Black Travel Summit 2027
DESTINATION COMING SOON
Postponed Until Further Notice due to Hurricane Milton
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
October 15th – October 18th
Baird Center
Renaissance: Rebirth.Renew.Reclaim a tribute to rebirth, resilience, and the enduring spirit of Black creativity.
Rooted in the legacy of Milwaukee’s historic Bronzeville and inspired by the cultural renaissances that have shaped Black identity across the globe, this year’s theme celebrates the power of travel, art, and enterprise to connect communities and reimagine the future. From local streets to global stages, Renaissance: Rebirth.Renew.Reclaim illuminates how the echoes of history can inspire a new era of movement, innovation, and collective restoration.
REGISTER NOW! PRICES INCREASING SOON!
Black Travel Summit 2025
we are going to Brazil
Postponed Until Further Notice due to Hurricane Milton
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
November 13th – November 16th
November 13th – November 16th
Book Your Hotel Stay
hotel only
Summit Pass Not Included
What's Included
Accommodation / Lodging
Does not include passes to any of the listed events. Choose from several options. *Subject to availability.*
Accommodation / Lodging
Hotel stay at the Grand Hyatt Rio. Choose your check-in and checkout dates between November 8-17. *Last day to book is October 27, 2025, subject to availability.*
BTS Guest Perks
Discounted room rates
Cut-off
Room blocks close soon—September 15, September 22, or while availability lasts.
Starting at
$127+ per person
(starting price based on double
occupancy per night)
(starting price based on double occupancy per night)
Register For Your Pass
Practitioner/Traveler Passes
Access to Summit
If you’re an independent travel advisor, tour operator, entrepreneur, content creator, other professional, traveler, or aspiring professional wanting to get started, scale your brand, or network with brands and others, one of our Practitioner/Traveler Passes is for you.
*Passes are non-refundable*
Wavelength for content creators (must apply) • Expo • Opening Reception • Wellness class • Breakfast • Keynote and Speaker Series • Lunch • P/T Breakouts • Black Travel Awards Gala • Competitions • Appointments • Closing Reception
Summit Pass
$350
Corporate Passes
If you’re an ally, part of a DMO, brand, association, or other industry professional wanting to increase your diversity efforts, create authentic engagement with the Black travel community, grow within your company as Black professional, or connect with creators, advisors, and entrepreneurs, one of our Corporate Passes is for you.
*Passes are non-refundable*
VIP Reception (weekend passholders only) • Expo • Opening Reception • Wellness class • Breakfast • Keynote and Speaker Series • Lunch • Corp & P/T Breakouts • Black Travel Awards Gala • BTS Competitions • Appointments • Closing Reception
Summit Pass
$350
REGISTER INTEREST
Additional passes will be launched throughout the year.
Please register your interest here so we can reach out directly once additional passes launch.
Summit Pass
$350
Local Passes
If you are a local Milwaukee resident or looking for a way to be involved in the summit in a limited capacity, these passes are created with you top of mind.
• Expo & Opening Reception
• Sold out
• Closing Reception
• Sold out
*Passes are non-refundable*
Black Travel Film Festival Pass
The Black Travel Film Festival is a pioneering event dedicated to amplifying the voices and perspectives of Black travel creators and visionaries on the global Black travel movement.
The first of its kind, candidates are awarded through 3 categories and selected by a myriad of judges who represent the Black travel and film communities.
*Passes are non-refundable*
Student Pass
If you’re a secondary school, junior college, or university-level student and interested in a career in travel and tourism, this pass is for you! This event will give you the opportunity to hear from successful travel advisors, tour operators, entrepreneurs, and content creators, on getting started!
*Passes are non-refundable*
Expo • Opening • Saturday day sessions, excluding the gala
Summit Pass
$350
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Passes
Summit passes are non-refundable. However, passes can be transferred until September 15th.
Hotel booking
Group discounted rates are eligible until October 31, 2024. After this date, guests will need to book public rates, which are not discounted.
Future of Black Tourism Leadership Conclave
Tickets for FOBT (October 11) are sold separately. Apply now at futureofblacktourism.com
Purchase your summit pass to get 10% off! Discount code shared after purchase of the Corporate/Practitioner Pass.
Must email [email protected] with registration confirmation email for unique discount code.