{"id":228280,"date":"2026-04-12T05:28:11","date_gmt":"2026-04-12T05:28:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/228280\/"},"modified":"2026-04-12T05:28:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-12T05:28:11","slug":"ny-mets-spring-training-boosts-port-st-lucie-businesses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/228280\/","title":{"rendered":"NY Mets Spring Training Boosts Port St. Lucie Businesses"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"submission-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Port+St.+Lucie%2C+FL&amp;city=Port+St.+Lucie&amp;type=Update+Existing+Story&amp;headline=NY+Mets+Spring+Training+Boosts+Port+St.+Lucie+Businesses&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Ffl%2Fport-st-lucie%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F11%2Fny-mets-spring-training-boosts-port-st-lucie-businesses%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got story updates? Submit your updates here. \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/69d9feb57f4a1.jpg\" alt=\"A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented baseball scene with overlapping planes of color, capturing the dynamic movement and energy of spring training.\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" class=\"news-image\"\/>The vibrant energy and community spirit of the New York Mets&#8217; spring training camp in Port St. Lucie is a boon for the local economy.Port St. Lucie Today<\/p>\n<p>The New York Mets&#8217; spring training camp in Port St. Lucie, Florida is providing a major economic boost to the local hospitality industry, with hotels and eateries reporting a significant increase in bookings and revenue during the February-March period.<\/p>\n<p>        Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>The Mets&#8217; presence in Port St. Lucie is estimated to generate $30-39 million in annual economic impact for St. Lucie County, as the influx of players, staff, media, and fans fills hotels and supports local businesses.<\/p>\n<p>                The details<\/p>\n<p>Hotels in the area are reporting rooms reaching up to $399 per night during spring training, with many booked to capacity. The unique charm and energy the Mets bring to the community is a major draw for out-of-state visitors looking to enjoy the sunny weather and watch the team&#8217;s workouts.<\/p>\n<p>        The Mets&#8217; spring training camp runs from February through March each year.The 2026 spring training season is currently underway.<\/p>\n<p>          The players<\/p>\n<p>          Visit St. Lucie<\/p>\n<p>The county&#8217;s tourism and venues department, which estimates the Mets&#8217; spring training generates $30-39 million in annual economic impact.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Port+St.+Lucie%2C+FL&amp;city=Port+St.+Lucie&amp;type=Upload+Story+Photos&amp;headline=NY+Mets+Spring+Training+Boosts+Port+St.+Lucie+Businesses&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Ffl%2Fport-st-lucie%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F11%2Fny-mets-spring-training-boosts-port-st-lucie-businesses%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got photos? Submit your photos here. \u203a<\/a><br \/>\n                What they\u2019re saying<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-quote\">\u201cThe spring training games are a major draw, attracting visitors, media, staff, and coaches, primarily from New York, and driving significant tourism.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-cite\">\u2014 Visit St. Lucie, Tourism and Venues Director<\/p>\n<p>          The takeaway<\/p>\n<p>The New York Mets&#8217; spring training camp in Port St. Lucie has become an economic engine for the local community, filling hotels, restaurants, and other businesses during the February-March period and showcasing the unique charm and energy the team brings to the area.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Got story updates? 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