104nd Annual District Conference
Florida District Exchange Clubs
May 1 - 3, 2026
Embassy Suites Destin-Miramar
570 Scenic Gulf Drive
Destin, FL

It's that fun time of the year again where we all meet for the amazing Florida District Exchange Fellowship. This year we will be at the beautiful Embassy Suites by Hilton in Destin, FL. 
Group room rates are $199 + tax for a 2 room suite which includes daily hot breakfast and evening cocktail reception.  Group rates are available beginning April 30th for those arriving early.
Call 850-337-7066 to make your reservations and be sure to register as part of the "Florida District Exchange Club" or click the link below.

Group rates expire on April 1st so don't delay getting registered.

Note that room demand is high during the time of the convention so rooms will likely not be available after April 1st.
If there is availability, seasonal rates will apply.

Early Bird Meal Package is $250.  After April 13th, the Meal Package is $280.

You could win a full registration package to this year's conference and two nights at the Embassy Suites Destin during the conference.
For more information and tickets, click below.
Congratulations to Michael Forster for winning the Destin to Win drawing

This year's convention committee is working hard to deliver an information packed conference for you.
Attending our district convention is a great way to meet other Exchange Members from around the state, learn about their club's projects and pick up useful information and helpful pointers from our educational sessions. 
Be on hand Saturday night as we welcome our new officers for 2026-2027 during the Installation Banquet then join us after for
Line Up Against Child Abuse
Put on your dancing boots and cowboy hat for an evening of line dancing and fun benefiting
Child Abuse Prevention Programs in the Florida District.

It all adds up to a great weekend celebrating Exchange!!

We will have our traditional silent auction in which all clubs and members are encouraged to bring items to the convention to include in the auction. 
In addition, convention sponsorship opportunities are available for clubs, members and businesses.
For those arriving early on Thursday, there will be a pre-conference dinner available also.  Details are listed on the registration page.

Hotel group rates end on April 1st, so register now to get the best value! 
Note that room demand is high during the time of the convention so rooms will likely not be avialable after April 1st.
If there is availability, seaonal rates will apply. 

Early bird registration for the conference Meal Packages ends April 13th!
ALL convention attendees must register and pay the $25 registration fee.

Conference Registration is now open!!

Be sure to purchase your tickets to the
Saturday Night Fun-Raiser
Line Up Against Child Abuse

You are strongly encouraged to call 850-337-7066 to make room reservations as soon as possible or click the link below to register. 

Conference Sponsorships are also available.  Click to see the sponsorship flyer then purchase your sponsorship below.

Florida District Convention Agenda

Thursday, April 30th: (For local members & those that arrive early) 
7:00 pm – Dinner at the Surf Hut, 551 County Hwy-2378, Destin, FL 32550   

Friday, May 1st: 
6:30 am – 9:30 am            Complimentary Breakfast Buffet for hotel guest
10:00 am – 1:00 pm          Convention prep & set up silent auction 
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm            Registration Set up vendor tables 
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm             FL District Board Meeting 
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm             Welcome Social 
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm             Youth / Excel Club members (meet & greet activity) Local EXCEL students (cornhole and Americanism trivia by the pool with prizes) 
7:00 pm                                  Convention “Kick-off” Dinner (on-site at the hotel)   

Saturday, May 2nd: 
7:00 am – 9:00 am              Complimentary Breakfast Buffet for hotel guest
7:00 am - 10:00 am             Continue registration 
8:00 am – 8:45 am             Judges and students arrive and prepare for Speech Contest 
9:00 am – 10:00 am           FL District Youth Speech Contest (depends on # of speeches) 
10:30 am – 11:30 am         Scavenger Hunt (Fun Activity)     
11:45 am – 1:45 pm           Youth Honor Lunch (Kentucky Derby Theme) 
                                                       Color Guard FWBHS JROTC with vocalist 
                                                        Youth Awards Presented – speeches by winners 
                                                        Motivational Speaker- Natoya Pitts 
                                                        Wodtke Awards Presented 
                                                        Club Awards Presented 
2:00 pm – 4:30 pm                Education & Training Sessions ·         
                                                        National Representative & RVP Comments / Education ·         
                                                        FUN activity or educational ·         
                                                        iMembers educational training - bring laptops 
                                                             Present of what is built to date, demonstrate the FL District website, and share their product, pricing etc. 
4:30 pm                                    Election of Officers 
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm                Kentucky Derby Race & Social (Derby Day gift) 
                                                        Derby starts at 6pm CSTG 
6:30 pm – 7:45 pm                Installation Banquet & Awards 
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm              “Line-Up” Against Child Abuse Fundraiser 
                                                         Line Dance Instructors: Ms. Jackie Youngblood and Ms. Aggie Marler 
                                                         DJ: Patsy Stills 

Sunday, May 3rd: 
7:00 am – 9:15 am                  Complimentary Breakfast Buffet for hotel guest 
9:30 am – 10:30 am                One Nation Under God Session / Convention Closing 
                                                           Session Speaker Nate Nelson 
                                                           Color Guard Choctaw HS JROTC with vocalist 
10:45 am – 11:45 am              FL District Board Meeting

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