​2025-2026 Upcoming Events
AUG. 6, 2025
SARATOGA SPRINGS
Day at the Races Foundation Fundraiser (Saratoga)
NYSHTA will host its annual fundraiser where members from around the state come together to sit trackside and watch live horse racing in support of NYSHTA's Hospitality Education Foundation.
SEPT. 9, 2025
1,000 ISLANDS 
​Legislative Networking Reception (Thousand Islands)
NYSHTA will partner with Thousand Islands International Tourism Council to host a reception with open bar, refreshments, networking, and legislative and regional updates.
SEPT. 30, 2025
DUTCHESS COUNTY
Legislative Networking Reception (Dutchess County)
NYSHTA will partner with Destination Dutchess to host a reception with open bar, refreshments, networking, and legislative and regional updates.
OCT. 8, 2025
CHAUTAUQUA
​Roundtable Reception (Chautauqua)
NYSHTA will partner with Chautauqua County Visitors Bureau, Campground Owners of New York (CONY), National Comedy Center to host a roundtable education session, followed by a reception with open bar, refreshments, networking, and legislative and regional updates.
OCT. 26-27, 2025
COOPERSTOWN
Hospitality Summit (Cooperstown)
​NYSHTA will partner with the NYS Restaurant Association to host the fifth annual event, featuring a welcome reception with open bar & appetizers, breakfast, lunch with keynote speaker, education sessions, dinner, and more! ​
​OCT. 27, 2025
COOPERSTOWN
Stars of the Industry Awards Dinner (Cooperstown)
NYSHTA will celebrate and recognize the most outstanding individuals and properties in the New York State hospitality and tourism industry. The event will kick-off with a reception, followed by the Stars of the Industry Awards Dinner. Click here to see 2024 Stars of the Industry winners.
MAR. 3, 2026
ALBANY
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.
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