Date and Time
Thursday Sep 3, 2026
10:00 AM - 1:30 PM CDT
Event Schedule
10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Optional Complimentary Educational Session
Nightlife Promotion Task Force
11:00 – Noon
Registration & Networking
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Welcome, Luncheon & Annual Presentations
Location
6161 West Grand Avenue
Gurnee, IL, 60031
United States
Fees/Admission
Individual Tickets: $65 per person - Includes the luncheon and complimentary educational session.
Sponsor Tables: $650 - Reserved table for 10 guests.
RSVP: 2026 Visit Lake County Annual Luncheon
Description
Join Visit Lake County for our 2026 Annual Luncheon at The Ten Hotel. This signature event brings together hospitality professionals, business leaders, elected officials, and community partners to celebrate tourism's impact and learn about the initiatives shaping Lake County's visitor economy.
Take advantage of this opportunity to network with industry colleagues, hear important tourism updates, and gain valuable insights into the future of hospitality in Illinois.
Keynote Speaker - Michael Jacobson, President & CEO of Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association (IHLA)
Michael Jacobson will provide an update on the current hospitality landscape, including legislative initiatives, industry trends, and key issues impacting Illinois' tourism and lodging industry.
