Global Meetings Industry Day
APRIL 3, 2025
Meetings and events drive the travel and tourism industry in The Woodlands. As the Official Destination Marketing and Management Organization of The Woodlands, Visit The Woodlands takes the lead in advocating and spreading awareness of the importance of group travel to our local and regional economy.
ABOUT GMID
Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) is an international day of advocacy showcasing the undeniable value that business meetings, trade shows, incentive travel, exhibitions, conferences, and conventions bring to people, businesses, and communities. The industry will come together on April 3, 2025, to celebrate Global Meetings Industry Day and showcase why #MeetingsMatter to attendees, organizations, communities, businesses, and the local economy.

I had no idea how much meetings matter.
WE HEAR THAT A LOT
Economic Impact
THE WOODLANDS, TX
The Woodlands Township celebrates professionals who bring their business to this premier destination as well as the contributions they make to the community and local economy. Since 2024, more than 2,090 professional meetings and events have taken place in The Woodlands. This represents over 201,900 attendees, 127,000 hotel rooms utilized, and a modest estimate of $52.5 million in total room revenue.
MEET IN THE WOODLANDS
If your company has an annual conference or other large meetings throughout the year, you can bring them to The Woodlands. By doing so, you'll help create economic impact for the community and will be able to show that #MeetingsMatter. Contact Visit The Woodlands' sales team to learn more about their complimentary services.