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The Beaumont Convention and Visitors Bureau is proud to announce its winnings in the Texas Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus (TACVB) Idea Fair at the organization’s annual conference in El Paso last week. “Our team continues to prove themselves year after year with award-winning initiatives & this year is no different,” says Dean Conwell, CDME Executive Director for the Beaumont…Continue Reading
We know sometimes it can be stressful being the one in charge of helping put together a family or class reunion. So if you're looking for fresh ideas, look no further! Here are three ways for you to get creative and make your reunion unique, courtesy of the Beaumont CVB. 1) Plan a Scavenger Hunt Get outside and spice up your next get together with a scavenger hunt. Whether it's geocaching or…Continue Reading
From baseball tournaments to a class reunion or work convention, you may be coming to Beaumont for business or to have fun with the family. Either way, staying in Beaumont has never been more accommodating or luxurious. Two of the biggest hotels in the area have stepped up the hotel game and are ready for you to book a room! The MCM Eleganté and Holiday Inn Plaza are the two top meeting hotels in…Continue Reading
The Beaumont Convention & Visitors Bureau is pleased to welcome 800 alumni to town for the Hebert High School Alumni Association Mass Reunion to be held June 29 – July 3, 2016. The reunion – 1 of 19 to be held in Beaumont this summer – will bring an estimated $635,885 into Beaumont’s economy. “Hebert High has strong ties to the Beaumont Community,” says Gatsy Moye, Vice President of the Hebert…Continue Reading
Beaumont Gears Up for School Bus Safety "Roadeo," June 25 FACT: According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) , 58% of child fatalities during normal school travel hours were in cars driven by teenagers. 23% of such fatalities were in cars driven by an adult. Kids riding on school buses accounted for less than 1% of such fatalities. Learn more at American School Bus…Continue Reading
As summer kicks-off, the Beaumont Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) is pleased to announce the release of two new projects: the Beaumont Sports Facility Guide and the Official Visitors Guide for Southeast Texas. Both of these will help make planning a little easier when organizing a sporting event in Beaumont or preparing for a Southeast Texas summer vacation. The newly redesigned Sports Facility…Continue Reading
The public is invited to a Meet & Greet as we welcome Kyle Petty, Celebrity Riders and sponsors on Thursday, May 5th at 4:15pm at the Hampton Inn in Beaumont, Texas. Click here for the invitation and flyer . The Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America , one of the most successful and popular charity rides in the country, is revving up for its 22nd anniversary motorcycle trek, taking place from…Continue Reading
The 2016 Convention of the Gulf States Camera Club Council will be held in Beaumont, Texas on Thursday, May 5th through Saturday, May 7th at the MCM Elegante Hotel . The Gulf States Camera Club Convention will consist of three days of fun and education from industry experts Rick Sammon, William Innes, Judy Host, and others. In addition to tons of learning opportunities, there will also be field…Continue Reading
The Beaumont Convention & Visitors Bureau announces a busy second quarter with 15 sports tournaments being held in Beaumont from April through June of 2016. These tournaments are expected to bring an estimated economic impact of $2,672,400 into Beaumont. “The facilities in Beaumont are great for hosting events. The hotels and restaurants are very accommodating & appreciative of the business that…Continue Reading
With today’s limited budgets and fewer staff, smart meeting planners reach out to their local CVB and tap into a valuable partner resource so their conferences are more successful. If you're in charge of planning a meeting, don't do it alone! Instead, partner with the Beaumont CVB and see how we can help make your meeting a success. Who We Are As the official Destination Marketing Organization…Continue Reading
Beaumont Welcomes the National Physique Committee April 23, 2016 Beaumont welcomes the National Physique Committee to the Julie Rogers Theatre on Saturday, April 23, 2016 for the Southeast Texas Championship. “This is the first bodybuilding competition and fitness expo to hit Beaumont since 1996,” says Robin Fore, Chief Operations Officer for the Southeast Texas Championship. “Come enjoy vendor…Continue Reading
The Beaumont CVB invites locals to re-discover Beaumont with free motorcoach tours offered throughout the year. Tours are designed to help locals develop a new sense of pride and love for Beaumont by re-discovering everything the city has to offer. We love Beaumont and we think you should too! On the tour, you'll be introduced to the museums, history and culture of Beaumont, Texas. Highlights…Continue Reading
Because of its location in Southeast Texas near the Louisiana border, Beaumont is a city with an interesting mixture of Texas culture and Cajun heritage. That’s one of the reasons that visitors, whether here for work or pleasure, leave Beaumont feeling a little more cultured and entertained. Beaumont is a destination unlike anywhere else, and if the company or organization you belong to happens to…Continue Reading
