A religious conference — which tourism officials believe will generate roughly $250 million in economic impact over three years — will return to St. Louis from 2026 to 2028.
Explore St. Louis, the city’s tourism bureau, said Thursday that the Church of God in Christ will host its annual conference at the America’s Center after what will be a six-year hiatus.
“This truly is an exciting time for St. Louis and America’s Center,” said Ed Skapinok, Explore St. Louis’ chief commercial officer. “COGIC’s decision to bring its Holy Convocation to St. Louis shows the city’s strength as a premier destination in the meetings, convention and events industry.”…