IPW Event Location
Below is a preliminary schedule (times subject to change). Details will be added as they are confirmed. Unless otherwise noted, all events will be held at the Henry B. González Convention Center (900 E. Market Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205).
IPW management is dedicated to ensuring attendees a safe and productive environment. The 5-day event will follow protocols and regulations set forth by the CDC, state and local governments and the Henry B. González Convention Center. Guidelines based on the latest protocols will be updated in advance of IPW.
Saturday,
May 20, 2023
Booth Set-Up
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Registration / Press Room Hours
8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Destination Experiences Registration Desk
8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Ad Hoc Meetings, Brand Activations
Varies
Destination Experiences for Buyers
Times Vary
Destination Experiences Depart from the Henry B. González Convention Center.
Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the tour departure time to check-in.
Chairman’s Circle Honors
Evening
By Invitation Only
Sunday,
May 21, 2023
Booth Set-Up
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Registration / Press Room Hours
8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Destination Experiences Registration Desk
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Tourism Cares Volunteer Opportunity
9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Start off IPW by pairing business with purpose, volunteering and education. Learn more.
IPW Press Brunch and Tours
9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Open only to registered journalists.
Tours depart directly from the press brunch at 11:30 a.m. and return to the convention center by 5 p.m.
Brand USA
Brand USA Global Trends and Market Intelligence
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Destination Experiences for Buyers
Times Vary
Destination Experiences Depart from the Henry B. González Convention Center.
Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the tour departure time to check-in.
Visit San Antonio
Opening Event
7:00-9:30 p.m.
Viva San Antonio!
Get into the San Antonio spirit at historic La Villita with an exclusive grand Fiesta that reflects San Antonio's past, present and future.
Monday,
May 22, 2023
Registration Hours
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Press Room Hours
8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Brand USA
Media Breakfast and Press Conference
8:00-8:45 a.m.
Open only to registered journalists
Networking Session, Marketing & Technology Pavilion, and Open Appointments
8:30-9:50 a.m.
IPW Focus
9:00 a.m.-3:50 p.m.
Education Opportunities (located on show floor).
Learn More about the IPW Focus sessions.
Brand USA Media Marketplace
9:00 a.m.-4:20 p.m.
Open only to registered journalists and exhibitors who purchased the Media Marketplace Package.
Business Appointments
10:00 a.m.-4:15 p.m.
Brand USA
Lunch
12:30-1:45 p.m.
Networking Session, Marketing & Technology Pavilion, and Open Appointments
4:15-5:15 p.m.
Brand USA Media Marketplace Reception
4:30-5:30 p.m.
Open only to registered journalists and Media Marketplace participants.
Visit San Antonio
Festival Del Rio
Parade starts at 8:00 p.m.
All are invited to Festival Del Rio! A special illuminated parade and live entertainment will take over the River Walk in IPW's honor. Make your plans for pre-parade dining along the River Walk, and arrive early to ensure special parade route seating.
Tuesday,
May 23, 2023
Registration Hours
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Press Room Hours
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Networking Session, Marketing & Technology Pavilion, and Open Appointments
8:30-9:50 a.m.
U.S. Travel Association
Press Conference
8:30-9:15 a.m.
Open only to registered journalists
IPW Focus
9:00 a.m.-3:50 p.m.
Education Opportunities (located on show floor).
Learn More about the IPW Focus sessions.
Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau
Press Conference
9:30-9:50 a.m.
Open only to registered journalists
Discover Puerto Rico
Press Conference
10:00-10:20 a.m.
Open only to registered journalists
Business Appointments
10:00 a.m.-4:15 p.m.
New Orleans & Company
Press Conference
10:30-10:50 a.m.
Open only to registered journalists
Fort Myers - Islands, Beaches & Neighborhoods
Press Conference
11:00-11:20 a.m.
Open only to registered journalists
Lunch
12:30-1:45 p.m.
Networking Session, Marketing & Technology Pavilion, and Open Appointments
4:15-5:15 p.m.
Wednesday,
May 24, 2023
Registration Hours
8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Press Room Hours
8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Networking Session, Marketing & Technology Pavilion, and Open Appointments
8:30-9:50 a.m.
IPW Focus
9:00 a.m.-3:50 p.m.
Education Opportunities (located on show floor).
Learn More about the IPW Focus sessions.
Visit Austin
Press Conference
9:30-9:50 a.m.
Open only to registered journalists
Washington DC/Destination DC
Press Conference
10:00-10:20 a.m.
Open only to registered journalists
Business Appointments
10:00 a.m.-4:15 p.m.
Visit California
Press Conference
10:30-10:50 a.m.
Open only to registered journalists
Visit Orlando (past host city)
Press Conference
11:00-11:20 a.m.
Open only to registered journalists
Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board (future host city)
Press Conference
11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Open only to registered journalists
Lunch
12:30-1:45 p.m.
Networking Session, Marketing & Technology Pavilion, and Open Appointments
4:15-5:00 p.m.
American Express
$10,000 Buyer Prize Drawing
4:20 p.m.
All registered (in-person) international and domestic buyers are eligible; however you must be present during the drawing to win.
Booth Teardown
5:00-6:30 p.m.
Travel Texas
Closing Event
6:30-10:00 p.m.
Let's Texas at the Alamo presented by the title sponsor Travel Texas takes over the iconic Alamo for a closing event as big as Texas!
Thursday,
May 25, 2023
Booth Teardown
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.