News & Public Notices
Spend more time with your honey, and less time in traffic! Downtown Tampa and the surrounding area will be swooning with excitement this weekend with events expected to draw tens of thousands of…
The Tampa Convention Center is proud to host the Florida Venue Managers Association (FVMA) Operations Seminar, welcoming venue professionals from across the state for a day of learning, networking,…
City of Tampa to Honor Veterans During Black History CelebrationThe City of Tampa Black History Committee, Inc. (COTBHC) will host the 38th Annual City of Tampa Black History Celebration next Friday…
Arrr, heed this, ye road-sailin' scallywags, traffic may be rough ahead, Gasparilla Pirate Fest be inbound! Here is all you need to know to make it another legendary voyage!Getting ThereEvent…
The Gasparilla Pirate Invasion returns to downtown Tampa on Saturday, January 31, bringing one of the city’s most anticipated traditions back to the waterfront at the Tampa Convention Center.Whether…
Pirates Demanding Key to the CityAs part of the lead-up to the 2026 Seminole Hard Rock Gasparilla Pirate Fest, members of Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla will arrive in downtown Tampa today and…
Tampa Convention Center is expanding its accessibility services with the launch of new Distract Paks and Emergency Communication Cards, including a Spanish-language version, as part of a broader…
Tampa Convention Center is excited to announce an upcoming exterior improvement that will enhance the arrival experience for guests and visitors. Beginning Monday, January 19, we’ll begin replacing…
TAMPA, Fla. (January 12, 2026) - The Florida Music Education Association (FMEA) Professional Learning Conference returns to the Tampa Convention Center January 14–17, 2026, continuing its legacy as…
Tampa Convention Center Previews a Strong Year Ahead With Major Events, Increased Attendance, and Rising Economic ImpactThe Tampa Convention Center is preparing for another exciting and impactful…
The Tampa Convention Center is pleased to announce Shauna Brown as our newest Event Manager, bringing more than a decade of experience in hospitality, event operations, and client service to our…
Ho, Ho, Ho...there's a Nice List of events this Saturday, December 20, likely to draw big crowds and potential traffic congestion. Don't be on the Naughty List - plan ahead, leave early, watch out…
Tampa Convention Center is strengthening its team with the addition of two experienced professionals, reinforcing its commitment to delivering exceptional service for meetings, conventions,…
At the Tampa Convention Center, flawless conferences, conventions, corporate meetings, galas, and association events rely on a skilled operations team. That's why we are especially proud to announce…
Traffic Advisory: Saturday, December 6th'Tis the season for major holiday events and this Saturday, December 6th we will see a blizzard of 'em. From parades, to tree lightings, to bike rides and more…
Tampa Convention Center Wins “Best of the Best” Honor to Wrap Up Award-Winning YearTampa Convention Center is proud to cap off an award-winning 2025 by being named ConventionSouth’s Best of the Best…
The Tampa Convention Center is excited to welcome the community to two festive, family-friendly holiday events along the Tampa Riverwalk this season. From the annual Tampa Riverwalk Holiday Tree…
Tampa Recognized for Advocating for EqualityTampa once again celebrates a perfect score on its efforts to support the LGBTQ+ community.The Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Municipal Equality Index…
For the third year in a row, Tampa has earned a spot among Cvent’s Top Meeting Destinations, reaffirming its position as one of the world’s premier cities for meetings, conventions, corporate events…
The Tampa Convention Center is proud to announce it has earned the Most Innovative City Services Platform award from the 2025 International Explorer Awards. This marks the center’s fifth industry…
Plan ahead so you don't get spooked by the traffic in and around Downtown this weekend, as there is a hauntingly high number of events and happenings! Be on the lookout for large amounts of…
Thanks to grants from the American Heart Association and Tampa General Hospital, the City of Tampa has acquired 39 Automated External Defibrillators, and has deployed these AEDs across the city.The…
Tampa Convention Center is proud to announce it won a prestigious 2025 Readers’ Choice Award from ConventionSouth Magazine. These awards were based on votes from 7,000+ readers and fans. This is the…
It’s a three-peat! Tampa Convention Center has won the gold medal for Best Convention Center (Regional – Southeast U.S.) in the prestigious Stella Awards for the third year in a row. The center also…
Tampa Convention Center is honored to announce it is nominated for the prestigious ConventionSouth Readers’ Choice Award. This recognition celebrates the best Convention and Visitors Bureaus (CVBs),…
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