Cvent CONNECT Draws Thousands of Event Professionals, Marketers and Hoteliers to San Antonio, Announces Nashville as Host City for 2026

With heightened interest in unique destinations, Cvent leans into new locales to celebrate the powerful combination of local influence and experiences to deliver more impactful events

San Antonio, TX and Nashville, TN - June 12, 2025 - Cvent, a global industry-leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, announced that its 2026 customer and industry conference, Cvent CONNECT, will be hosted in Nashville, Tennessee, from July 13-16. Following two successful years in San Antonio, Texas, the conference has continued to grow and is expected to see increased interest in 2026, due to its new location. In its two years in San Antonio, Cvent CONNECT brought an estimated $13M direct economic impact to the city. With its highly influential audience of event professionals, marketers, and hoteliers, Cvent CONNECT often drives sustained economic value for host cities - sparking increased interest, tourism, and future event bookings long after the conference concludes.

Cvent CONNECT is one of the leading event and hospitality technology conferences in the world, bringing together thousands of event professionals, marketers and hoteliers to network with their peers, explore cutting-edge technology and learn actionable strategies to accelerate event ROI and boost group business revenue. Registration for Cvent CONNECT 2026 is available here.

"As one of the top conferences in the meetings, events and hospitality space, we understand the importance of providing this discerning audience with an unforgettable experience," said Rachel Andrews, Senior Director, Global Meetings & Events at Cvent. "We're incredibly grateful to the team at Visit San Antonio for their unwavering support and hospitality over the last two years and we're excited for what's next in 2026. As a long-time Top Meeting Destination, Nashville's vibrant culture, rich musical heritage, exceptional hotels, and unique event venues make it the perfect backdrop for our conference. We're thrilled to start planning next year's event and can't wait to welcome our thousands of attendees to explore a new city and enjoy all that Nashville has to offer."

"We're thrilled to welcome Cvent CONNECT to Nashville in 2026," said Deana Ivey, President and CEO, Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. "There's no greater endorsement of our city's appeal for meetings than hosting thousands of the industry's top planners. This is an invaluable opportunity for us to showcase our new offerings, diverse venues, seamless citywide experience, and the authentic hospitality that makes Nashville a standout destination. We look forward to forging new partnerships and inspiring future business. We are confident that Cvent CONNECT 2026 will leave attendees inspired and eager to return."

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