Arrive in Time for the Kickoff Party
Get ready, because Travel Exchange ’26 is kicking off with a flo
or party on Sunday, Nov. 15, starting at 12:30 p.m. Make sure your flight gets to Tulsa in time to celebrate with us.
Here is a quick look at what is waiting for you at this 75th anniversary event:
- Booth Activations: Interactive fun and surprises at every turn.
- Specialty Bars: Cool drinks to toast to a great week ahead.
- Refreshment Booths: Tasty snacks to keep your energy high.
- Local Craft Market: Amazing shopping with unique finds from local creators.
In addition, there are great educational programs happening throughout the afternoon:
- The Accommodation Tightrope: A Live Conversation on Access, Risk, and Reality at 2:15 p.m.
- Marketing to Multilingual Travelers: Strategies for Global Reach on a Local Budget at 2:15 p.m.
- From Values to Action: Turning Good Intentions into Better Travel Business
- International Destination Best Pitch Presentations
The party continues with All Attendees Happy Hours sponsored by AON starting at 6 p.m.
We are jumping straight into the fun and the best networking of the year. Bring your high energy, your biggest smile, and help us kick off Travel Exchange in style.
Boot Scoot Over to Cain’s for the Icebreaker
The good times never stop where Western swing was born! Join us for a magical icebreaker event on Sunday, Nov. 15, from 7—10 p.m. on the legendary hardwood floor of Cain’s Ballroom.
Our sponsor, Visit Tulsa, is turning Cain’s Ballroom into the ultimate indoor backyard party. It is the perfect mix of cozy string lights, refreshing drinks, and storied musical history.
A live band will keep the energy high, and our instructors will show you how to two-step for free! Whether you are a dance floor pro or have two left feet, you are welcome here.
Come as you are, and let’s kick off the week right. The vibe is laid-back.
Ditch the snooze button! Monday Morning Just Got a Whole Lot Better
An action-packed morning is heading your way at the Tour Operator Breakfast on Monday, Nov. 16 at 7:30 a.m. North Dakota Tourism is teaming up with the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library to show you exactly how they roll out the red carpet for group tours.
But hold onto your coffee cups, because things are about to get wild. The man, the myth, the legend—President Theodore Roosevelt himself is crashing the party. North Dakota’s incredible repriser will bring the legendary president to life right before your eyes with stories that are pure energy.
To top it all off, the electric singers from the Medora Musical will have you dancing in your seat. Bring your appetite for breakfast, and we will supply the fun!
Off to the Races at A Kentucky Night Cap
Dust off your finest Derby fit and join The Group Travel Leader, Louisville Tourism, Evan Williams/Heaven Hill, and The Kentucky Derby Museum for the ultimate night of Southern fun!
We are turning up the excitement on Monday, Nov. 16, from 8 -10 p.m. Get ready for sipping signature Kentucky cocktails, grooving to great music, and cheering on thrilling horse races. Plus, you could win big with awesome prizes! This is a ticketed event. Please purchase your $50 ticket
when you register or email headquarters@ntastaff.com.
Remember to dress to impress. Bring your best Derby outfit, and sponsors will supply the fabulous fascinators and dapper fedoras to take your look over the top. See you at the starting gate!
Diamonds Are Forever! Who Will Be the Lucky Winner?
Get ready for a sparkling finale to Travel Exchange ’26! One lucky attendee will walk away with a stunning diamond necklace, during NTA’s Denim & Diamonds closing celebration at the Philbrook Museum of Art, sponsored by Travel Oklahoma.
Where timeless elegance meets Oklahoma charm, Denim & Diamonds will bring a little sparkle and a lot of personality to one of Tulsa’s most treasured cultural jewels. Against the stunning backdrop of Philbrook’s historic architecture and gardens, guests will enjoy an unforgettable evening of live music, captivating entertainment, signature cocktails, and culinary delights.
From dazzling aerial artistry and soulful melodies to dancing under the stars, the evening promises the perfect blend of laid-back sophistication and sparkling style. Slip into your favorite denim, add a touch of sparkle, and get ready for a celebration where Oklahoma hospitality shines as brightly as the diamonds!
And speaking of diamonds, the excitement will build as we announce the lucky winner of the dazzling diamond necklace from Biltmore Estate! It’s the perfect way to cap off an incredible week of business, friendships, and NTA’s 75th anniversary celebrations.
Will you be the one taking home the sparkle? Join us at Philbrook for a night to remember—and find out!