The Phoenix Forum Announces Pre-show Events

TEMPE, Ariz. — The Phoenix Forum announced today both the annual X2K Charity Golf Tournament and the YNOT Grand Prix will be back to help set up next month's convention weekend.

Both pre-show events will take place on Wednesday, March 25.

Taking place at the Ocotillo Golf Resort, the golf tournament is open to members of the adult industry that want to get started with some networking before the Forum begins.

Golfing will tee off at noon, with transportation leaving the Tempe Mission Palms at 10 a.m. Proceeds from the tournament will go to benefit the Association of Sites Advocating Child Protection (ASACP).

“I am excited to kick off another Phoenix Forum with the annual charity golf tournament. It is the best show of the year and I am honored to help kick it off once again,” said Stephen Bugbee, owner X2K LLC.

In addition to a round of golf, registration includes a continental breakfast and a lunch on the course. Also a 19th Hole Cocktail Party at Ocotillo following the golf. To sign up or to learn more about the annual golf tournament, click here.

Rounding out Wednesday evening is The YNOT Grand Prix, with its race taking place at Octane Raceway. Transportation to the event will be provided from Tempe Mission Palms starting at 5:30 p.m. and a shuttle service will run until the end of the event. In addition to the races, the event includes a complimentary dinner. To learn more about the Grand Prix, click here. 

The Phoenix Forum runs from March 26-29 at the Tempe Mission Palms Hotel. Click here for more information.

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