There were 1,532,606 visitors to Manhattan since Jan. 1 of this year. That fact was contained in a Visit Manhattan report to the city commission Tuesday. Visit Manhattan Director Marcia Rozell reported that hotel revenue totaled $15.7 million in 2024.
According to a study sporting events continue to be a strong driver for tourism in Manhattan. Regional competition is intense and the geographic location is a challenge.
Stakeholder engagement by possibly creating an advisory board and enhanced sports marketing effort were recommendations.
Development of a new multi-use faculity, enhancement of existing use facilities and creation of a master facility plan were ideas suggested from the Huddle Up Group.