TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — FAMU’s Homecoming weekend is here as thousands of rattlers are expected to “slither” back to Tallahassee and business owners are expecting an influx in business.
- FAMU’s annual Homecoming generates an estimated $6 million in income for the university and Tallahassee.
- The event draws more than 50,000 visitors, leading to more customers and income for local restaurants and hotels.
- Watch the video to hear about the main drivers for this economic impact.
BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:
Homecoming week can easily be named one of the largest events at any HBCU.
With Florida A&M University here in Tallahassee, the business impact is especially prominent…