OHI has officially released the agenda for OHCE 2026, the Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo. This event brings together campground owners, operators, suppliers and industry leaders for five days of practical education, business-building strategies, networking and celebration in Fort Worth, Texas. The conference takes place Nov. 9-11, with pre- and post-conference programming extending from Nov. 8 through Nov. 12.
Whether you’re entering the outdoor hospitality industry, leading an established operation, managing day-to-day park operations or looking for fresh ideas to strengthen your business, OHCE 2026 offers practical education designed to meet you where you are, the association said.
With more than 40 educational sessions, attendees can build a personalized agenda based on their role, experience level, park size, interests and business goals. This year’s program covers the topics shaping the future of outdoor hospitality — from AI and emerging technology to revenue growth, finance, leadership, marketing, guest experience and operational excellence — delivering proven strategies and actionable tools attendees can put to work immediately. Here are just a few examples:
- Curious about how AI is changing search? Search Everywhere: Winning Visibility in the AI Era
- Need to understand the new RV electrical code and what it means for your park? Ground Monitor Interrupters (GMI): What Every Campground Needs To Know About the New RV Electrical Code
- Wondering if your rates reflect the experience you’re delivering? Would You Pay Your Own Rates? An Interactive Workshop on Elevating the Guest Experience and Increasing Revenue
- Looking to strengthen your social media presence? Social Media Made Simple: Where To Start and What to Post
- Want to use AI to save time and improve operations? AI That Works: Practical Tools to Save Time and Elevate the Guest Experience
- Looking to better understand your business performance? Know Your Numbers: 3 Key Performance Indicators That Drive Campground Profitability
- Already using AI and ready to take your search strategy to the next level? Get Found First: An Advanced AI Search Everywhere Optimization (SEOx) Workshop
- Building a stronger team and culture? Building Dynamic Teams: Why Great People Outperform Great Systems
“We built this year’s education lineup to help campground owners and operators solve real business challenges,” said Renata Winters, OHI’s director of projects & member programs. “Every session is designed to deliver practical ideas attendees can apply immediately. Whether it’s increasing profitability, leading stronger teams, embracing AI or improving the guest experience, the focus is on strategies that make a real difference.”
Beyond the classroom, OHCE creates opportunities to connect, celebrate and strengthen the outdoor hospitality community.
Highlights include the Awards of Excellence Luncheon, recognizing innovation and outstanding achievement across parks of all sizes; the Diamonds & Denim Welcome Reception, celebrating OHI’s 60th birthday with an evening of networking, entertainment, Texas-sized hospitality and armadillo races; and the Trends & Insights Panel, where industry leaders explore the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of outdoor hospitality.
This year, the OHCE Expo features more exhibit hours than ever before, giving attendees additional time to explore the latest products and services, meet with industry suppliers and partners, and participate in Hosted Buyer Meetings. With breakfast, lunch, receptions, and networking events included throughout the conference, attendees will have countless opportunities to build meaningful industry relationships.
The event officially concludes with the Neon Rodeo closing reception, where attendees will celebrate a successful conference with dinner, live music, line dancing, a mechanical bull, roping and even a Texas Longhorn!
On Thursday, Nov. 12, the post-event experience includes an OHCE Take Away Tour (additional fee applies), offering an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at two standout Texas properties: Camp Quitcherbichin (Camp QYB) in Runaway Bay and The Vineyards Campground & Cabins in Grapevine. Attendees will hear directly from park owners and staff about the strategies and decisions driving their success. Transportation, lunch and an optional airport shuttle are included.
