Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Tourism Conventions Bring in Dollars to Locals


Things really get moving this month in Owatonna as three of the largest conventions in Owatonna return to the Four Season Center.

The Farm & Power Show returns for their fifth year after moving the show from downtown Minneapolis. The outstate setting has created easier access for show exhibitors and participants. However, there is a continual challenge they face in Owatonna, not enough space. Each year show organizers tell us they could fill another building full of exhibitors.

On March 13-15 the Deer & Turkey Expo returns for their third year in Owatonna. This show is for all those outdoor enthusiasts that hunt whitetail deer, turkey, other big game, waterfowl and upland birds and small game.

To round out the month, the KOWZ Home & Recreation show fills the former ice rink and brings close to 8,000 people through their doors.

This year in June, Owatonna will host the Firefighters Convention. This event typically brings 500+ firefighters from across the state to town for training and fun. It will fill hotels here and in surrounding communities.

Each of these events are big boosters to the local economy. They fill the hotels, increase restaurant patrons, utilize the convenience stores and more. Be ready to great our guests and encourage their return to Owatonna to Discover our Faces and Places.

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