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The Florida Board of Bar Examiners, with the approval of the Supreme Court of Florida, announces that the in-person administration of the General Bar Examination scheduled for July 28 and 29, 2020,…

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Per Executive Order 2020-27, the Tampa Convention Center will require the use of face coverings for all persons while inside the facility for the safety of all guests and staff. Mayor Jane Castor has…

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We're proud to announce that our Director of Convention Services Suzanne Seder has been named Convention Services Manager of the Year by the Event Service Professionals Association! She was…

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We are happy to re-open our facility and welcome back our guests. Below are ways that you can help us achieve success in our goal to keep everyone safe. We ask that all guests comply with the…

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The Sail Plaza will re-open on Thursday, May 21, 2020. The team has been hard at work preparing to responsibly re-open for the safety of all guests, staff & the overall community. Both table…

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Out of an abundance of caution, the City of Tampa has postponed the 2020 Mayor’s River O’Green Fest scheduled for this Saturday, March 14. This decision was made after a meeting with the Hillsborough…

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Dear Sail Plaza Patrons,We are excited to announce a new change to our service style that will greatly improve guest experience! We will be shifting away from the seat-yourself system to a…

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Out of an abundance of caution related to Hurricane Dorian, last week the Tampa Boat Show decided to postpone their event until October 25-27.Originally scheduled for this weekend, September 6-8, the…

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The Tampa Bay Strength and Fitness Expo returns to the Tampa Convention Center this Labor Day weekend for the 3rd consecutive year. From August 30-31, this family-friendly event brings the health and…

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Chef Matt leads the Aramark culinary team at the Tampa Convention Center.  Aramark is the exclusive provider for all food, beverage and catering services both inside and outside the facility.…

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The Eagle has landed! SOFIC 2019 is currently underway at the Tampa Convention Center—bringing together military personnel from across branches.The Special Operations Forces Industry Conference (…

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The Tampa Convention Center is pleased to announce our new Sales & Marketing Manager—our very own Juan Lopez.Juan has worked as a valued Convention Service Manager (CSM) for 8 years at the Tampa…

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Pack your bags, convention-goers! Visiting Tampa just got even better.Tampa has always been a popular tourist destination for convention-goers and holidaymakers alike. But now, City of Tampa’s…

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The Tampa Convention Center’s exhibit hall is currently being transformed into a massive gymnasium for the Gasparilla Volleyball Kickoff Classics.10,000 athletes, coaches, and parents will visit…

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Last week, young scientists, engineers, and mathematicians put their best work on display at the HCSP STEM Fair.The Tampa Convention Center hosted this year’s annual Hillsborough STEM Fair on…

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  Last weekend the Florida Music Education Association (FMEA) hosted their professional development conference—the longest running convention in Tampa. Flutes, saxophones, drums, keyboards,…

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Performers from across the country traveled to the Tampa Convention Center yesterday in hopes of being on America’s largest talent show—America’s Got Talent.Doors opened for Season 14 of America’s…

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Mayor Buckhorn has appointed Una Garvey to Acting Convention & Tourism Director. “Una has been a steadfast employee with the City of Tampa for the last 35 years,” said Mayor…

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Make a Wish Southern Florida and Tampa Fire Rescue joined forces last week to grant 11-year old Samuel the wish of a lifetime—to be a firefighter for a day.Samuel, a Tampa local living with cystic…

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Beginning December 4, 2018, the ramp from the Riverwalk to the Platt Street Bridge will be temporarily closed.  More commonly known as the ramp with the hair-pin turn next to the large staircase…

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Over $215,000 worth of classroom furniture and equipment were donated over the weekend to local schools at the conclusion of the EdSpaces conference.EdSpace, a conference designed for educator,…

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A purr-fect event took place over the weekend, complete with adorable adoptables, outstanding performances, and even snow on the Riverwalk.Tuxes and Tails is the Humane Society of Tampa Bay’s annual…

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Pardon our waves! BIG upgrades are on the horizon that are sure to satisfy convention-goers and local foodies alike.This morning, construction barriers and fencing were installed right on schedule…

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The Tampa Convention Center Coffee Bar recently received a makeover thanks to local artists Tony Krol and Michelle Sawyer.The husband and wife duo, known by their moniker, Illsol, have worked on many…

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Work will commence the week of September 17 on one of Tampa’s favorite waterfront locations, The Sail.The project will reimagine the space around the 360-degree bar, adding new amenities like…