Hospitality Day & "A Tasteful Affair"
​Legislative Reception
April 15, 2025 | Embassy Suites Hotel Medical Downtown, Oklahoma City

It's that time of year to celebrate and showcase what makes the Oklahoma Hospitality Industry so special. The day will begin with Hospitality Day at the Oklahoma State Capitol, where industry leaders will meet with state officials. Following Hospitality Day, the Oklahoma Restaurant Association, Oklahoma Hotel & Lodging Association, and Oklahoma Travel Industry Association are excited to invite you to join us for our “A Tasteful Affair” Legislative Reception!

RedBud Awards 

The RedBud Awards, proudly hosted by the Oklahoma Tourism Industry Association, is a vibrant annual celebration that honors the shining stars of Oklahoma's tourism sector. By spotlighting exceptional contributions, the RedBud Awards not only celebrate excellence but also inspire continued innovation and passion in showcasing Oklahoma’s diverse tourism landscape. Join us in recognizing those who elevate Oklahoma as a premier travel destination, where every effort contributes to a thriving and enchanting tourism industry.

Oklahoma Restaurant Association Expo
​August 28-29, 2025 | Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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The ORA Expo at the Oklahoma City Convention Center is considered the best opportunity of the year for hospitality professionals to connect with food and equipment manufacturers, and a range of other suppliers who are eager to feature products and services to help you reach that next level of success. 
 
The ORA Expo provides suppliers with a target audience of over 2,000 hospitality professionals at one of the state‘s largest private-industry trade-shows. The ORA Expo promotes the perfect atmosphere for relationship building through networking and marketing/sponsorship opportunities. ​

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Oklahoma Hospitality Leaders Dinner
August 28, 2025 | Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

The Oklahoma Travel Industry Association, Oklahoma Restaurant Association, and Oklahoma Hotel and Lodging Association are excited to introduce the Oklahoma Hospitality Leaders Dinner. This landmark event is designed to unify and strengthen the hospitality industry, Oklahoma's third largest industry.

​Bringing together the entire hospitality sector—restaurants, hotels, and tourism—it promises a unique networking, discovery, and celebration opportunity at the Oklahoma City Convention Center. This dinner serves as an exclusive platform for elected officials, ORA EXPO exhibitors, and members of the ORA, OHLA, and OTIA to demonstrate solidarity and lead the hospitality industry across Oklahoma.

Lt. Governor's Travel & Tourism Summit
Fall 2025| Stillwater, Oklahoma
Fall 2025 | McAlester, Oklahoma

OTIA is pleased to partner with Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell to present the Lt. Governor's Travel and Tourism Summits! Join us at one of our Summits and take part in an engaging experience. We are excited to help make Oklahoma a Top Ten State In Tourism! ​