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July 2023 Events at Austin Convention Center Include RTX, NACo, and Dream Conventions

July 6, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas – Three events are scheduled at the Austin Convention Center for July 2023, including RTX Austin, the National Association of Counties Annual Conference and Expo, and the Anime & Gaming Dream Convention, along with one private business event.

From July 7-9, RTX Austin 2023 is scheduled at the Austin Convention Center. This three-day event supported by Rooster Teeth offers entertainment personalities that bring together podcasting, gaming, and animation panels, including live shows and cosplay experiences.

The National Association of Counties (NACo) has scheduled its 2023 Annual Conference and Exposition at the Austin Convention Center from July 21-24. As one of the largest meetings of county elected and appointed officials from across the country, the conference brings together participants to shape NACo’s policies and agendas through meetings and workshops. It also aims to share proven practices, provide networking opportunities and address resident and county government topics.

Dream Con 2023, an anime and gaming convention, is scheduled at the Austin Convention Center from June 28-30. Celebrating its 5th Anniversary, the convention celebrates pop culture, comics, art, cosplay, and music through tournaments, crew battles, panels, meet & greets, and concerts.

The Austin Convention Center and Palmer Events Center are operated by the Austin Convention Center Department (ACCD), a division of the City of Austin. The monthly event schedule for the Austin Convention Center can be accessed at www.austinconventioncenter.com/events.

For more information contact:

Derick Hackett, Senior Public Information Specialist

512.404.4021 or derick.hackett@austintexas.gov

Terri McBride, Public Information and Marketing Manager

512.404.4020 or terri.mcbride@austintexas.gov