29th Annual Travel and Dining Auction
April 25th, 2026
An Unforgettable Auction, Led by the Future of Hospitality
The Travel and Dining Auction (TDA) isn’t just an event—it’s a student-powered experience that transforms education into opportunity. Organized by the passionate students of the Department of Hospitality Management at Kansas State University, this annual auction fuels hands-on learning, sending future hospitality leaders to industry-leading conferences, networking events, and immersive experiences that shape their careers.
Why does it matter?
Because every bid directly impacts a student’s future. Just ask those who have benefited:
"I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities provided by my school and the TDA Auction. With their support, I had the privilege of attending IMEX in Las Vegas and IAAPA in Orlando. These experiences have truly opened my eyes to the vast world of hospitality."
— Amber Perez, Class of 2025
“Funds from TDA sent me to the International Meeting Expo (IMEX) in Las Vegas. That experience led to an internship with VisitHouston, connecting me with professionals, shaping my career, and even helping me decide where I want to live!”
— Claire Bankes, Class of 2025
Registration
General Admissions Ticket: $55 per Ticket
Table for Four: $200 for a table of 4
Table of Eight: $350 for a table of 8
When
Saturday, April 25th, 2026
6:00-9:00 p.m.
Where
Justin Hall, Manhattan, KS (1324 Lovers Ln., Manhattan, KS 66506)
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History
The Kansas State Travel and Dining Auction is the largest student fundraiser in the College of Health and Human Sciences. The event has been offered as a class since the spring of 2009; prior to that, it was a student organization. Our students learn hands-on what goes into planning, organizing, and executing a large event. Once the spring semester begins, students get to work on the Auction right away; they’re broken down into committees, solicit for donations, design marketing materials, and so much more. Some students who have done the Auction in past years choose to come back as Team Leaders, taking on more administrative duties and guiding the team to another successful year.
Beneficiaries
Each year, the proceeds from the auction help fund student scholarships and provide support for the Event & Hospitality Management Club. Students involved in these organizations are not only active on campus but are also connected to student chapters of national professional associations, including the National Restaurant Association, Meeting Professionals International, Club Management Association of America, and Professional Convention Management Association. Through these affiliations and scholarship opportunities, students gain valuable hands-on experience, expand their professional networks, and develop the skills needed to succeed both inside and outside the classroom in the hospitality industry.
How You Can Make an Impact:
💜 Donate an auction item (travel, dining, experiences)
💜 Become a Sponsor (showcase your business)
💜 Join the Auction & Bid!
Making a Donation
We greatly value your ongoing support for K-State's Hospitality Management's Travel and Dining Auction. If you are interested in making a donation to the auction, kindly consider completing the form. Please send any physical donation items to the address stated below.
Travel and Dining Auction
Attn: Cindy Lerick
108 Justin Hall, 1324 Lovers Ln
Manhattan, KS 66506
For any questions, comments, or concerns regarding donations, feel free to email Cindy Lerick or call at 314-614-7152. We appreciate your continued support of K-State's Event and Hospitality Management's Travel and Dining Auction.