Entertainment & Spouse Programs

Opening Night Cocktail Reception – Under the Stars in the Plaza
Wednesday, May 4th, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Our opening night reception embraces the laidback ambience and casual elegance of the early Spanish mission culture of Southern California. We will celebrate and reconnect with cocktails and an amazing variety of delicious hors d’oeuvres in the center plaza of the La Costa Resort amidst the lush flowers, palm trees, music, and Spanish-tiled architecture of Old World Spain. A “casual chic” attire would be perfect for our opening cocktail reception, but evenings can be cool in May, with cool Pacific Ocean breezes, so a sweater or long sleeves would suit you well for our reception under the stars.

Tradeshow Reception
Thursday, May 5th, 5:30 – 7:30 pm
On Thursday, our cocktail reception heads indoors, allowing ample time for socializing and exploring our Tradeshow, replete with the latest and greatest our industry suppliers have to offer resorts. Following the tradeshow, dinner plans can be made in the neighboring community of Encinitas, a charming beach enclave known for its great cuisine, ornamental flower gardens, and one of California’s classic, old downtowns.

The Final Night Gala Party in the Grand Ballroom
Thursday, May 6th, 7:00 – 10:00 pm
We close our convention with a Southern California-themed bang. Anything goes here in trend-setting California — from drinks to food to attire. We will showcase fantastic, California-inspired cuisine at tasting stations and open bars throughout the ballroom for dinner. Our gala will feature the music, light, and colors of Southern California, resonating with a classic rhythm and blues band.