Explore Flint & Genesee
Visitor spending in Genesee County steadily increasing since 2020 according to new report
According to the 2023 Tourism Economic County Report, visitors spent $615.8 million in Genesee County in 2023 (Flint, Mich. Nov. 19, 2024) – A new report published by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation shows tourism spending in Genesee County has increased yearly since 2020, with an increase of 9.1% from 2022 to 2023. Visitors spent […]
Read MoreBe A Tourist in Your Hometown reveals attractions featured in popular $1 event
(FLINT, Mich. – July 10, 2024) After a five-year hiatus, Explore Flint & Genesee – in partnership with Genesee County and Mass Transportation Authority (MTA) Flint – is bringing back its popular Be a Tourist in Your Hometown event on Aug. 10, 2024, known locally as 810 Day. The one-day event allows locals to tour […]
Read MoreSave the Date: Be a Tourist in Your Hometown returns to Flint & Genesee
Day-long event featuring local attractions comes back to the community after five years on 810 Day (Flint, Mich. May 6, 2024) Mark your calendars! Explore Flint & Genesee is bringing back Be a Tourist in Your Hometown after a five-year hiatus. The one-day event allows locals to tour area attractions and experience everything their hometown […]
Read MoreExplore Flint & Genesee Brings 22 Meetings, Events to Genesee County in 2024
(FLINT, Mich., 01/08/2024) Explore Flint & Genesee, Genesee County’s Convention & Visitors Bureau, secured 22 meetings and events to Flint & Genesee this year resulting in approximately 8,000 hotel room nights for the region. These bookings bolster tourism in the area and have a positive economic impact on the region. “This year, we have an […]
Read MoreExplore Flint & Genesee Continues to Attract Events, Meetings to Genesee County
Local Convention & Visitors Bureau brings 16 groups to Flint & Genesee in the second half of 2023 (FLINT, Mich., July 25, 2023) From July to December 2023, Explore Flint & Genesee, the convention and visitors bureau division of the Flint & Genesee Group, has booked 16 events which are expected to result in more […]
Read MoreSixth-Annual Vehicle City Gridiron Classic hosted at Kettering University’s Historic Atwood Stadium
Eight high school teams match up once again to kick off the 2023 football season (FLINT, Mich. – July 19, 2023) Kettering University’s Atwood Stadium will host the sixth-annual Flint & Genesee Vehicle City Gridiron Classic to kick off the 2023 high school football season with two days of doubleheaders, beginning on Aug. 24. This […]
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