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ccc G R A P E V I N E ccc In Grapevine, your meeting feels com- posed and engaging. Scale is manageable and every detail designed to move easily. The Grapevine Convention Center offers approximately 117,000 sq. ft. of well- planned space, including a column-free ballroom for seamless flow between ses- sions, breakouts, and evening functions. Just minutes away, the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center offers more than 490,000 sq. ft. of meeting space and over 1,800 guestrooms, so you can scale your program without losing continuity. Along Historic Main Street, charming, preserved architecture, boutique shops, and local wineries create an ele- vated and approachable setting. Attendees can move easily between selected experiences, whether that's gallery exploration or a slower-paced planned evening. Host a tasting along the Urban Wine Trail, design a themed event aboard the Grapevine Vintage Railroad, or incorporate the heritage of Nash Farm into your program for a sense of connection and place. Nearby Lake Grapevine adds a natural counterpoint, where outdoor activities and lakeside settings offer space to reset and reconnect. North Texas history and regional Juneteenth traditions add texture to your agenda and pro- vide context without disrupting the destination's easy flow. Spa services at the Gaylord Texan Resort, along with hiking, biking, and paddleboarding nearby, allow your attendees to find balance. Evenings offer wine bars, live music, chef-driven dining, all within a walkable district that encourages connection. For corporate retreats, associations, and incentive groups, Grapevine offers something quietly powerful. Your meeting stays focused, your attendees stay engaged, and the experience unfolds with a kind of effortless precision that makes everyone feel well cared for. www.grapevinetexasusa.com or (817) 410-3185 reset that gives your agenda accessible breathing room. In Fort Worth, connection comes naturally. The Omni Fort Worth Hotel, across from the convention center, gives you 618 rooms and amenities like a rooftop pool and full-service spa. It's a short walk to the Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel in Sundance Square that adds 504 rooms and more meeting capacity in the heart of the city's social core. Once your attendees step into downtown, Sundance Square's 37-block district creates a natural transition from meet- ings to experiences. Restaurants, performance venues, and nightlife are all within easy reach. Fort Worth's Cultural District brings together major museums, Dickies Arena, Will Rogers Memorial Center, the Fort Worth Botanic Garden, and the zoo in a beautiful and comfortable setting. If you're building culturally grounded experiences, Historic Southside offers depth, supported by the Lenora Rolla Heritage Center Museum and the future National Juneteenth Museum. Or you could lean into the city's identity: the Stockyards deliver a distinctive Texas flavor to programming, with Billy Bob's Texas offering large-scale entertainment and the nearby 81 Club accommodating private events. Choose your pace for the evenings. Sundance Square offers a centered, polished vibe. West 7th reveals a livelier scene. The Stockyards bring music, neon, and a sense of history. For quieter moments, the Fort Worth Water Gardens, Botanic Garden, and Trinity Trails offer restful space. Fort Worth works best when you want something grounded and real. A place where logistics are easy, the welcome feels genuine, and every part of the experience carries a distinctive sense of place. B M & T ••• May/June 2026 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 23 ccc T E X A S G O L D S P E C I A L A D V E R T I S I N G S E C T I O N ccc ccc Grapevine Convention Center