Destination Statehouse is TIAK’s premier advocacy event, uniting tourism professionals to educate lawmakers on travel’s economic and cultural value. Held March 6, 2025, in Topeka, this event offers legislative briefings, direct engagement with elected officials, and networking, culminating in a Legislative Reception to celebrate Kansas tourism’s impact.
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 11:00AM - 1:00PM | Appointments with Legislators Attendees are encouraged to make appointments with their legislators and visit them in the morning. Please note: If you would like to deliver popcorn, please reach out to TIAK staff to make arrangements. |
| 12:45 PM | Set up banners at the Statehouse (Statehouse 2nd Floor Rotunda) |
| 1:00 PM | Registration at The Beacon (420 SW 9th Street, Topeka) |
| 1:30 PM | Legislative Updates - TIAK Staff, Legislators, and KDC (Beacon Auditorium, 420 sW 9th Street, Topeka) |
| 3:00 PM | Deliver popcorn with evening invitations to legislative offices (Pick up popcorn at The Beacon) |
| 4:00 PM | Remove Statehouse banners |
| 4:00 PM | Evening Reception setup begins at The Beacon (420 SW 9th Street, Topeka) |
| 5:00 PM | TIAK Legislative Reception at The Beacon (420 SW 9th Street, Topeka) |
| 7:30 PM | After hours social gathering for TIAK members at the Celtic Fox (118 SW 8th Ave, Topeka - free parking along street) |