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Canal Convergence drew about 130,000 visitors in 2024; organizers preview 'Showtime' for 2025
Summary
Jennifer Gill told the commission Canal Convergence 2024 saw roughly 130,000 attendees, 4,000 workshop participants and broad press/social reach; she previewed Canal Convergence 2025 with a 'Showtime' theme, larger installations and more live performance.
Jennifer Gill reviewed Canal Convergence 2024 to the Tourism Development Commission on Aug. 19, saying the waterfront event (Nov. 8–17) attracted just over 130,000 visitors and hosted more than 4,000 workshop attendees. She said 21% of the audience this year was from out of state, with top origin states including California, Texas, Illinois, Colorado and Florida.
Gill highlighted programming innovations: a first‑ever drone performance staged close to the audience over the water (three performances), eight…
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