Bob Buckhorn River Center Rates

Capacity

The Bob Buckhorn River Center can accommodate large events of up to 500 guests with indoor or outdoor space.

Arrangement

Capacity

Seated Dinner

200 People

Theatre Style

300 People

Dock

500 People

Outdoor Dock seating at Tampa River Center

6 Hour Event Room Rental

Room rates vary depending upon the day of the week:

Day of Week Room Fee Attendant Fee
Monday – Thursday $2,000 $450*
Friday and Sunday $2,500 $450*
Saturday $3,000 $450*

*Additional staffing of $37.50 per hour/per staff may be required for events over 200 guests

Event Room Wedding Setup

Included in Rate

  • 2,880 sq. ft. Event Room Space
  • Chiavari Chairs with Cushions
  • 5 1/2 ft. Round Tables
  • King Tables (36 x 96 inches)
  • 6 ft. Rectangle Tables
  • 3 ft. Bistro Tables
  • Crescent Tables
  • Green Room

Additional Fees

The Bob Buckhorn River Center can accommodate large events of up to 500 guests with indoor or outdoor space.

Additional Item

Cost

Ceremony Space

$500

Ceremony Chairs

$2 per chair

Additional Hours

$350 per hour + Staffing

Multipurpose Room Rental

$100 per hour + Staffing

Board Room Rental

$100 per hour + Staffing

Security Fee

Tampa Police Department Officers are required for events at the Special Events Rate of $49 per officer, per hour or Allied Security Officers at the Special Events Rate of $37.50 per officer, per hour. Two officers are required for all events where security is required.

Multi-Purpose and Board Room Only Rental

The Multipurpose Room and Board Room are only available for independent rentals Monday through Thursday.


Updated: 07/21/2025