Beaumont Welcomes East Texas Historical Association February 18-20, 2016 The Beaumont Convention & Visitors Bureau welcomes the East Texas Historical Association to the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Beaumont Plaza February 18-20, 2016 for its annual Spring Meeting and invites the public to attend. “We are an invaluable asset to southeast Texas history & culture,” says Dr. Scott Sosebee of East Texas…Continue Reading
Beautiful history, unique attractions, affordable hotels, easy traffic and tasty restaurants. Sounds great, right? Yes, we are talking about Beaumont! Not only is Beaumont a great place to visit, but it’s also the perfect location to gather for an event and make memories. It’s the kind of thing you don’t think about until you need it. The Beaumont Convention and Visitors Bureau is not just a place…Continue Reading
Meetings Brought Over $18 Million into Beaumont in 2015. The Beaumont Convention & Visitors Bureau will host its annual Hall of Fame Reception at The Event Centre in downtown Beaumont on Thursday, February 11, 2016 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. “Meetings, reunions and sporting events are big business for Beaumont,” says Dean Conwell, Director for the Beaumont CVB. “Hall of Fame is our small way of saying…Continue Reading
Texas Association of Convention & Visitor Bureaus (TACVB) Mid-Winter Conference January 19-22, 2016 The Beaumont Convention & Visitors Bureau welcomes the Texas Association of Convention & Visitor Bureaus (TACVB) Mid-Winter Conference to the MCM Elegante’ Hotel & Conference Center Tuesday, January 19 – Thursday, January 22, 2016. “TACVB is an excellent opportunity for us to showcase everything…Continue Reading
Here are five reasons Beaumont, Texas is the perfect meeting destination. 1. Experts. Totally committed to you. Want an expert to advise you on how to incorporate Beaumont’s best into your meeting? The Beaumont CVB offers high quality service and has a reputation for being friendly and reliable. From choosing quality local partners and service providers, we’ll give you the practical assistance and…Continue Reading
On behalf of Captain Conwell & the entire Beaumont CVB crew we would like to extend a special invitation to all TACVB members to join us in Beaumont for the upcoming Mid-Winter Conference set for January 19-21, 2016. Your final destination is Beaumont, Texas…With a Little Something Extra. You’ll be arriving at gate, MCM Elegante Hotel & Conference Center. At gate MCM, luxurious accommodations will…Continue Reading
Are you headed to Beaumont for a concert, business trip or just to visit family? Maybe it’s been a while since you have been in the area. The Beaumont CVB has you covered on where to stay when you come visit! From the best hotels for families to the ones that allow pets, and even places that offer shuttles to the local airport, the Beaumont CVB should be your first stop when it comes to planning…Continue Reading
Rebecca Woodland, Convention Sales Manager, and Freddie Willard, Director of Sales, know how to have fun while working at a professional conference during recent TSAE (Texas Association of Society Executives) evening reception. The Beaumont CVB's convention sales team spends much time "on the road" conducting sales calls, attending trade shows and networking events to foster relationships with…Continue Reading
The Beaumont Convention and Visitors Bureau is proud to announce its winnings in the Texas Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus (TACVB) Idea Fair at the organization’s annual conference in The Woodlands last week. “I am so thrilled that our Clue-themed holiday event which the Beaumont CVB produced in December 2014 was so well received by our peers,” stated Rebecca Woodland, Convention…Continue Reading
The Beaumont Convention & Visitors Bureau welcomes the National Model Railroad Association (NMRA) Lone Star Region 64 th Annual Convention to the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Beaumont Plaza Wednesday, July 22 – Sunday, July 26, 2015. “Model Railroading is fun! Whether you are young or old, trains have always had a great rapport with people,” says George Bohn, Convention Chairman for the 2015…Continue Reading
U.S. Baton Twirling National Championship July 13-18, 2015 The Beaumont Convention & Visitors Bureau is happy to welcome the United States Baton Twirling Association’s 57th Annual National Championship to Ford Park Arena Monday, July 13 – Saturday, July 18, 2015. “Beaumont residents will be amazed by the athleticism and artistry of the nation’s best baton twirlers as they compete for the coveted…Continue Reading
American Legion Annual State Convention July 8-12, 2015 War veterans from around the state will begin arriving in Beaumont in early July for activities surrounding the 97th Annual State Convention of The American Legion, the nation’s largest organization of wartime veterans. “We expect more than 1,000 members of The American Legion family to take part in convention activities between July 8 and…Continue Reading
