THE FOLLOWING IS A DANVILLE AREA CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU RELEASE
Danville, IL – May 15, 2025 – The Illinois Destinations Association (IDA) is excited to announce that Danville, Illinois has been selected as the host city for the Fall 2025 IDA Membership Meeting, taking place October 14-16, 2025. This annual gathering brings together destination marketing professionals, tourism leaders, and community stakeholders from across the state to collaborate, learn, and celebrate the power of Illinois tourism.
Located in East Central Illinois, Danville offers a unique blend of historic charm, cultural vibrancy, and natural beauty. From its revitalized downtown and scenic riverfront to its thriving arts scene and welcoming community, Danville is the perfect setting for this year’s meeting theme: “Rooted in Community, Growing Through Collaboration.”
“We are honored to welcome our colleagues from across Illinois to Danville,” said Rickey Williams, Mayor of Danville. “This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase our city’s progress and hospitality, and to highlight the role tourism plays in strengthening local economies.”
The Fall Meeting will feature:
⦁ Keynote speakers from across the tourism and hospitality industry
⦁ Workshops and breakout sessions on destination marketing, community engagement, and tourism trends
⦁ Events at Danville’s attractions, David S Palmer Arena, Fischer Theatre, The WallDogs, Danville Stadium and Casino to name a few
⦁ Networking events designed to foster collaboration and innovation
⦁ Sponsorships are available. Please reach out to the DAVB for Sponsorship information and benefits.
“As President of the Illinois Destinations Association, I’m thrilled that we’ll be gathering in Danville for our Fall Membership Meeting. Danville’s commitment to tourism, its unique attractions, and the warm hospitality of the Danville Area CVB make it the perfect setting for meaningful conversations and collaboration among our statewide tourism leaders. We’re excited to shine a spotlight on Danville’s momentum and share with industry peers all the ways this community is making a name for itself in Illinois tourism.”
Registration will start in early summer. For more information, visit www.ildestinations.org.
