Louisville Tourism Corporate

10/12/2023

Louisville Tourism invites you to visit Louisvilleroseawards.com to vote for a finalist in each of the 11 hospitality-focused categories. The finalists this year are incredible and their stories are inspiring!

10/05/2023

The Annual Hospitality Golf Scramble, hosted by the Louisville Hotel Association and Louisville Tourism, is scheduled for Thursday, October 19 at Glen Oaks Country Club. This annual fundraiser supports LHA’s mission of community outreach and provides excellent networking opportunities for hoteliers and our vendor members.

You can support LHA’s mission, and the tournament, through your sponsorship of this event. We have a level for every budget, from a $150 hole sponsor to a $3500 platinum sponsorship. Here is the link to all of the details: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/golf-classic-co-hosted-by-louisville-hotel-association-louisville-tourism-registration-680332020387

If sponsorship is not your thing, you can still support the effort by playing in the tournament. The cost for a foursome, which includes green fees, cart fee, driving range, gift bag, lunch and a mulligan pack, is $600. You could register for a foursome and bring your team members of your best customers. It is a great way to network in a fun, laid back atmosphere.

The link above will also get you to player registration.

We hope to see you at Glen Oaks Country Club on October 19th.

Join Louisville Hotel Association & Louisville Tourism professionals for a day of business and pleasure at the return of our co-hosted Golf

08/10/2023

Tourism Forum @ The Brown Hotel

Sitting down with leading bourbon and culinary professionals to dish on how Bourbon City’s
centuries of culinary traditions and flourishing food scene have put Louisville on the map as a top-tier food and drink destination.

Thanks to our Moderator: Tim Laird, America’s Chief Entertaining Officer

& Panelists:
Jason Brauner, Bourbon's Bistro, Buzzard's Roost
Chef Edward Lee, 610 Magnolia, Nami Steakhouse
Melissa Rift, Old Forester Distillery
Chef Lawrence Weeks, North of Bourbon, Enso
Stacey Yates, Louisville Tourism

08/01/2023

Now through Friday, September 8th by midnight nominate an outstanding employee for a ROSE award.

Categories this year include: Attractions, Culinary Arts, Dining + Spirits, Event Services, Hotel Services (under 200 rooms) + Hotel Services (over 200 rooms), Rising Star & Tours + Transportation.

www.louisvilleroseawards.com

06/08/2023

78 Social Culinary Heritage education Angel's Envy was enlightening, entertaining & delicious! If you missed this course about the baker’s dozen of Louisville’s cuisine, no worries, we will offer it again later in the year.

06/05/2023

Only 5 spots remaining for the 78 Social Culinary Heritage event on Wednesday, June 7th at Angel's Envy.

Event kicks off with appetizers and drinks at 3:00 pm

3:30-4:30 pm Stacey Yates & Jessica Dillree present and food demonstration
4:30 pm-Wrap Up

If you have not registered, do so here as soon as possible before this complimentary event is sold out. https://78social.com/events/37027

Learn about Louisville’s culinary history and Kentucky’s foodways including a baker’s dozen of the foods every Louisvillian should know. Join Bourbon & Biscuits hosts Stacey Yates and Jessica Dillree as they demonstrate how to make a few favorite regional foods and bourbon cockta...

05/25/2023

End of May & June convention & event alerts with details about each event can be found here:

https://www.gotolouisville.com/convention-event-alerts/

05/02/2023

You're invited to attend a webinar presented by Louisville Tourism
The State of Fairness: KY LGBTQ Laws & Impact

Join a group of panelists as they discuss recent laws passed by The Kentucky General Assembly which affect the LGBTQ community and learn what it means for our Commonwealth, when the impacts may be felt, and what can be done to wave a welcoming flag in the aftermath.
Panelists:
Chris Hartman, Fairness Campaign
Jeff Crowe, Heaven Hill & Kentucky Travel Industry Association
Gathan Borden, Destinations International
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
9:00 am-10:00 am EST

Zoom will open for registrants at 8:45 am

REGISTERE HERE - FREE TO ATTEND!
https://us06web.zoom.us/.../WN_vMRciJ_9RAGdtxLpgSHyLQ...

04/19/2023

Stop by the Louisville Visitor Center today until 6:30 PM to celebrate Mint Julep month.

Attendees will enjoy:
- Mint julep-themed cocktail samples
- Mint julep-themed coffee samples
- Mint julep-themed candy samples provided by Art Eatables
- Featured local partner table hosted by Whiskey Row Walking Tours
- Free mint julep-themed gifts
- Live music
- Light appetizers by Unbreakable Bonds Catering
- 25% off merchandise (some exclusions apply)
- Access to buy limited edition "Mint Condition" t-shirts
- Unique photo opportunities
- Make your own fascinator station

https://78social.com/events/38800

Join us for a fun celebration during April's Mint Julep Month for FREE at the Louisville Visitor Center! This event is open to the public from 1-5pm and then goes EXCLUSIVE for 78 Social members from 5-6:30pm. Kick off the Derby season with this fun event. Attendees will enjoy: - Mint julep-themed&n...

