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Industry News & Trends We Think Matter

Last Updated 6/8/2026

Here’s our roundup of the industry news, insights and trends we think every event and festival professional should have on their radar this month.
Take a look at the stories making headlines and what they could mean for your organization, events and attendees.



Lightning Safety Guide for Sports and Special Events

Lightning Safety Guide 

How Visit Lauderdale’s Closing Carnival Curated an Authentic Americana Moment

Get a behind-the-scenes look at how Visit Lauderdale closed the largest travel trade show by evoking nostalgia in the name of America’s 250th anniversary.

Old West End Festival Tragic Incident - Toledo, Ohio

United States Travel and Public Event Safety Spotlighted After People Were Wounded Near Festival

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Reminder: Logo submissions are due this Friday, June 12 ... Logo submissions for the Southeast Festivals and Events Association 2027 Conference are due Friday, June 12.
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SFEA Summer Seminar - Chamblee, GA
Aug 13, 2026
9:30 AM EDT
3518 Broad Street
Chamblee, GA 30341
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SFEA Fall Seminar - Kingsport, TN
Sep 02, 2026
9:30 AM EDT
400 Clinchfield Street
Kingsport, TN 37660
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