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Archived News & Public Notices

Archived News & Public Notices

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The AAU National Gymnastics Championship rounded off nicely at the Tampa Convention Center over the weekend, as thousands of young gymnasts’ ages 5-18 competed in this nation-wide competition.This…

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This week, the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses is hosting their annual convention at the Tampa Convention Center. This event brings together nurses from across the…

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Great news convention-goers! Starting soon, the historic Tampa Streetcar will offer FREE rides and increased service for anyone wishing to hop aboard! This is thanks to a $2.67 million grant from the…

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As history buffs packed the Tampa Convention Center today for AP US History exam grading, a different academic subject was being studied just outside our facility—led by scientists from the…

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Angela Pitts | 12 January 2017What: Brews & Bites EventWhen: January 12th 2018 6:00pm-11:00pmWhere: The Sail 333 S. Franklin Street Tampa, FL 33602Tampa, FL—Starting at 6:00pm this evening, The…

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Tampa, FL—Kicking off Black History Month, the City of Tampa Black Heritage Committee, Inc. (COTBHC) will host their 30th Annual Black History Celebration this Friday, February 2nd 2018 at 11am.In…

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This Monday and Tuesday the Tampa Convention Center hosted the annual Hillsborough County Public School STEM Fair. The HCPS STEM Fair is the biggest event of its kind in the state.  This…

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Tampa, FL—Over 10,000 athletes, coaches, and spectators gathered at the Tampa Convention Center last weekend for the JVC Gasparilla Volleyball Tournament. Featuring over 30 courts, the Tampa…

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Race registration: Friday, February 23rd, 2018.Road races: Saturday, February 24th & Sunday, February 25th, 2018Traffic is expected to be heavier than normal this weekend in and around downtown…

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Tampa, FL—On Sunday, Tampa’s infamous pirate ship sailed away from the Tampa Convention Center, but not without bringing smiles to children’s faces yet again.A heartwarming event took place on the…

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It’s safe to say that this year’s HCPS SLAM was a slam dunk!This week, the annual Hillsborough County Public School SLAM event allowed students of all grade levels to meet some of their favorite…

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Here’s a bit of news to brighten your Tuesday! Last week, the Lumbermen’s Merchandising Corp donated leftover convention materials to Habitat for Humanity.As part of our Save the Resources initiative…

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With waterfront views, a downtown location, and 600,000sqft of event space, the Tampa Convention Center has earned its position as a world-class facility.Each year, we host a number of major events—…

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Flooring is the foundation on which a home is built. And no one understands this more than the National Wood Flooring Association and Habitat for Humanity.As part of our Save the Resource initiative…

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Get ready to pack your bags! A brand new luxury hotel recently broke ground next door to our facility—offering a premium lodging option for convention goers when they visit Tampa. Strategic…

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Between an “enemy village” at The Sail, helicopters on our roof, and ships exploding near our docks, it is safe to say that SOFIC brought an action-packed week to the Tampa Convention Center.Amongst…

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Tampa, Florida—Last weekend, the Florida United Numismatists (FUN) Show attracted thousands of coin enthusiasts and traders to the Tampa Convention Center with a unique collection of rare and high…

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by Angela PittsNovember 22, 2017Tampa Convention Center—Last weekend countless car enthusiasts raced to the Tampa Convention Center to explore some of the latest innovations in the auto industry…

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Tampa Convention Center makes it easy to do business with well-appointed, comfortable spaces, Wi-Fi access, an on-site business center,  audio/visual services, and in-house receiving and…

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Stepping out of the Tampa Convention Center’s Channel entrance, visitors can find themselves on the beautiful Tampa Riverwalk. 2.6 miles long, this waterfront walking/biking path is one of Tampa’s…