2026 Upcoming Events
FEB. 11, 2026
ALBANY
NYSDMO Tourism Advocacy Day (Albany)
NYSDMO members will meet with state legislators on issues impacting the tourism industry.
MAR. 4, 2026
ALBANY, NY
NYSHTA Tourism Advocacy Day (Albany)
NYSHTA and its industry partners will meet with state legislators on issues impacting the industry.
MAR. 5, 2026
ALBANY, NY
Tourism Showcase (Albany)
A one-day event celebrating the best of New York's travel and tourism industry. Join industry leaders, local businesses, and professionals to network, explore trends, and discover new opportunities shaping the future of tourism in the state.
APR. 22, 2026
LAKE GEORGE, NY
​Hospitality Knowledge Exchange (Lake George)
This one day, education-focused event features targeted sessions on hiring best practices, OTAs, digital marketing, and revenue management. The program also includes dedicated networking time and a closing lunch.
SPRING 2026
OSWEGO, NY
Networking Reception (Oswego)
NYSHTA will hold a networking reception in Oswego. The event will include passed hors d’oeurves, open bar, networking, and a discussion of industry issues with state elected officials!
SPRING 2026
LOCATION TBD
Networking Reception (Location TBD)
NYSHTA will hold a networking reception in Spring 2026 - stay tuned for the location! The event will include passed hors d’oeurves, open bar, networking, and a discussion of industry issues with state elected officials!
​SPRING 2026
LOCATION TBD
​Networking Reception (Location TBD)
NYSHTA will hold a networking reception in Spring 2026 - stay tuned for the location! The event will include passed hors d’oeurves, open bar, networking, and a discussion of industry issues with state elected officials!
​OCT 25-26, 2026
VERONA, NY
Hospitality Summit (Verona)
NYSHTA will partner with NYSRA to hold an industry-inclusive event featuring networking, lunch with a keynote speaker, education, and more.
​OCT 26, 2026
VERONA, NY
Stars of the Industry (Verona)
NYSHTA will hold a cocktail reception and and awards dinner to recognize outstanding individuals and organizations in New York State's hospitality and tourism industry. Winners will be presented with their awards at this event.
​​FALL 2026
LOCATION TBD
Networking Reception (Location TBD)
NYSHTA will hold a networking reception in Fall 2026 - stay tuned for the location! The event will include passed hors d’oeurves, open bar, networking, and a discussion of industry issues with state elected officials!
​FALL 2026
LOCATION TBD
​Hospitality Knowledge Exchange (Location TBD)
This one day, education-focused event features targeted sessions on hiring best practices, OTAs, digital marketing, and revenue management. The program also includes dedicated networking time and a closing lunch.
​FALL 2026
LOCATION TBD
Hospitality Knowledge Exchange (Location TBD)
This one day, education-focused event features targeted sessions on hiring best practices, OTAs, digital marketing, and revenue management. The program also includes dedicated networking time and a closing lunch.