Can Seasonal Events Boost Local Economies? The Total Solar Eclipse Weekend in Tyler, Texas

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

Spring 4-28-2024

Persistent Identifier

http://hdl.handle.net/10950/4803

Abstract

The Hibbs Institute's brief titled "Can Seasonal Events Boost Local Economies? The Total Solar Eclipse Weekend in Tyler, Texas" examines the economic impact of the April 8, 2024, total solar eclipse on Tyler, Texas. The study highlights how such rare events attract tourists, leading to increased demand for local services and products. Specifically, the influx of visitors during the eclipse weekend resulted in higher hotel occupancy and room rates, indicating a significant boost to the local economy. The brief underscores the potential of seasonal events to serve as temporary economic stimulants for regional economies.

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