Visit Austin unveils city growth plans at PCMA, Allegiant merges with Sun Country, red meat and mocktails are set to dominate 2026 F&B trends and learning lessons from the Grateful Dead—here are the top industry headlines you won’t want to miss.
At PCMA in Philly, Visit Austin CEO Tom Noonan and Austin Convention Center Director Trisha Tatro took the stage to share major developments shaping Austin’s future. READ MORE
Red meat, comfort food and mocktail drinks are forecast to be popular F&B choices at events this year. READ MORE
Allegiant and Sun Country Airlines announced a merger agreement, under which Allegiant will acquire Sun Country in a cash-and-stock transaction. READ MORE
What event planners can learn from the Grateful Dead about building lasting communities. READ MORE
International travel, trade and tariffs headline this top industry advocacy group’s 2026 policy agenda. READ MORE
