Dallas Area Visitors
Jul 8, 20203 min
As the world tackles the global effects of the coronavirus (COVID-19), The Dallas Area Visitors Center is dealing with the shock waves of canceling, postponing, or virtualizing our events. The uncertainty and sudden changes happening on a global scale are raising concerns across the entire events industry.
I have researched some of the best advice coming from both leading health organizations and event organizers so your family can get the best return out of your events, while keeping you and your family safe!
We know it sounds patronizing, but washing your hands regularly is the most common recommendation from world leaders to health organizations across the globe.
As you attend events, make sure you find time to wash your hands thoroughly, either at sinks or through pocket hand sanitizers. Organizers will likely be putting in extra sanitizer stations across their show floors so be sure to make use of these.
Typical show etiquette can range from handshaking to cheek kissing. As concerns are raised about the health risk posed by attending events that attract a global audience, such greetings are currently not considered the best behavior.
Many organizers are putting a ban on handshaking in place across their events. Avoiding close interactions is the easiest way to reduce the risk of contracting the COVID-19 virus and preventing it from spreading any further to others at the event.
From what health professionals understand about the coronavirus, contamination typically occurs when there is close contact with an infected person.
Some event organizers are implementing a social distancing policy that you should ask your team on-site to adhere to, as well as visitors. Key conversations can still be held but keeping an appropriate distance will ensure the safety of both parties.
Under current circumstances if you are feeling even a little unwell, you should refrain from attending an event. Don’t let the pressure of targets or the fear of missing out impact your decision if feeling unwell. These are exceptional circumstances, the best way to get back to normality is to put the safety of yourself and others first.
The Dallas Area Visitors Center will not allow you to attend if you are sick or showing flu symptoms.
If you are unsure if any event you are participating in are going to be cancelled, postponed or virtualized this year, get in touch with the Dallas Area Visitors Center for all the latest information and advice.
A lot of our traditional events such as Krazy Dayz, Art in the Park, Fourth of July Fireworks, have been cancelled to keep you and your family safe. However, that doesn't mean you can't get out and safely enjoy the events that ARE happening!
So, what's happening in Dallas this week?
Virtual Patriotic Singing Contest (see details here)
Fourth of July Trivia (details here)
Dallas for Equity Rally (Meet at Courthouse)
Gone Squatchin' Escape Room (Details here)
Second Saturday classes at Brunk Homestead (details here)
An evening of music with Mitch Lies at Benedetto Vineyards (details here)
Witch Walk at Dallas City Park (details here)