Tampa Convention Center

We don’t do average here. If you love hosting events at #TheTampaCC, nominate us for the Meetings Today Best Of Awards! Your support for our staff, catering, and venue means the world. Submit your nomination by 5/29: meetingstoday.com/best-of-nomina… @CityOfTampa @TampaMeetings

Traffic Advisory: Franklin St. will be closed from Channelside Dr. to Harbour Island (including the bridge) for #SOFWeek2026 during the following times: 🗓️ Mon-Thu (May 18-21): 9am-4:30pm 🗓️ Fri (May 22): 8am-4pm (bridge reopens 1pm) Please use Beneficial Dr. Bridge.

Get ready for the "Battle in the Bay." The SOF Week Capability Demo takes over the waterfront Wednesday, May 20 at Noon! 📍 Arrive early at #TheTampaCC or Riverwalk. 🚧 Franklin St. and TCC garage will be closed during this event. 📢 Expect loud noises Tues/Wed. #SOFWeek2026

Happy Global Meetings Industry Day! Business events drive progress by bringing people together to share knowledge & build trust. This year, #TheTampaCC is projected to generate a $156M+ economic impact for our community! #GMID2026 @TampaMeetings @CityOfTampa @USTravel @MPITBA

Huge congrats to Virginia (Ginny) Lindsey, our new Executive Chef with Aramark at #TheTampaCC! From earning her ProChef II Certification to leading events like the Tuxes & Tails Gala, Ginny’s 5 years of dedication have made an impact. Check out some of her incredible creations!

Big congratulations to our Event Services Supervisor, Erika O’Brien! 🎓✨ Erika just earned her Master of Science in Event Leadership from UCF @RosenCollege, the world’s #1 hospitality college. Her dedication to professional growth helps keep us at the top of our industry.

From our blue Florida skies to the vibrant orange of our sunsets, beauty is everywhere at #TheTampaCC. Help us bring home the gold for the 4th year in a row! ⏰ Voting ends TODAY! stellaawards.secure-platform.com/a/gallery/roun… #TampaProud #StellaAwards2026 #ColorHunt #MeetingProfs

Views like these are just one reason to vote for us. 🥂 Help #TheTampaCC keep the gold! We are nominated for the 4th year in a row in the Stella Awards. Vote here by this Friday 5/1: stellaawards.secure-platform.com/a/gallery/roun… 🏆 @CityOfTampa @TampaMeetings #TampaProud #StellaAwards2026

Nominated for the 4th year in a row! 🏆 Help #TheTampaCC keep the gold. We are once again up for Best Convention Center in the Southeast in the Stella Awards. Vote here through this Friday, May 1: stellaawards.secure-platform.com/a/gallery/roun… #TampaProud #StellaAwards2026

A new plan for the Tampa Bay Ferry is in motion! 🛥️The proposal out today features 2 boats & 7-days-a-week service directly to #TheTampaCC. This connection would bring visitors straight to our waterfront, supporting local shops & our economy. #TampaProud

Even more food options at Varsity Spirit cheer competitions: 🚚 Food Trucks: Outside the center 🦀 Harpoon Harry’s Crab House: Across the street

Attending Varsity Spirit cheerleading competitions in Tampa? 📣 Re-fuel today-Sunday: 🍔 Concessions: Exhibit Hall & 1st Floor 🐟 Big Ray’s Fish Camp Riverwalk at @TheSailTampa Proud to host attendees from 40 states & 10 countries with a $16M local impact!

A drone show over the waterfront made a great finale for IUCX’s 50th anniversary in Tampa. Their 2,000‑person event brought a $2.8 million estimated impact to our community.   Want moments like this at your event? Visit our site to start planning. 
#TheTampaCC #TampaProud

Traffic alert: Thousands of cheerleaders are at the Tampa Convention Center this Thursday–Sunday. Expect heavy traffic in Downtown Tampa, especially Thursday. Consider the free @TampaStreetcar or DASH! 🚋 This event brings an estimated $16 million economic impact to Tampa.

Our EXHIBITORLIVE 2026 Case Study is officially OUT! See how we delivered a $1.7M impact & a seamless "zero-shuttle" experience for the industry's top pros. If you're looking for a high-ROI venue, this is the proof. Read the deep dive: tampa.gov/news/2026-04/s… @TampaMeetings

The industry’s "Event of the Year" took over #TheTampaCC! EXHIBITORLIVE 2026 brought 2,000+ event pros & the latest trade show innovations to our walkable waterfront. See the full recap: 👇 youtu.be/zHkJwEEopFE?si…

The future is bright in Tampa! ☀️#TheTampaCC was buzzing this week as we welcomed the @FutureCareerAc! Hundreds of @HillsboroughSch students explored new career paths, walked the "Spirit Tunnel," and heard words of wisdom from Mayor @JaneCastor. #TampaProud

New music alert! Please welcome Dusty Vinyls Band on Saturday night and Dusek Duo on Sunday afternoon. Come support these awesome musicians by the water. Kids and dogs always welcome, so bring the whole family! 😎🎶

We’re hiring! The Tampa Convention Center, part of the @CityofTampa, is looking for a supervisor to join our Maintenance team. Apply by April 6, 2026. ▶️Job details: jobapscloud.com/Tampa/sup/bulp… #TheTampaCC #TampaJobs #MaintenanceCareers #FacilitiesManagement #NowHiring

Thank you to @SAGES_Updates for hosting your 2026 Scientific Session in Tampa! The event brought hundreds of surgeons focused on improving patient care, nearly $3M in local impact, and supported 1k+ jobs. And thank you to TGH for the warm waterfront welcome! #SAGES2026