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The New Orleans Marriott is offering exclusive perks for meetings and events booked by June 30, 2026, for dates extending through December 31, 2028. This initiative aims to attract corporate gatherings and conventions, leveraging the hotel's extensive meeting spaces and proximity to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.

Navan highlights 9 top-rated hotels within 0.3 miles of the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, chosen for their proximity and guest ratings, including the New Orleans Marriott and Hyatt Place. These selections cater to convention attendees, offering convenient access to the venue and supporting the city's hospitality infrastructure for major events.

A new economic impact study by Oxford Economics for the AHLA revealed that New Orleans' hotel industry generated nearly $9 billion in total economic impact in 2025. The industry supported over 51,000 jobs and contributed $1.2 billion in total taxes, underscoring its vital role in the city's economy.

A new economic impact study by Oxford Economics for the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) reveals that New Orleans' hotel industry generated nearly $9 billion in total economic impact in 2025. The industry supported over 51,000 jobs and contributed $1.2 billion in taxes, underscoring its critical role in the city's economy.

The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, in partnership with the Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority and the Urban League of Louisiana, announced the winners of the 6th Annual Morial Awards on May 21, 2026. These awards recognize a small business and a corporation for innovative growth, economic impact, and contributions to creating opportunities for local communities and small businesses. Port NOLA was named Corporation of the Year, and Leroy's LipSmack'n Lemonade received the Small Business of the Year award.

The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is actively recruiting a Business Support Manager to manage sponsorship fulfillment, membership in industry associations like IAVM and IAEE, and oversee reporting and analytics. This role is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency and supporting departmental initiatives.

InfoComm América Latina won the 2026 IAEE International Excellence Award, an honor presented during IMEX Frankfurt. New Orleans & Company and the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center are recognized as strategic partners of IAEE, an association that provides education and advocates for the exhibitions and events industry.

The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is seeking a Business Support Manager to oversee sponsorship and membership fulfillment, reporting, and budget management. This role involves coordinating with internal and external partners and ensuring operational efficiency for departmental initiatives.

Jim Cook, President and CEO of the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, was recognized by New Orleans CityBusiness for his industry leadership. He is overseeing the Convention Center's Capital Improvement Plan and the development of the 1,000-room Omni New Orleans hotel, projects crucial for the city's event capabilities.

The 6th Annual Morial Awards recognized the Port of New Orleans as Corporation of the Year and Leroy's LipSmack'n Lemonade as Small Business of the Year for their contributions to economic growth and community impact. The awards, presented by the Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority, the Convention Center, and the Urban League of Louisiana, also announced the new Sybil Award for next year.

The NACUFS 2026 National Conference is set to take place at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. This event will bring together campus dining professionals for four days of learning, networking, and inspiration.

The Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit is scheduled to be held in New Orleans, LA, from June 1-3, 2026. This summit is a key event for professionals in security and risk management.

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has secured discounted group rates at hotels near the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center for its 2026 NBAA Maintenance Conference. This provides attendees with convenient accommodation options for the event in New Orleans.

New Orleans is hosting a variety of conferences and conventions in the coming months. These include the ACHA Annual Meeting (May 26-30, Hilton New Orleans Riverside), AHC Annual Conference (May 29-30, Bourbon Orleans Hotel), Accreditcon (May 29-31, Hyatt Regency New Orleans), The Big Deep South Convention (June 5-7, Hilton New Orleans Airport), ASMS Conference (June 4-8), ARRA Convention (June 4-7), ASHRAE Conference (July 23-25, Royal Sonesta New Orleans), LPA National Conference (July 10-17, New Orleans Marriott), ALPS Annual Meeting (June 4-6, Tulane University), NCSLA Northern Southern Regional Conference (June 14-17), ASCA's Conference (July 11-14), Consultants Forum (June 1-3, Ritz-Carlton), Annual Meeting of the Louisiana Society of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (June 26-28, Windsor Court), MAJ Annual Convention (June 11-13, The Windsor Court), NVSBC VETS 2026 (June 2-3, Hyatt Regency New Orleans), 2026 Luminate Convention (June 23-24, Hyatt Regency New Orleans), Bernina 2026 (June 28-July 1, Hyatt Regency New Orleans), and 2026 ACCE NATIONAL CONVENTION (July 20-22, Hyatt Regency New Orleans).

Several conferences are scheduled for New Orleans in 2026, including Accreditcon (May 29-31 at Hyatt Regency), the AHC Annual Conference (May 29-30 at Bourbon Orleans Hotel), and the ACHA Annual Meeting (May 26-30 at Hilton New Orleans Riverside). The Big Deep South Convention is also set to take place from June 5-7, 2026, at the Hilton New Orleans Airport.

The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is completing a $763 million renovation, upgrading its infrastructure, sustainability, and aesthetics as part of a Vision 2035 River District mixed neighborhood development. A 1,000-room Omni New Orleans Convention Center headquarters hotel is planned to open in 2030, complementing $1 billion in other hotel renovations underway across the city.

The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center has achieved its second LEED Gold certification, a significant milestone in its commitment to sustainability. This makes it the largest LEED-certified project in Louisiana and the largest convention center project in the U.S. certified under LEED v4.1 Operations and Maintenance. The certification highlights improvements in energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste reduction.

Elon Musk's Boring Company is reportedly considering building a tunnel, dubbed 'NOLA Loop,' to connect the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center with a major hotel near the Superdome. This project aims to improve travel reliability between these key event locations, especially during large events.

The Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is undergoing major upgrades through a $700 million renovation project. These improvements are designed to help the venue remain one of the largest and most competitive convention centers in the country, hosting a wide range of events from conferences to automotive exhibitions.

The Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is undergoing major upgrades through a $700 million renovation project, aiming to remain a top competitive convention center. New Orleans & Company leaders emphasize the city's robust hospitality network, which drives economic growth by successfully hosting major events and conventions. These improvements are designed to enhance the venue's capacity for various events, including educational conferences, medical conventions, and automotive exhibitions.