In 2026, Philadelphia will roll out the red carpet for major meetings and events while celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. After all, where else should it be celebrated? That historic document was signed right here in Philadelphia back in 1776. But long before the Founders were putting pen to paper, Philadelphia was already the place to be for meetings. In fact, Philly hosted the first-ever citywide convention in the U.S. in 1774, when the First Continental Congress gathered at Carpenters’ Hall. Picture it: 56 delegates, 12 colonies, and 51 days of non-stop debate. Talk about a marathon meeting!
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