NACE Houston Chapter

✨ REGISTER TODAY WITH JULY EARLY BIRD PRICING ✨ Ticket prices increase Saturday, August 1. Sponsorship packages available.

Join us for our 2026 NACE Houston Awards Gala! 🏆

This year’s theme is inspired by Hollywood’s biggest night - but not in the way you might expect.

We’re moving away from the traditional red, black, and gold palette and instead embracing color, pattern, luxurious textures, dramatic lighting, and an elevated editorial feel. Think deep plums, merlot, velvet, candlelight, and all the glamour of a LA nightclub.

This event is about more than awards - it’s about celebrating the people who make our industry extraordinary and creating an unforgettable experience worthy of the talent in this room.

🎟️ Register today!
🔗 Link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/the-golden-nace-houston-awards-2026-184274/

📍 The Corinthian
🚘 202 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77002
🗓️ Tuesday, September 22nd
⏰ 5:30 pm to 11:00 pm

Thinking about submitting for the NACE Houston Awards Gala but not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered.

Swipe through for answers to some of the most common questions about award submissions—from eligibility to the submission process and everything in between.

Whether you’re submitting an incredible event, recognizing your team, or nominating an outstanding industry professional, don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate the work you’re proud of.

🗓️ **Submissions close Friday, July 31 at 11:59 PM.**
🔗 Link in bio / https://www.nace.net/chapters/houston/awards

Still have questions? Send us a DM or email [email protected] — we’re happy to help!

We can’t wait to celebrate the incredible talent, creativity, and dedication that make Houston’s hospitality community so exceptional. 🏆✨

🌟 Behind every unforgettable event is someone who makes the magic happen.

Today we’re celebrating last year’s individual award recipients—the leaders, mentors, innovators, and dedicated professionals whose passion continues to inspire our Houston hospitality community. Their impact extends far beyond a single event, helping elevate our industry as a whole.

Know someone who deserves to be recognized... or maybe that’s you?

Now is the time to submit nominations for this year’s NACE Houston Awards Gala and shine a spotlight on the people making a difference every day.

🗓️ Award submissions close **Friday, July 31 at 11:59 PM.**
🔗 Link in bio / https://www.nace.net/chapters/houston/awards

Let’s celebrate the talent, heart, and dedication that make our industry extraordinary. 🏆💛

✨ Excellence deserves to be celebrated. ✨

Last year’s NACE Houston Awards Gala recognized the incredible companies, teams, and creative partners who continue to raise the bar for Houston’s hospitality and events industry. From unforgettable experiences to outstanding service, these winners represent the innovation, passion, and collaboration that make our community so special.

Could your company be next?

Award submissions for this year’s NACE Houston Awards Gala are officially open, and we’d love to celebrate the amazing work happening across our industry. Don’t let your team’s hard work go unnoticed!

🗓️ Submissions close **Friday, July 31 at 11:59 PM.**
🔗 Link in bio / https://www.nace.net/chapters/houston/awards

Submit your best work, cheer on your peers, and join us as we celebrate another incredible year of excellence. 🏆✨

Join us for August’s dinner program with speaker, Meredith Commender with Significant Events of Texas! ✨

In the Special Events Industry, we often struggle to be viewed as a legitimate group of professionals.

Are there behaviors that you exhibit in your business practices that lead colleagues and potential clients to view you as less professional than you see yourself?

In this session, we will examine common professionalism pitfalls that may be hampering the growth and success of your business.

🕊️ Early bird tickets end Friday, August 14
🎟️ Registration closes Tuesday, August 18

🔗 Link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/august-2026-program-professional-pitfalls-184277/

📍 The Houston Club
🚘 910 Louisiana St #4900, Houston, TX 77002
🗓️ Wednesday, August 19
⏰ 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm

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🤠 H-Town Getdown is back! 🤠

We’re excited to bring together the members of NACE Houston, ILEA Houston, MPI Houston Area Chapter, and AWP Houston for one of our favorite networking events of the year!

Join us for an evening of great conversations, new connections, delicious bites, and refreshing drinks alongside hospitality and event professionals from across the city. Whether you’re reconnecting with familiar faces or introducing yourself to someone new, H-Town Getdown is all about strengthening the relationships that make our industry thrive.

Come ready to expand your network—you never know who you’ll meet or where one conversation might lead.

We’re grateful to partner with organizations that share a passion for building community, supporting one another, and creating opportunities for collaboration. Together, we’re making Houston’s hospitality industry stronger, one connection at a time.

We can’t wait to see you there! 🍻✨

🔗 Link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/h-town-getdown-2026-187672/

📍 White Oak Music Hall
🚘 2915 N Main St, Houston, TX 77009
🗓️ Tuesday, August 18th
⏱️ 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm

✨ TICKETS ARE LIVE! FLASH SALE THROUGH THE WEEKEND! ✨ Ticket prices increase Monday, July 20. Sponsorship packages available.

Join us for our 2026 NACE Houston Awards Gala! 🏆

This year’s theme is inspired by Hollywood’s biggest night - but not in the way you might expect.

We’re moving away from the traditional red, black, and gold palette and instead embracing color, pattern, luxurious textures, dramatic lighting, and an elevated editorial feel. Think deep plums, merlot, velvet, candlelight, and all the glamour of a LA nightclub.

This event is about more than awards - it’s about celebrating the people who make our industry extraordinary and creating an unforgettable experience worthy of the talent in this room.

🎟️ Register today!
🔗 Link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/the-golden-nace-houston-awards-2026-184274/

📍 The Corinthian
🚘 202 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77002
🗓️ Tuesday, September 22nd
⏰ 5:30 pm to 11:00 pm

✨REGISTRATION CLOSES TOMORROW!✨ Our July program brings back one of our most popular formats: speed networking!

Designed with structured pods to keep conversations flowing, this high-energy event makes it easy to meet a wide range of industry peers in a short amount of time.

Expect quick rounds of meaningful introductions, plenty of new connections, and a fast-paced environment built for getting the most out of your networking.

It’s always one of our highest-turnout programs — don’t miss it!

📍 The Motorclub Events
🚘 4245 Richmond Ave Suite 575, Houston, TX 77027
🗓️ Wednesday, July 15th
⏰ 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm

🎟️ Registration will close Tuesday, July 14th at 5:00 pm

🔗 Link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/july-2026-program-speed-networking-181324/

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JUNE GALLERY IS IN 🤗 full gallery available to view on our facebook / link in bio

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