2026 Tourism Day at the Capitol ~ Thursday, March 5, 2026
Please see the revised event schedule below.
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11:00 AM
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Meet in the Lobby of the Omni Hotel, South Tower
190 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Look for greeters from Dart Transportation wearing pink vests for assistance.
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11:30 AM
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Load Shuttles to Capitol
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12:00 PM
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Go through Security at Capitol
YOU MUST HAVE YOUR PHOTO ID WITH YOU!
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12:00 PM
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1:30 PM
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Information Meeting & Boxed Lunch - Room 403
- We will meet as a group and discuss the agenda and talking points and eat lunch
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1:00 PM
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Set Up – South Wing Rotunda
- Six (6) 6-foot tables placed throughout the South Wing with black linen
- Quick note: We are not providing Georgia bags this year, but destinations are encouraged to bring giveaways or promotional items if you choose!
- Destinations may also bring pop-up banners.
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1:45 p.m.
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Program Begins at Podium
- Welcome Remarks – Amanda Dyson-Thornton, GACVB
- Remarks – Lynda Smith, ETAG
- Remarks – Chris Hardman, GHLA
- Remarks – Sen. Drew Echols
- Remarks – Rep. Ron Stephens
- Remarks – Pat Wilson, GDEcD
- Governor’s Remarks - Governor Kemp
Following the Governor’s Remarks:
- Presentation of oversized check with Governor and First Lady
- Group photo opportunity on the Capitol steps
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2:15 PM
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4:00 PM
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Free Time at Capitol to Meet with Representatives
- We strongly encourage attendees to schedule meetings with their elected officials in advance
- Shuttles will run on a continuous loop beginning at 3:00 PM from the Capitol back to the Omni every 30 minutes.
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4:00 PM
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Evening reception with elected officials NOW at the Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park – Atrium
- Elected officials have been invited to attend, making this a prime opportunity to connect and showcase the power of Georgia tourism. Please call, email, and text your representatives and encourage them to attend!
- Heavy Appetizers & Beer and Wine will be served
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5:30 p.m.
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Event Concludes
- GACVB Members & Partners are encouraged to enjoy the Atlanta dining scene on their own.
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Hotel Block
A hotel block has been reserved at The Omni Atlanta Hotel at CNN Center for Tourism Day attendees. Please make your reservations early to ensure availability.
Virtual Informational Meeting Recording
- We hosted a “Know Before You Go” Zoom call on February 26 at 2:00 p.m.
**Please not some details have changed since this meeting. Please see above schedule for the latest schedule.**
Thank you to our sponsors!

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Resources
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