2026 Upcoming Events
APR. 22, 2026
LAKE GEORGE, NY
​Hospitality Knowledge Exchange (Lake George)
This one day, education-focused event at the Carriage House - Fort William Henry Hotel & Conference Center in Lake George features targeted sessions on hiring best practices, insurance costs, environmental standards , digital marketing, and revenue management. The program also includes dedicated networking time and a closing lunch.
MAY 15, 2026
UTICA, NY
Legislative Networking Breakfast (Utica)
NYSHTA will hold a Legislative Networking Reception at the DoubleTree by Hilton Utica in Oneida County. The event will include breakfast, networking, and a discussion of industry issues with state elected officials.
AUG. 12, 2026
SARATOGA, NY
Day at the Races Foundation Fundraiser (Saratoga)
NYSHTA's Day at the Races Fundraiser at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs is held in support of NYSHTA's Hospitality Education Foundation (tickets include lunch and trackside seating).
SEPT. 16, 2026
OSWEGO, NY
Legislative Networking Reception (Oswego)
NYSHTA will hold a networking reception in Oswego, NY. The event will include breakfast, networking, and a discussion of industry issues with state elected officials.
​​OCT. 7, 2026
STEUBEN, NY
Legislative Networking Reception (Steuben)
NYSHTA will hold a networking reception in Steuben, NY. The event will include breakfast, networking, and a discussion of industry issues with state elected officials.
OCT. 14, 2026
ROCHESTER, NY
Legislative Networking Reception (Rochester)
NYSHTA will hold a networking reception in Rochester, NY. The event will include breakfast, 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 an 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
​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.