5 Things to Know About AAHOA This October

1SAVE THE DATE FOR AAHOACON26. The 2026 AAHOA Convention & Trade Show is set for April 8-10 in Philadelphia, PA. In the city where independence was declared – and as our nation celebrates 250 years – we’ll gather to honor the freedom to lead, the pursuit of opportunity, and the legacy of those who built an industry from the ground up. Mark your calendars; registration opens soon.

2VISIT AAHOA’S ADVOCACY ALERT ACTION CENTER. To keep up with AAHOA Advocacy Alerts, check AAHOA’s online Advocacy Alert Action Center at AAHOA.com/Alerts. This one-stop shop houses all active Advocacy Alerts – federal, state, and local – sent to members requesting action.

3SWING INTO ACTION AT THE FINAL 2025 CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT. Join AAHOA Southwest Regional Director Dharmesh Ahir and local Ambassadors on Monday, Nov. 3, for the Southwest Charity Golf Tournament at the Ocotillo Golf Club in Chandler, AZ. You’ll have the opportunity to walk in the footsteps of professional golfers, network with fellow hoteliers, and raise money for local charities. Register today.

4CELEBRATE THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS. Soon, AAHOA Members will join billions around the globe to celebrate the Festival of Lights! This Diwali, we celebrate our shared achievements in the hospitality industry and the enduring journey toward hope and joy. AAHOA sends warm wishes for a joyful Diwali filled with happiness and a prosperous New Year ahead.

5GATHER THIS FALL AT AN AAHOA HOC. Fall is in full force, and so are the Hotel Owners Conferences & Trade Shows (HOC). Join us at the North Texas HOC on Tuesday, Oct. 14; the Southwest HOC on Tuesday, Nov. 4, or the CHLA North Pacific HOC on Thursday, Nov. 6. You’ll network, hear from industry leaders, meet exhibitors, and learn about innovative products and services. Find an HOC near you.