When visitors come to Edmond, they shop, dine and play and pay sales tax that helps fund parks, streets and other amenities. Visitors who spend the night pay lodging tax which funds Visit Edmond to bring more conferences, tournaments and events and market Edmond as a destination. Every overnight brings an estimated additional $275 for food, transportation and shopping. National Travel and Tourism Week isn’t just about industry stats—it’s about celebrating the people and places behind the numbers. From hotel housekeepers and front desk teams to tour guides, restaurateurs, and event planners, travel touches every corner of our community.
Whether you’re road-tripping along Route 66, relaxing at Arcadia Lake, exploring downtown Edmond, or attending annual festivals like Arts Festival, Cycle 66, Heard on Hurd, Storybook Forest, and LibertyFest, your travel dollars are supporting local businesses, creating jobs, and strengthening our city.
Did You Know Edmond has:
- 13 Hotels
- 140 Vacation Homes
- 50 Creative Venues
- 27 Sports Facilities
Oklahoma's Travel & Hospitality Industry: By the Numbers
As we celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week #NTTW25, let’s take a look at how travel and tourism fuel Oklahoma’s economy and local communities:
Travel Industry at a Glance:
- $12.3 billion in travel spending across Oklahoma
- 108,270 travel-related jobs statewide
- $875.3 million in state & local tax revenue generated
- 24.2 million visitors choosing Oklahoma as a destination
- Hospitality ranks as the 3rd largest industry in the state
These numbers tell a powerful story—one of opportunity, growth, and the value of welcoming people to experience everything Oklahoma has to offer.
Join the Celebration
Let’s show our pride in the people and places that make visiting Edmond unforgettable. Help us by thanking the hospitality and tourism partners who make it all possible on your next visit to restaurants, retail stores and attractions. Share your stories, tag @VisitEdmond and support your favorite local spots. Celebrate big during #NTTW25, May 4–10, 2025.