Event Planner Jobs in Texas

Event Planner jobs in Texas concentrate in corporate conferences, hospitality, and large-scale entertainment, with demand running from entry-level coordinators to senior directors across one of the most active markets in the country. Houston, Dallas, and Austin are the primary hiring hubs, where employers like Marriott, Hilton, and American Airlines have sustained event planning teams. The most in-demand specialties are corporate meetings and incentive travel, wedding and social events, and convention services. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles5
Top employerPartytoyz
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring5
Work type100% On-site
Top industryStaffing

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24 Seven Talent
Event Planner
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24 Seven Talent
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Event Planner
24 Seven Talent
Houston, Texas
Events & Tourism
Hospitality & Guest Services
Event Planning
On-Site
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Part Time Event Planner - Fluent in Spanish
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Part Time Event Planner - Fluent in Spanish
Events in a Crunch
Austin, Texas
Event Planning
Hospitality Management
Project Management
$30 - $35/hr

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SelfPublishing.com
Event Planner
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SelfPublishing.com
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Event Planner
SelfPublishing.com
West Lake Hills, Texas
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$40k - $65k/yr
51-200

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Akadia Event Center
Venue Event Planner
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Akadia Event Center
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Venue Event Planner
Akadia Event Center
Missouri City, Texas
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
CPR Certification

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Event Planner / Host (MC) & Social Media Coordinator
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Event Planner / Host (MC) & Social Media Coordinator
Partytoyz Inc
Brownsville, Texas
Business Development
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
Project Management
On-Site

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Event Planner Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
1 job
Houston
1 job
Brownsville
1 job
Missouri City
1 job
West Lake Hills
1 job

Event Planner Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

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Partytoyz1 open role
24 Seven Talent
24 Seven Talent1 open role
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Events in a Crunch1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Staffing & Recruiting

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in event planner jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, communications, or a related field preferred
  • Certified Meeting Professional or Certified Special Events Professional designation a plus
  • Minimum two to three years of event coordination or hospitality industry experience
  • Proven ability to manage vendor contracts, budgets, and on-site logistics simultaneously
  • Strong proficiency with event management software such as Cvent or Eventbrite
  • Availability to work evenings, weekends, and travel to event sites across Texas

Event Planner Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a event planner in Texas?

Texas does not require a state-issued license to work as an event planner, so the path runs through education and professional credentials. Most employers prefer a bachelor's degree in hospitality management, marketing, or communications from a Texas university. From there, earning a Certified Meeting Professional credential through the Events Industry Council or a Certified Special Events Professional designation through ILEA strengthens a candidate's profile and is recognized by major Texas employers.

Which companies hire event planners in Texas?

Employers hiring event planners in Texas right now include Partytoyz, 24 Seven Talent, and Events in a Crunch, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major convention centers, and luxury hotel brands means demand is spread across corporate, hospitality, and nonprofit sectors throughout the state.

Which Texas cities have the most event planner jobs?

Austin, Houston, and Brownsville have the most event planner openings in Texas. Houston and Dallas drive volume through their dense corporate headquarters and large convention infrastructure, while Austin's fast-growing tech and entertainment sectors have added consistent demand, particularly for corporate and experiential event roles.

Are there remote event planner jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Event planning is fundamentally an on-site role, so most positions require in-person presence for venue walkthroughs, vendor coordination, and day-of execution. About 0% of event planner openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to cover pre-event logistics, client communications, and administrative planning rather than live production work.

How can I get hired as a event planner in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a coordinator or event assistant role at a Texas hotel or convention center, where on-the-job training is built into the position. Large hospitality employers in Houston and Dallas regularly hire entry-level staff for catering and conference services, which feeds into full event planning roles. Completing an internship through a Texas hospitality management program, or moving laterally from roles in catering, venue operations, or administrative support, gives candidates a practical foundation that Texas employers recognize.

Where can I find and apply to event planner jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to event planner jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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