Save the Date: Perpignan Cultural Journey
September 1–9, 2026
This is the kind of trip that stays with you, one that awakens curiosity, sparks creativity, and gives you stories to tell for a lifetime.
Florida Sister Cities International
As Florida's hub for Sister City programs, we foster global partnerships supporting cultural exchange, education, and sustainable international collaboration.
Florida Sister Cities Conference
November 15–17, 2026 | Tampa, Florida
Conference Registration
Florida Sister Cities Members: $175
Non-Members: $225
This three-day conference brings together Sister Cities leaders, volunteers, municipal officials, educators, nonprofit professionals, and international partners to strengthen citizen diplomacy, exchange best practices, and build meaningful global partnerships. The conference includes Florida Sister Cities annual business meeting and sessions integrated with the TIDES Conference, providing opportunities for professional development, networking, and collaboration.
Community Highlights
On the Spotlight
Discover how our programs empower Florida's Sister City memberships through collaboration and shared growth.
Community Library Speaker Series
The Sister Cities Association of Sarasota invites you to a fascinating evening at Selby Library, featuring Kun Shi, City Director of Xiamen, China and Randy Runnels, Adjunct Faculty at St. Petersburg College on Sister City relations and the complimentary environments shared between Xiamen and Sarasota.
Plan to join this valuable Round Table for your 2026 program/exchange agendas
We have a special guest from the US Embassy, Paris, to share the Freedom 250 plus US-France 250th Partnership programs and events. There are dynamite programs/exchanges listed on their website, cultural events scheduled, and a map of France with key historical markers of significance. Check it out; your Sister City could be recognized. In fact, check out their website to prepare for this info-packed meeting: US Embassy France.