Here is a list of the ORA's and OHF events in the calendar year. To look for OHF events, scroll to find the events listed with the OHF logo. Please contact the ORA office for any questions about our events!

Hirst Hospitality Awards | November 6, 2023
Summit Club, Tulsa

This annual event pays tribute to the backbone of the restaurant industry - the restaurant employees and features individual industry recognitions and a featured Vintner. Attendance is limited to 200 people. ​

Call Lacey Pierson at 405 - 942 -8181 for more information

An OHF Event

HospitAbilities Certification Days
Nov. 30, 2023 | Francis Tuttle Technology Center, Oklahoma City
April 4, 2024 | Francis Tuttle Technology Center, Oklahoma City

In both fall and spring semesters, students from across Oklahoma are provided an opportunity to showcase their learned skills and are evaluated in 15+ industry competencies. Industry volunteers assist with these events each semester.

Contact Roberta Helsey at 405 - 942 - 8181 for more information.

ORA Annual Meeting | Feb. 6, 2024
Location TBD 

ORA members assemble to discuss important year long strategy and vote on next years course of action.

Ben E Keith Co. presents the Oklahoma ProStart Student Invitational 
Feb. 22, 2024 | Meridian Technology Center - Oklahoma City 

ProStart students from across Oklahoma compete in Culinary and Restaurant Management and represent their high school or Career Technology Center as they showcase their skills and talents to Oklahoma's industry leaders, judges and chefs.

An OHF Event

TulsaFest
April 2, 2024 |Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Tulsa Metro Area

TulsaFest is an annual members-only event featuring exciting educational programming from top speakers both inside and outside of the restaurant industry. This event also hosts our board of directors meeting, a keynote speaker during lunch, and our celebration of Key Club Partners. ​

Hospitality Day & "A Tasteful Affair" Legislative Reception
April 16, 2024 | Embassy Suites Hotel Medical Downtown, Oklahoma City

It's that time of year to celebrate and showcase what makes the Oklahoma Hospitality Industry so special and the impact it has on the state of Oklahoma. The day will begin with Hospitality Day at the Oklahoma State Capitol where we begin with an issue briefing and private addresses by legislative leadership, before visiting with our state officials.

​Following Hospitality Day, the Oklahoma Restaurant Association, Oklahoma Hotel & Lodging Association, and Oklahoma Travel Industry Association are excited to invite you to join us for our, “A Tasteful Affair” Legislative Reception presented by a number of ORA member restaurants and craft brewers. 

Odyssey de Culinaire 
July TBD 2024 | Tulsa, River Spirit Casino Resort
July TBD 2024 | OKC, Skirvin Hilton Hotel

Hosted in both Tulsa and Oklahoma City, this annual event includes great wines and an amazing five-course dinner created by Chefs and Oklahoma ProStart culinary students. It's two nights filled with fun, friends, and amazing food and wine! 

An OHF Event

ORA Expo
Aug. 28 - 29, 2024 | Oklahoma City Convention Center 

Join us for the biggest event of the year! Discover the newest products, latest innovations, and hottest trends in food and beverage services at the ORA Expo. This annual event attracts thousands of attendees and hundreds of exhibitors while showcasing products from top manufacturers of food, equipment, and hospitality suppliers.

Thirst for a Cause 
Aug. TBD, 2024 | Petroleum Club Event Center, Oklahoma City 

This annual event started in 2009, raises funds to help with urgent medical expenses for members of Oklahoma's hospitality industry. Through our non-profit the Oklahoma Hospitality Foundation, we are able to give something back to the hard-working employees of independent restaurants and country clubs. ​

An OHF Event

ORA Golf Classic
Sept. 30, 2024 | Quail Creek Golf & Country Club

Join other members from the industry for a day of fun on the course including all sorts of great prizes, hole activities, and a chance to participate in our prize-winning putt-off which could land you in the finals where you compete to win an exciting trip to a well-known golf resort. 

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