Upcoming WVHTA Events
2026 WVHTA Legislative Reception
Please join us on Wednesday, January 28th, 2026, for our WVHTA Legislative Reception on Tourism Day at the Capitol in Charleston. The reception will will begin at 5:00 p.m. in the Culture Center. Please be sure to register for this wonderful networking event that will feature excellent food and beverages from across the state.
If you are a restaurant, hotel, resort, brewery, or food purveyor we would love to have you participate in the reception to showcase your business's specialties. This is a great opportunity to market your food and beverages to lawmakers, key tourism professionals, and local businesses. Please review page two of the registration form to include your best dishes, appetizers, small plates, or beverages! Space is limited.
Please complete either the general or food/beverage portion of the form and return it to no later than January 23, 2026 to confirm your attendance. Please be sure to return a copy of this form for EACH person who plans to attend from your organization.
Reception Costs
WVHTA Member: $35
Non-member: $60
Food and/or Beverage Provider: Free
Registration Deadline: January 23, 2026
Each person who plans to attend from your organization should register and pay separately. If you
Download a paper registration form (payment instructions are included on the form)
Questions? Please contact Jordan Nuzum at Jordan@wvhta.com or by phone at (304) 347-2100.
Hospitality University 2026
Join us March 22–24, 2026, at The Greenbrier for the ultimate gathering of travel & tourism professionals — the Hospitality University Conference, hosted by WVHTA & WVACVB!
After record breaking attendance in 2025 with over 300 attendees, we are really looking forward to another great hospitality and tourism conference with opportunities to network and learn from peers in the industry. This annual event brings together the tourism industry of West Virginia to hear from leading industry experts on the latest hospitality trends, creative solutions to attract visitors, education opportunities, and innovative ways to grow your business.
Network, learn, and elevate West Virginia’s hospitality industry together!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Partner with WVHTA and WVACVB by sponsoring Hospitality University 2026. Your sponsorship connects your brand with hundreds of decision-makers from across West Virginia's tourism industry.
Conference Costs
Early Bird Rates (through January 16, 2026)
Non-member: $395
Member: $295
Member Spouse: $225
Hotel Accommodations:
Request the Hospitality University Room Block Room Reservation. Cut-off is February 20, 2026.
Conference Room Rate: Starting at $209.00 per night plus taxes and fees.
Book your room online here or call 877-328-5523
Registration
Conference guests must be registered with form and paid in full prior to the conference.
Early Bird Registration
The early bird registration window is now open. The early bird pricing for registration will end January 16, 2026.
Questions? Please contact Jordan Nuzum at Jordan@wvhta.com or by phone at (304) 347-2100.