2/5/2020

Due to the inclement weather conditions throughout the state, we have canceled our Hospitality Day at the Capitol and A Tasteful Affair Legislative Reception scheduled for February 5, 2020. A winter storm is expected to bring snow and sleet to the southern plains tonight and Wednesday. 

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and we look forward to seeing you next year at the 2021 Hospitality Day and "A Tasteful Affair" Legislative Reception! 

Stay safe!  

The hospitality industry is the driving force in Oklahoma’s economy, generating enormous tax revenues, providing jobs for hundreds of thousands of Oklahomans, and giving time and money back to their communities. At the same time, it’s vital that we maintain good relations with legislators so that our perspective on various bills and issues is given thoughtful consideration.

On February 5, 2020 members of the Oklahoma Restaurant Association, Oklahoma Hotel & Lodging Association, and Oklahoma Travel Industry Association will join forces for Hospitality Day at the Capitol, a members-only event where we will spend time speaking to legislators about issues facing our industry. 

Then we'll mingle with more than 500 members and legislators while we do what we do best - show these leaders Oklahoma hospitality! - at a bigger and better-than-ever “A Tasteful Affair” Legislative Reception. 2020 marks the 31st anniversary of "A Tasteful Affair" and will feature more than 10 of Oklahoma’s finest restaurants showcasing their culinary tastings at what is heralded as the state’s most successful and best attended legislative reception.

*Due to the nature of the event, no one under 21 allowed at the Legislative Reception.




Schedule
 

At the Oklahoma State Capitol: 2300 N. Lincoln Blvd., OKC, OK 73105
	9:30am (approx.) Hospitality Day at the Capitol Member Issues Briefing - Room Number: 535 Upon arrival association staff will provide members with a copy of the Issue Briefing document which they may review prior to the actual briefing session. Parking at Capitol: Park in the South lot and access the Capitol through the south entrance
	10:00 - 11:30am Members Visit Legislative Offices  Following the short briefing, members will deliver Industry Impact Data and information on hospitality industry issues to their respective state representatives and senators.
At the Bricktown Events Center: 429 E California Ave., OKC, OK 73104
	5:00 - 7:00pm “A Tasteful Affair” Legislative Reception ($65/ticket) During the largest and best-attended legislative reception in the state, members have the opportunity to establish new relationships and strengthen existing ties while connecting on important issues. Join us and take advantage of the opportunity to gain access to some of Oklahoma's most influential policy-makers while enjoying culinary tastings of Oklahoma’s best restaurants and Oklahoma craft beers!  Free parking is available in the parking lot just south of the event center. No parking passes needed. Due to the nature of the legislative reception, no one under the age of 21 will be allowed to attend.

NEARBY HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS:
Although there are no official hotel room blocks for this event, you may find overnight accommodations at following member hotels in close proximity to Bricktown Events Center.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oklahoma City Downtown/Bricktown
101 E. Main Street
Oklahoma City, OK, 73104
(866) 925-4216

Residence Inn by Marriott Oklahoma City Downtown/Bricktown
400 E Reno Avenue
Oklahoma City, OK, 73104
(866) 925-4216

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oklahoma City Downtown/Bricktown
600 E Sheridan Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
(405) 601-6206

Legislative Reception Pricing:

• $65/person

If you wish to register more attendees, you will be able to do so before finalizing your registration.