end.

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    Free Parking

    Generous on-site parking for guests — a rarity in Queens, and always complimentary.

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    Flexible Layouts

    Rooms reconfigure for 10 or 400 — theatre, classroom, banquet or reception.

Reservations

Book the venue, a conference room,
or a training room.

Schedule a free, no-obligation tour and see the space for yourself. Tours run Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM.

Book a Free Tour Call 718·640·2007