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Venues Meetings & Conventions Nov 10, 2026 📍 Austin

New & Notable Developments in Austin

The Austin Convention Center redevelopment is on track for reopening in early 2029, with the $1.6 billion project nearly doubling its rentable space to 620,000 sq. ft. and aiming to be the world's first zero-carbon-certified convention center. Additionally, Austin's AT&T Hotel and Conference Center is undergoing a $30 million refresh of its 85,000-plus square feet of meeting space, and the JW Marriott Austin recently completed a $30 million renovation of its guest rooms and meeting spaces.

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New Hotel Trinity opens in downtown Austin

Community Impact Nov 6 Austin

Hotel Trinity, a new 14-floor, 258-room luxury hotel, has opened in downtown Austin, bringing the total downtown hotel room count to 16,000. The hotel, part of White Lodging's portfolio, offers luxury suites, exclusive guest experiences, and a new seafood restaurant.

Flex to Host Innovation Day on November 10, 2026

PR Newswire Nov 6 Austin

Flex (NASDAQ: FLEX) announced it will host its 2026 Innovation Day on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at the company's headquarters in Austin, Texas. The event will feature presentations from senior leadership teams of Flex and Axiom, focusing on strategy, market opportunities, and financial priorities.

Venue | Future Branches Austin 2026

Worldwide Business Research Nov 4 Austin

Future Branches Austin 2026 has secured a special conference rate at the Hilton Austin, with discounted room rates available until November 9, 2026. The Hilton Austin is conveniently located next to the Austin Convention Center, offering modern amenities for attendees.

Hotel (2026) | High Impact Technology Exchange Conference

High Impact Technology Exchange Conference Nov 4 Austin

The Renaissance Austin Hotel is offering a special conference rate for the High Impact Technology Exchange Conference (HI-TEC) 2026, with discounted rates available until November 9, 2026. The hotel provides complimentary self-parking and is located approximately 18 miles from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.

Austin Hotel Market 2026: Occupancy, ADR, RevPAR and Recent Sales

The Hotelier Times Oct 31 Austin

Austin's hotel market in 2026 shows a slight decrease in room revenue, with the convention center closure impacting convention-anchored hotels. Despite this, Austin maintains the highest RevPAR in Texas, with new luxury hotel supply entering the market.

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EXPO Convention Contractors Plants Its Flag in Texas, Positioning Customers for the State's Next Wave of Convention Growth

PR Newswire Nov 9 Austin

EXPO Convention Contractors has expanded its operations into Texas, establishing a strategic hub in the Dallas–Fort Worth area to support clients and events across the state, including Austin. This move anticipates the growth from major convention center expansions in Texas cities.

JE Dunn and Turner Construction Joint Venture Rebuilding Austin Convention Center

Construction Industry News Nov 9 Austin

JE Dunn and Turner Construction have formed a 50-50 joint venture to rebuild the Austin Convention Center, a $1.6 billion redevelopment project. The project, which began construction in April 2025, is deep into foundation construction and aims to nearly double the rentable space to 620,000 square feet, targeting Zero Carbon Certification.

Allen & Heath Consoles Anchor Audio Across SXSW 2026 Venues in Austin

Audio Industry News Nov 5 Austin

Allen & Heath digital mixer consoles were utilized across various SXSW 2026 venues in Austin, providing sound teams with reliable and scalable audio solutions for the demanding festival environment. This highlights a supplier's significant involvement in a major Austin event, demonstrating industry support for large-scale productions.

Dual Director of Group Sales in Austin,TX,United States

White Lodging Careers Nov 5 Austin

White Lodging is seeking a Dual Director of Group Sales to lead sales and marketing efforts for both the JW Marriott Austin and the Austin Marriott Downtown. This role is highlighted as an exceptional opportunity due to the new business expected from the Austin Convention Center rebuild.

Cedar Park Marriott names leadership team ahead of 2027 opening

ConventionSouth Nov 4 Austin

The Cedar Park Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, a new 297-room property with over 30,000 square feet of meeting space in the Austin metropolitan area, has announced its leadership team. Juan Flores has been appointed general manager and Stephanie Shives as director of sales and marketing, ahead of its anticipated spring 2027 opening.

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317 Conferences & Events in Austin 2026

WebMobi Nov 10 Austin

WebMobi provides a listing of upcoming conferences and trade shows in Austin for November 2026, including AfroTech (November 1-5), the Texas Covered Health Care Conference + Expo (November 1-3), and the IOFM Fall Conference & Expo (November 1-3).

B2B Events in Austin in 2026

Vendelux Nov 10 Austin

Vendelux highlights upcoming B2B events in Austin for late 2026, such as the FS-ISAC Americas Fall Summit (October 26-29), the Small Business Expo Austin (October 29), the IOFM Fall Conference & Expo (November 2-4), and the Texas Covered Health Care Conference + Expo (November 2-4).

Conferences in Austin 2026 and 2027

Luminik Nov 10 Austin

Luminik lists 13 B2B events scheduled for Austin in November 2026, including the Ace Convention (November 9-12), Ragan's Communications Week (November 9-13), and the NextGen Payments & RegTech Forum USA (November 10).

Austin - Product-Led Summit

Product-Led Summit Nov 10 Austin

The Product-Led Summit Austin is scheduled for February 23-24, 2027, at the Hilton Austin, focusing on AI harmony and product leadership. This summit aims to provide actionable insights and networking opportunities for product leaders.

Texas Festivals & Events Association Annual Conference and Trade Show 2026 in Austin

Canton Fair net Nov 9 Austin

The Texas Festivals & Events Association (TFEA) Annual Conference and Trade Show is scheduled for November 9-11, 2026, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Austin. This event brings together over 300 event planners, festival producers, and industry suppliers for educational sessions, networking, and trade show exhibitions.

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Austin Convention Center Redevelopment | Austin Meetings & Conventions

Visit Austin Nov 10 Austin

The Austin Convention Center redevelopment is underway and on schedule to be completed by late 2028, with its reopening in spring 2029. The project will increase the rentable space to 620,000 square feet from its current 365,000 square feet, positioning Austin to host larger events and multiple large events simultaneously.

Austin Convention Center

Wikipedia Nov 8 Austin

The Austin Convention Center underwent demolition from April to October 2025 for a $1.6 billion replacement facility, aiming to double its size and open in 2029. The project is funded by existing convention center revenues and a 2% increase in hotel occupancy tax.

Austin Convention Center Expansion Project to Double Rentable Space, Projecting Significant Economic Growth

Visit Austin / Austin Convention Center Nov 6 Austin

The Austin Convention Center's redevelopment, known as Unconventional ATX, is scheduled for completion by late 2028 and will reopen in spring 2029, increasing rentable space from 365,000 to 620,000 square feet. This expansion is projected to generate an additional $285 million in yearly economic impact, bringing the total to over $750 million annually.

JE Dunn and Turner Construction Dig Deep to Rebuild the Austin Convention Center

Industry Publication Nov 5 Austin

The $1.6 billion redevelopment of the Austin Convention Center, a joint venture by JE Dunn and Turner Construction, is deep into foundation construction. The project, which began in April 2025, will nearly double the rentable space to 620,000 square feet and is projected to boost annual economic impact by $285 million, creating over 1,600 new jobs.

Austin Convention Center Redevelopment: Vertical Steel Installation Begins

Unconventional ATX (Austin Convention Center) Nov 3 Austin

The Austin Convention Center redevelopment has reached significant milestones, with excavation 93% complete as of August 2026. Vertical steel installation for the expanded facility began in September, marking a highly visible phase of construction.

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