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Working Together to Make a Difference
Help shape Florida's future—right in your own Legislative District.
Florida Attractions District Days
Florida's attractions have the power to shape legislative decisions in Tallahassee—and that influence begins right at home, in your own Legislative District.
This September, join fellow members of Florida's attractions industry for Florida Attractions District Days, September 1–30.
Throughout the month, attractions across the state will invite members of their local Legislative Delegations for guided, educational visits that showcase firsthand how our industry supports Florida's economy, creates jobs, strengthens communities and enriches the lives of Floridians.
Let's tell our story—together.
By opening your doors to your local legislators, you have a unique opportunity to build relationships and help them better understand your attraction, your employees and the role our industry plays in their district.
These visits don't need to be elaborate. A personal welcome, a brief tour and an opportunity to talk about your attraction can leave a lasting impression.
It's an Election Year
The General Election on November 3 will determine Florida's next Governor and Cabinet, all 120 members of the Florida House of Representatives, and State Senators in the even-numbered districts.
With many legislative races featuring open seats, new candidates or competitive challenges, this election year provides a particularly valuable opportunity to build relationships with both incumbent legislators and candidates seeking to represent your district.
When appropriate, consider inviting both the incumbent and challenger to visit your attraction.
Florida Attractions District Days is about building relationships with those who will be making decisions in Tallahassee—not just today, but in the years ahead.
How to Participate
FAA Attraction Members are encouraged to coordinate and host pre-arranged educational tours of their facilities for members of their county's Legislative Delegation.
Tours may include both front- and back-of-house areas and should be led by you or another member of your senior leadership team.
1. Know Your Delegation
Review your county's Legislative Delegation and opponents. Legislators highlighted in yellow currently hold, or are expected to hold, leadership positions in the Florida Legislature.
2. Send Your Invitation
Use FAA's customizable email invitation template and personalize it to reflect your attraction's voice, brand and relationship with the legislator.
3. Host the Visit
Welcome your legislator or candidate, provide a brief tour and use the opportunity to explain the economic and community impact of your attraction.
Need assistance? Contact the FAA office. Our government relations partners at Liberty Partners of Tallahassee are also available to help with legislator outreach, scheduling or communication.
The goal is simple: build relationships now, before we need to ask for their support. Together, we can make sure Florida's attractions are known, understood and heard.
Details & FAQs
For complete information about Florida Attractions District Days, including participation guidelines and frequently asked questions, review the complete District Days information.
Topics for Conversation
Use your visit to help legislators understand both the economic value and the community impact of your attraction.
Consider discussing:
The value of your local TDC/CVB/VCB and how destination marketing helps drive visitation and economic activity. Your local tourism organization can provide market-specific ROI and visitor data.
The importance of VISIT FLORIDA in keeping Florida top of mind with travelers nationally and internationally.
Taxes generated and collected by your attraction and its visitors.
Number of employees, seasonal needs, career opportunities and workforce challenges.
Educational programs and resources your attraction provides to students, teachers and families.
The family memories and shared experiences your attraction creates for Floridians and visitors.
Where guests come from, who they are and how visitation is changing.
Safety, insurance, staffing, regulations, accessibility and other operational considerations that may not be visible to the guest.
Charitable giving, food drives, support for first responders and the military, school partnerships, programs for guests with disabilities and other local initiatives.
Recent or planned capital investments, improvements and expansion—and what those investments mean for jobs, tourism and your community.
District Days Resources
Use these resources to plan your visit, prepare your talking points and promote your participation.
Planning Your Legislative Visit
Facts & Talking Points
Webinar | Elections 2026: An Attractions Perspective
Watch the webinar below for an attractions-focused perspective on the 2026 elections.
Planning to Participate?
Please let us know by completing this brief registration form. Registration helps FAA track participation across the state and coordinate support where needed.
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