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Hurry and take advantage of the reduced price weekend get-aways to The Tall City! The Midland CVB is excited to provide our visitors with a list of themed weekend travel packages with special rates for a weekend get-away. Escape for the weekend - come relax in one of Midland's luxurious hotels, take delight in the many unique attractions, and savor the experience at a delicious restaurant. These make great gifts for a spouse, family member or friend!
Click here for more information or to book a package. Packages expire February 28. |
 Calendar of Events
JANUARY
10 - Annual Permian Basin Briday Show, Midland Center
12 - Permian Basin STEPS Network
14-16 - Livestock Show, Midland County Horseshoe
14 - Petroleum Museum Lunch and Lecture - Price Robinson "Identity Theft and Scams"
16 - BYNUM SCHOOL - Annual Children's Festival
16 - Celtic Crossroads music concert
17 - MHS Football Booster Banquet
21 - LEE High School Football Booster Banquet
22-24 - A.A. Midwinter Conference
22 - Gift of Life Fundraiser
23 - Midland Downtown Farmers' Market
28 - MHS Football Banquet
29-31 - Aloha O Hawaii 2nd Annual Workshop & Luau
FEBRUARY
5-6 - Annual Belle Ball
6-7 - Silver Spur Gun & Blade Show
8 - Midland Teachers' Cr. Union - Annual Meeting
9 - Annual Indian Princess Dance
9 - Permian Basin STEPS Network
10 - Travel & Tourism Meeting
11 - Aphasia Center of W. TX - Chocolate Decadence
13 - A Night at the Oscars - Excellence in Teaching & Unsung Hero Awards Gala
11-14 - West Texas/Concho Kennel Club Dog Show
If you think we are missing an event that the public needs to know about then please let us know. Anyone can visit our website and simply click on "Submit Event" and fill out the entry form. It's that simple! |
Photo of the Month
Sculpture, Museum of the Southwest |
Do you have a family reunion or wedding coming up? Don't forget that the CVB is here to help with your upcoming events. We can help with planning, promotion and publicity, event support and incentive items. We can also help you secure a group rate block at one of Midland's many fine hotels. Please be sure to check our Web site for more information on our services: http://visitmidlandtexas.com/our_services. We would love to hear from you! |
CVB Actions
The Convention & Visitors Bureaus from both Midland and Odessa completed the site visit for the Texas United States Bowling Congress to bring their Mixed Tournament to the area in October of this year. The CVB's combined efforts will bring around 300 teams to the Permian Basin over the duration of five weekends, bringing in more than $1 million to the area hospitality and retail industry. We are proud to have this tournament in West Texas and for the support of both cities and the local bowling associations. Their dedication and support enabled the two cities to host the event.
In addition to the bowling tournament, Christopher Havins bid and secured the Texas branch of the National Association of Royalty Owners' June 2010 Annual Meeting. Along with the Hilton Midland Plaza, the CVB was able to attract this event, which was very supportive of bringing the event to Midland - the heart of the petroleum industry.
CONVENTION & VISITOR BUREAU REPORTING:
November Sales Numbers
Bid Proposals 9
Requests for Proposals: 9
Definite Bookings: 20
Room Nights Booked: 8,959
Estimated Direct Visitor Spending on October Sales: $5,075,265
We report one month behind so that we can give a full months representation. "Requests for Proposals" are leads that are captured by the CVB and distributed to local hotels, meeting facilities, and sporting venues. "Bids Submitted" are proposals sent to event right holders to try to bring an event to Midland. "Definite Bookings" are leads that have turned into definite business for Midland. "Room Nights Booked" is the number of sleeping room nights that are associated with the definite business booked. "Direct Visitor Spending" is the estimated dollar amount that an event will bring in; calculating the number of dollars visitors will spend in Midland's economy.
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