News & Public Notices
Tampa Bay Comic Convention returns to the Tampa Convention Center this Friday, September 4 through Sunday, September 6, 2026! Whether you are coming for celebrity panels, epic cosplay, comic vendors…
Increased Traffic Expected September 4-6 During Tampa Bay Comic ConventionSuit up your best cosplay outfit and prepare to nerd-out, the Tampa Bay Comic Convention (TBCC) is super-hero landing at the…
For the first time ever, the Tampa Bay area will host the Red Bull Dance Your Style USA National Final. On Saturday, September 19, the Tampa Convention Center will welcome 16 of the nation’s top…
The City of Tampa and the Tampa Convention Center are proud to welcome back the Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine (AEAONMS), also known as the Prince Hall Shriners, for their 2026…
Heads up, Downtown Tampa! A wave of anime fans, cosplayers, and pop culture lovers is heading to the waterfront as Florida’s hottest anime convention, METROCON, returns to the Tampa Convention Center…
Florida’s hottest anime convention returns to the waterfront! METROCON is taking over the Tampa Convention Center from Friday, July 31 through Sunday, August 2, 2026.Whether you’re a seasoned…
Mayor Jane Castor today announced the Host Committee for the inaugural Tampa International Diplomacy and Exchange Summit, or TIDES, a citywide international summit taking place November 16–17, 2026,…
The Tampa Convention Center is proud to serve as the host venue for the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. 61st International Biennial Boule from July 22–26, 2026. This monumental gathering marks the…
The industry experts have spoken. The Tampa Convention Center and Greater Tampa Bay have officially been nominated for the prestigious Prevue Meetings & Incentives 2026 Visionary Awards.The…
Tampa Convention Center Wins Prestigious International Venue Excellence AwardIn a momentous victory for Tampa’s tourism and hospitality industry, the Tampa Convention Center (TCC) has won the…
The World Cup Comes to Tampa: City to Host Community Watch Party FridayThe City of Tampa is inviting residents and visitors to come together to celebrate the world's game during a FIFA World Cup…
The 40th Annual National Veterans Golden Age Games arrive in downtown Tampa from June 27 to July 2, 2026, bringing the world's premier senior adaptive sports competition to the Tampa Convention…
Tampa Convention CenterUnveils Three New Works of Public ArtThe award-winning Tampa Convention Center, already renowned for its beauty, elegance, and waterfront location, is now three times more…
Thanks to votes from meeting professionals, the Tampa Convention Center (TCC) has officially advanced to the Finalist Round of the 10th Annual Stella Awards. Presented by Northstar Meetings Group,…
Meeting professionals are once again recognizing the Tampa Convention Center for delivering an outstanding level of service, seamless execution, and world-class venue capabilities. For the second…
Tampa Named a Top Meeting Destination in North America by CventTampa has been named the #24 Top Meeting Destination in North America by Cvent, the industry-leading meetings, events, and hospitality…
The Tampa Convention Center has long been a cornerstone of the Florida travel and tourism industry. But being a "premier destination" isn’t just about having floor space, it’s about a disciplined,…
"Battle in the Bay" Returns: Thrilling Waterfront Capability Demonstration Back at Tampa Convention CenterWitness the heart-pounding action of elite military precision as the "Battle in the Bay"…
Traffic Advisory: SOF Week (May 18-22)The Special Operations Forces military conference, SOF Week, is returning to the Tampa Convention Center! Drivers, please be prepared for the following road…
Event planners and managers seeking a premier meeting destination have a new reason to choose the Tampa Convention Center. We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Virginia "Ginny" Lindsey to…
Tampa Convention Center Nominated for Best Convention Center for Fourth Consecutive YearFor the fourth year in a row, Tampa Convention Center is nominated for Best Convention Center (Regional –…
The landscape of the meetings and events industry is shifting. Today’s event managers and meeting planners are looking for more than just square footage; they are seeking authentic experiences in…
With thousands of cheerleaders from across the country arriving for the Varsity Spirit competitions this Thursday, April 23, through Sunday, April 26, 2026, we are preparing for a significant…
The landscape of the meetings and events industry is shifting. Today’s event managers and meeting planners are looking for more than just square footage; they are seeking immersive environments in…
Expect heavy traffic this weekend as March Madness rolls into Tampa, with the first and second rounds of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship taking place at Benchmark International…
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