Our Summer 2015 calendar is packed with sporting events and I am thrilled to welcome these heavy hitters to Beaumont! United Fastpitch Association will host two weekend tournaments (Ages 10U-18U) at Ford Fields and the Beaumont Athletic Complex . Dates: June 5-6, 2015 (140 teams), June 12-14, 2015 (90 teams) United States Baton Twirling Association is hosting a 1st time event to Beaumont that will…Continue Reading
There's always something happening in Beaumont! To help share this with meeting and event planners, our Sales Team makes regular trips to Austin for client meetings, industry events and multiple sales efforts. Lately, we've been busy doing just that. Here's the scoop! Austin Sales Calls: Earlier this month, I reached out to state association meeting planners that had not been called on before.…Continue Reading
Beaumont CVB Celebrates Economic Impact of Meetings at Hall of Fame Dinner February 3, 2015 Yes, the economy in Beaumont benefited from tourism revenue, from meeting business, to the tune of $21.7 million in 2014! Meetings mean business in Beaumont. Hotels, local restaurants, bars and retail shops all benefit from guests to our city. Out of town guests paid taxes and brought new money to our area.…Continue Reading
25th Annual Hall of Fame Reception to Be Held February 3, 2015 The Beaumont Convention & Visitors Bureau will host its 25th Annual Hall of Fame Reception at The Event Centre in downtown Beaumont on Tuesday, February 3, 2015 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. The CVB will recognize and honor the meeting planners who chose Beaumont as their host city for conferences, sporting events and reunions during the…Continue Reading
Seasons Greetings from the Beaumont CVB! In case you missed it, the CVB hosted its Holiday Open House on December 10th. This year, clients and partners were invited to "Get a Clue about the Beaumont CVB" with an interactive mystery game. We had a wonderful time seeing everyone and hope you and yours have the very merriest of holidays! Enjoy these event photos (by the fabulous Lacie Grant ) and…Continue Reading
Texas Crime Stoppers Conference to Be Held in Beaumont October 8-10, 2014 The Beaumont Convention and Visitors Bureau is pleased to welcome the 26th Annual Texas Crime Stoppers Conference to Beaumont October 8-10, 2014. "Since the inception of Beaumont Crime Stoppers in 1981, we have received over 14,000 tips resulting in over 3,000 arrests, over 6,000 cases cleared and over 7 million dollars in…Continue Reading
Beaumont CVB Announces Team Worth of Cypress, TX as Winner of #BmtBaller Photo/Video Contest The Beaumont Convention and Visitors Bureau is pleased to announce Team Worth 16U Gold of Cypress, Texas as the winner of the #BmtBaller Photo/Video Contest held September 5-14, 2014. On behalf of the team, Rory Gesch submitted numerous photos that matched the contest's 7 different categories, with the…Continue Reading
Last night we held the 24th Annual Hall of Fame Reception at the MCM Eleganté Hotel. This is an important event for us because it allows us the opportunity to recognize meeting planners and committees that bring reunions, sporting events and conferences to Beaumont. In 2013, our sales team worked with 162 events and 127 organizations to welcome 80,254 convention delegates! Not to bore you with the…Continue Reading
Beaumont welcomes the Texas Association of Museums for their Annual Conference on April 2-5, 2013. "TAM is working closely with our colleagues in the Beaumont museum and cultural community to plan a substantial conference," says Ruth Ann Rugg, Executive Director for the Texas Association of Museums. "We have developed a theme that speaks not only to current challenges in our field, but also to the…Continue Reading
The Beaumont Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) will host its 23rd Annual Hall of Fame Reception at The Event Centre in downtown Beaumont on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. The CVB will recognize and honor the meeting planners who chose Beaumont as their host city for reunions, sporting events and conferences during the previous year. "The staff and I feel the Hall of Fame…Continue Reading
Beaumont's newest meeting facility, The Event Centre , is versatile and beautiful. It features a 16,000 sq ft event hall and two outdoor canopies that open to the great lawn & lake. With it's unique space and design features, The Event Centre offers new options to Beaumont's meeting landscape. Green construction, along with the use of natural light and neutral colors create an elegant backdrop for…Continue Reading
Last Thursday, we hosted our 22nd Annual Hall of Fame where we honored local meeting planners that have brought meetings to Beaumont during the past year, 2011. Each year at the event, we also present a Service Award to a local citizen who has shown extreme dedication to enhancing tourism in Beaumont, Texas. These people are some of Beaumont's biggest cheerleaders and we're their biggest fans!…Continue Reading
Each year, we host the Hall of Fame to recognize meeting and convention planners who hosted events and conferences in Beaumont during the previous year. The highlight of the evening comes when we announce our Service Award winner at the conclusion of the event. This award goes to a special someone who has shown extreme dedication in helping bring tourism business to Beaumont. Whether it's helping…Continue Reading
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