Predicting Short-Term Hospitality Staffing Surges in 2024
The hospitality industry isn’t always consistent. There are inevitably going to be certain times of the year where you experience a lull in business, and others where there is a surge. Managing the different staffing demands of these times is critical to delivering the exceptional experience your guests deserve.
Below is a rundown of some of the major events being held in some of the markets served by Xclusive Services. These events may indicate a likely surge in business that will require additional staffing. If you need short-term staffing assistance for your hospitality business, Xclusive Services has you covered. We can provide the high-quality hospitality staff you need on short notice to help you navigate any spikes in business you may be experiencing.
If your city isn’t listed in this rundown, we encourage you to do a little research to identify events that could signal a potential surge in business. This will help you get ahead of your additional staffing needs to ensure these high-volume times of year run as smoothly as possible.
Potential Hospitality Staffing Surges in Atlanta
Atlanta is one of the largest and most vibrant cities in the south, and there is no shortage of events attracting visitors to the area. We’ve identified the following events as times to keep on your radar for potential staffing surges. Keep in mind that this list is by no means exhaustive. There may be specific events that aren’t on this list which may impact your business as well. We recommend looking at your booking history for the past few years to identify any other occasions which may trigger a spike in guests at your hotel.
Georgia Food + Wine Festival (March 22-24, 2024) – This annual event features some of the finest food and wines from across the state and often attracts a large gathering.
Atlanta Summer Beer Fest (June 17, 2024) – This popular beer festival features selections from local breweries as well as some of the most high-profile breweries in the entire southeast region.
Dragon Con (August 29-September 2024) – This convention draws a large gathering of science fiction, gaming and fantasy fans from around the world, and should be on every hotel’s radar.
Atlanta Food & Wine Festival (September 13-15, 2024) – Another popular festival attracting foodies and wine afficionados from around the region.
Atlanta Film Festival (November 28-December 28, 2024) – This month-long film festival is one of the largest in the region. It’s also held during the holidays, which may mean a peak hotel occupancy time of year experiences an even greater surge in volume.
Potential Hospitality Staffing Surges in Orlando
As home to Disney World, tourism is always a major component to the Orlando economy. However, there are a variety of local events throughout the year which can cause an even larger influx of visitors. Make sure to keep the following events on your radar as you’re planning for your staffing needs this year.
Central Florida Fair (Feb 29-March 10, 2024) – This annual event brings over 200,000 people to the Orlando area to enjoy a variety of attractions, including rides, games, live music and livestock exhibitions. Expect to need additional staffing during this event.
Arnold Palmer Invitational (March 4-10, 2024) – Every spring, Orlando hosts one of the signature PGA tour events of the year, drawing over 140,000 visitors. The Arnold Palmer Invitational overlaps with the Central Florida Fair, so expect to be at capacity this week.
Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival (March 15-17, 2024) – This is one of the oldest, largest and most prestigious outdoor art festivals in the country. The festival draws over 250,000 visitors each year, so local hotels should expect a spike in guests this weekend.
Spring Fiesta in the Park (April 6-7, 2024) – This event is a family favorite, as hundreds of artist booths and craft booths surround Lake Eola Park. The annual Spring Fiesta draws about 100,000 people, so expect out-of-town guests from around the state to cause a spike in hotel occupancy.
Potential Hospitality Staffing Surges in Denver
Located right at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Denver is a popular tourist destination year-round. However, there are also many large events that cause a spike in the number of out-of-town visitors. The following events should be on your hotel’s radar.
Colfax Marathon (May 18-19, 2024) – This is the largest marathon weekend in the Rocky Mountain region. With roughly 20,000 runners expected to compete, local hotels should expect a surge in business.
FAN EXPO (July 4-7, 2024) – Denver’s largest pop culture convention draws fans of comics, sci-fi, anime, gaming and cosplay from around the region. Attendance for this event typically exceeds 100,000 people and it falls on July 4th weekend, so this could potentially be a very high-volume week at your hotel.
Great American Beer Festival (October 10-12, 2024) – Denver is home to the country’s largest beer festival. This is always one of the busiest weekends of the year for hotels.
Potential Hospitality Staffing Surges in Dallas
Dallas is the leading business and financial center in the Southwest, making it a major destination for tourists and individuals traveling for work. The following events should be on your radar, as they may result in a surge of out-of-town guests that will require additional staffing at your hotel.
North Texas Auto Show (February 22-25, 2024) – The North Texas Auto Show is one of the largest auto expos in the Southwest. The event typically draws over 385,000 attendees, and many of them are from out of town. Expect higher numbers of visitors at your hotel this weekend.
North Texas Irish Festival (March 1-3, 2024) – Held at Fair Park in Dallas, the North Texas Irish Festival packs in a weekend of all things Irish, including live music, dance, food, sheepherding, and many other festivities. This popular event draws over 60,000 guests each year.
Total Solar Eclipse (April 6-8, 2024) – We’re getting a total solar eclipse on April 8, and the southeastern suburbs of Dallas will be in the path of totality. There’s a good possibility this event will draw a significant number of out-of-town visitors.
EarthX (April 22-26, 2024) – EarthX is the largest Earth Day-related event in the world, drawing over 175,000 visitors each year. Make sure your staffing levels are prepared for this surge in business.
Potential Hospitality Staffing Surges in Houston
As the largest city in Texas and the fourth largest city in the country, Houston ranks as a premium destination for travelers. Hotels are typically busy year-round, but there are certain events that can cause a surge in occupancy that may require additional short-term staffing. The following events should be on your radar.
World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest (February 22-24, 2024) – More than 250 teams compete in this world-class BBQ competition that typically draws over 200,000 people per year.
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (February 27-March 17, 2024) – The BBQ contest leads right into the Livestock Show and Rodeo, so hotels should expect a surge in occupancy throughout this nearly month-long period. This is the largest event of the year in Houston, drawing roughly 2.5 million people annually.
Houston Open (March 25-31, 2024) – This is one of the premier events on the PGA tour calendar each year. The tournament typically draws about 125,000 people, so expect a need for additional staffing at your hotel this week.
Xclusive Services Can Help You Manage Short-Term Staffing Surges at Your Hotel
Managing short-term hotel staffing surges can be challenging and create headaches for your management team. Often, it’s easier to outsource this important task to a dedicated staffing partner. At Xclusive Services, we can ensure you have the proper staffing levels to manage these brief spikes in business.
Xclusive provides staffing solutions for a wide range of hospitality positions. We have locations throughout the country and can assist in any city where we have a presence. Our team provides line level (hourly/entry and skilled level) staff, and our managers are always available to support the recruitment, placement and partnership management of the staff we supply.
You’ll benefit from our Xclusive Excellence™ commitment, giving you peace of mind that the staff we provide will be highly qualified and be able to jump right into your operations with minimal direction. We carefully vet our staff and only work with seasoned hospitality industry workers who are committed to delivering the exceptional customer service your guests deserve.
With our Xclusive Excellence™ commitment, you’ll receive:
High quality staff on short notice
Managers available 24/7 to assist you with any issue that may arise
Assistance from our team on all legal compliance matters, including all paperwork, for the staff we provide
At Xclusive, we’re here to be your dedicated hospitality staffing partner. Whether you need short-term help to address a brief staffing surge due to a large event, assistance with seasonal staffing solutions or would simply prefer to outsource all of your staffing needs, we can provide the high quality hospitality staff your business needs.
