Upcoming List of Events By Day
Fri March 20 - Sun March 22
10:00am - 11:59pm
Tampa Convention Center
Texas Tech Basketball Pre-Game Party for NCAA Tournament at Benchmark Arena
Sat March 21 - Sun March 22
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tampa Convention Center
For event details: www.tampahomeshow.com or (877) 730-7469 Produced by the East Coast Consumer Shows, the Tampa Home & Garden Show brings together vendors such as landscapers, pool/spa professionals, builders, and contractors who all specialize in home improvement.
7:00am - 11:59pm
Tampa Convention Center
The Great American Franchise Expo is the #1 trade show for those seeking to own a franchise. Attendance is free for all who register online. Our educational seminar topics include franchise law, how to grow absentee businesses, and franchise financing. By uniting the biggest voices in the industry, The Great American Franchise Expo allows its patrons to experience the essence of franchising. Visitors get access to free coaching, insightful expositions and expert guidance from industry heavyweights on the ins and outs of starting their own franchise. It doesn’t matter if you are a budding entrepreneur or an established franchisee, this convention opens doors to an elite sector of the industry. For more info and to register for free admission: https://www.franexpousa.com/tampa-franchise-expo-2026
Mon March 23 - Sat March 28
7:00am - 11:59pm
Tampa Convention Center
For event details: The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons is a non-profit professional organization providing education on gastrointestinal minimally invasive surgery. This is their annual meeting.
Thu March 26 - Fri March 27
7:00am - 11:59pm
Tampa Convention Center
Through a collaborative and team-based work environment, Applied Medical develops innovative products that improve patient outcomes and enable the advancement of minimally invasive surgery.
Tue March 31 - Wed April 1
7:00am - 11:59pm
Tampa Convention Center
For more information: https://web.cvent.com/event/d4caee9c-a270-47bb-8e53-543b872998a3/summary Registration required. EXHIBITORLIVE is the industry event of the year, bringing our network together to share knowledge, connect with peers and learn what’s new in face-to-face marketing. Our audience of trade show and corporate event marketers spend hours attending educational sessions and shopping the exhibit hall for solutions to their toughest challenges and new ideas to maximize the success of their marketing programs.
Tue April 7 - Thu April 9
8:00am - 11:59pm
Tampa Convention Center
The Florida Farm 2 School Conference is a free event that offers teachers the chance to network with fellow educators, discover the latest agricultural education practices, tools, and resources, and visit local farms. The conference focuses on promoting Florida Farm to School through the three pillars: School Gardens, Agricultural Education, and Procurement. They are adding the Child Nutrition Directors conference as a part of this conference.
Wed April 8 - Thu April 9
7:00am - 5:00pm
Tampa Convention Center
The Future Career Academy, is to prepare and connect graduating seniors with great jobs and training opportunities in their communities. The program began as a partnership between Hillsborough County Public Schools and the business community in 2015 to bring greater awareness and access to students with the knowledge and skills needed for a wide range of careers.
Fri April 10
7:00am - 4:30pm
Tampa Convention Center
Tampa Bay Condo & HOA Expo is open to the public and intended for property managers, board members condo associations, etc. For more information or to register for their education classes, please visit www.tampabaycondohoaexpo.com.
Fri April 10 - Sun April 12
7:00am - 12:00pm
Tampa Convention Center
Tue April 14 - Fri April 17
1:00 - 11:59pm
Tampa Convention Center
Location: Tampa Convention Center Entire Convention Center
Thu April 23 - Sun April 26
7:00am - 6:00pm
Tampa Convention Center
End-of-Season cheerleading competition that will attract young athletes (ages 10–18) from all over the United States. Anticipated 70%+ out-of-state participation for this annual event. Group expects around 4,000 people per event day. For event details: https://www.varsity.com
Thu April 30 - Sat May 2
7:00am - 11:59pm
Tampa Convention Center
Inspire, train, & equip others to SURGE their resources and influence for Kingdom Impact.
Sat May 9 - Tue May 12
6:00am - 11:59pm
Tampa Convention Center
PURPOSE OF MEETING: The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons is a community of health care professionals who are dedicated to advancing patient care for diverse populations through the understanding, prevention and treatment of disorders of the colon, rectum and anus. COMPETITION: Definite for Tampa HISTORY: San Antonio, Phoenix, Ft. Lauderdale, Boston, LA, Tampa 2022
Mon June 22 - Wed June 24
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tampa Convention Center
For event details: www.avid.org or (833) 284-3227. AVID brings research-based strategies and curriculum to educational institutions in elementary, secondary, and higher education. The AVID System annually provides more than 30,000 educators with training and methodologies that develop students’ critical thinking, literacy, and math skills across all content areas throughout the entire campus, in what we call Schoolwide AVID.
Sat July 11 - Thu July 16
7:00am - 11:59pm
Tampa Convention Center
For event details: Shriners International supports Shriners Children's, a one-of-a-kind international health care system dedicated to improving the lives of children by providing specialty pediatric care, innovative research, and outstanding teaching programs. Since 1922, Shriners Children’s has significantly improved the lives of more than 1,000,000 children. This is the Shriners International Annual Session and Meeting.
Tue July 21 - Sun July 26
7:00am - 11:59pm
Tampa Convention Center
The mission of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. is to enhance the quality of life for women and their families in the U.S. and globally through community service, civil, and social action. The goal is to achieve greater progress in the areas of education, health awareness, and leadership development. Members, affiliates, staff, and community partners work to create and support initiatives that align with our vision. This is Sigma Gamma Rho's 61st Biennial Boule
Fri July 31 - Sun August 2
12:00 - 7:00pm
Tampa Convention Center
For event details: https://metroconventions.com/ Florida's largest anime convention, METROCON boasts a number of exciting stage shows, unique vendors, exciting panelists, and interactive events throughout the weekend, including the world famous Anime Human Chess Match, where characters from your favorite anime and video games will battle it out for the fate of the world! Tickets may be purchased online or onsite. All onsite ticket sales are CASHLESS. Please visit https://metroconventions.com/ for tickets & pricing.
Tue August 4 - Wed August 5
7:00am - 11:59pm
Tampa Convention Center
The National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association, Inc. is a membership association of professional funeral directors and morticians and embalmers, whose members and members-at-large are also members of state associations of funeral directors, morticians and embalmers dedicated to promoting the common professional and business interests of its members. Registration required
Thu August 13 - Thu August 20
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tampa Convention Center
This is a national convention for members of the Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine (Masonic Order). The convention consists of two segments: Imperial Council Session (men/Nobles), and the Imperial Court Session (ladies/Daughters). Email hotel reservation questions to housing@visittampabay.com or by fax at (812) 218-3369. For conference registration questions, please direct inquiries to www.aeaonms.org or (877) 395-0150. There will be various off-site events that will take place during this convention. All ticket sales for these events will be near registration.
Sun August 23 - Thu August 27
9:00 - 11:00pm
Tampa Convention Center
Learn from the industry’s most influential thought leaders during top-notch keynote presentations, panel discussions, Q+A sessions and dynamic group events. You’ll walk away with the ideas, insight and inspiration you need to create impactful experiences. https://www.connectmeetings.com
Fri September 4 - Sun September 6
7:00am - 5:00pm
Tampa Convention Center
Location: Tampa Convention Center Entire Convention Center
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