IHF Announces Venue & Dates for 2026 Annual Conference

The Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) has announced initial details of its 2026 Annual Conference, traditionally one of the most important dates on the domestic and inbound tourism industry calendar.

The IHF will host its Annual Conference at the Gleneagle Hotel & INEC, Killarney, Co. Kerry on Monday 23rd and Tuesday 24th February 2026.

More than 300 hotel and guesthouse owners/managers from across Ireland will gather at the Gleneagle Hotel & Arena for the conference, discussing the opportunities and challenges facing Ireland’s tourism and hospitality industry in 2026 and beyond.

A full agenda will be circulated closer to the conference. Topics of discussion will include Engaging Gen Z , Navigating the Future of Hospitality, Trends & AI, Global Developments and Tourism Outlook.

Closing the conference, actor and musician Martin Kemp will join broadcaster Claire Brock in conversation for candid look back at some of his most memorable experiences, hardships, and life learnings.