Hospitality Gala 2026
The 2026 Hospitality Gala is a black‑tie fundraiser hosted by the Central Florida Hotel Lodging Association on Saturday, December 12, 2026, at the Hilton Orlando (6001 Destination Pkwy). The evening runs from 6:00 pm to 11:30 pm and features the presentation of the CFHLA Allied Member, Engineer Member, and Lodging Member of the Year awards, plus the Charles Andrews Award for Community Leadership. Proceeds support the CFHLA Foundation, a 501(c)(3). Sponsors and corporate partners are highlighted throughout the event. Attendees can enjoy entertainment, a holiday cash raffle ($4,000 prize), and an online auction. Tickets cost $50, with a $4,000 cash raffle entry, and a collection drive for new sneakers and socks is also promoted. Formal black‑tie attire is required; registration is handled via email seating assignments.
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Venue Map and Hotels Around
Orlando - Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, Florida, USA