04/06/2023

You're invited to attend a webinar presented by Louisville Tourism

The State of Fairness: KY LGBTQ Laws & Impact

Join a group of panelists as they discuss recent laws passed by The Kentucky General Assembly which affect the LGBTQ community and learn what it means for our Commonwealth, when the impacts may be felt, and what can be done to wave a welcoming flag in the aftermath.

Panelists:
Chris Hartman, Fairness Campaign
Jeff Crowe, Heaven Hill & Kentucky Travel Industry Association
Gathan Borden, Destinations International

Wednesday, April 12, 2023
9:00am-10:00am EST
Zoom will open as early as 8:45 am

Click Here to Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vBSjisnfRneOguvWgeWq1w #/registration

03/06/2023

How Bourbon Revolutionized Louisville's Brand
March 29th, 2023
Watch Hill Proper (11201 River Beauty Loop, Prospect, 40059)
3:00 PM-5:00 PM

Reminder: Join our Chief Marketing Officer, Stacey Yates, as she tells her vast knowledge of the bourbon revolution came to be in Louisville. It's an amazing story!

This event is NEXT Wednesday, March 29th at Watch Hill Proper from 3-5 PM. Please RSVP to attend. All attendees will receive a drink ticket and enjoy appetizers. Limited seats so sign up soon!

Register here: https://78social.com/events/35485

3:00 PM: Check-in, drink selection, networking with appetizers
3:30-4:30 PM: Presentation with Q & A
4:30 PM: Door prizes and continued networking

Watch Hill Proper, our event host, is now the LARGEST bourbon bar in the world and is located in Norton Commons.

Whiskey Row, the Urban Bourbon Trail, Just Add Bourbon, Bourbon City.    These terms might have meaning to most folks now, but did you know that not very long ago Louisville did not leverage “Bourbon” to market our destination?   If you’d like to hear more about the fascinating ...

01/13/2023

So happy to share the incredible news that Louisville has landed in: 52 Places to Go in 2023 – New York Times

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2023/travel/52-places-travel-2023.html

Travel’s rebound has revealed the depth of our drive to explore the world. Why do we travel? For food, culture, adventure, natural beauty? This year’s list has all those elements, and more.

11/19/2022

Louisville Tourism hosted our Annual Gala & ROSE Awards at the legendary Palace Theatre on Thursday, November 3rd. This celebration honors the unsung heroes in the many roles within each sector of the tourism industry each year.

09/22/2022

Now through midnight on September 30th, vote for a favorite finalist in each of the eleven categories representing our hospitality industry. There are outstanding finalists this year—giving their all every day to make their venue and our city shine. Head to Louisvilleroseawards.com to vote now!

One email vote per category only will be counted, so important to share so more people can see & read about all the great people in Louisville's hospitality industry.

Now through midnight on September 30th vote for a favorite finalist in each of the eleven categories that represent our hospitality industry. There are simply amazing finalists this year—giving their all every day to make their venue and our city shine. Head to Louisvilleroseawards.com to vote now!

09/09/2022

Bearno’s Pizza on the Bridge, led by a great guy, George Timmering, has been an incredible partner for many years. Congratulations to 45 years of great pizza & strong community partnerships!

Order a pizza from George at (502) 584-7437 https://bearnos.com.

09/01/2022

We hope our 78 Social diplomats had as much fun as we did at the inaugural 78 Social event tonight.

Thank you to our amazing host, Angel's Envy & event partners, Crushed Ice Catering, Kentucky Straight Ice & Rivertown Photo Booths.

08/24/2022

78 Social Inaugural event will be held on Wednesday, August 31, from 4:30-7:00 PM at Angel's Envy.

78 Social, is Louisville's new premiere, members-only diplomat society - where our city's most essential advocates gather, grow, engage and build energy behind Louisville.

Register here:https://78social.com/events/25535

Join us for the exclusive 78 Social Inaugural networking event. You are invited to sample Angel's Envy's bourbon, experience an exclusive tasting, have a cocktail (or two), and mingle in the new event space at Angel's Envy, with hors d'oeuvres and live music by Pip...

08/19/2022

Louisville Hotel Association is collecting much needed supplies for eastern KY flood victims.

Trucks will be parked at various major hotels beginning August 24th for easy drop off of needed items.

08/09/2022

The Women’s Cup, the world’s largest club women’s professional soccer tournament — will return to Louisville August 14-20th.

Link to schedule & tickets: https://www.racingloufc.com/the-womens-cup/

They also will have a youth camp on Friday, August 19th, if interested, please see this link: https://academyjuniors.leagueapps.com/camps/3244642-the-womens-cup-2022-youth-camp

07/29/2022

https://www.gotolouisville.com/media/news-stories/louisville-tourism-expands-c-suite-adds-chief-marketing-officer/

Stacey Yates promoted to agency's newest role

05/18/2022

The numbers are in! The citywide hotel occupancy rate over Derby weekend was up 4% over 2019 with 95% of hotel rooms filled and average hotel rates up 7% from 2019.