Tampa, Florida
The Big Guava
Nicknamed “The Big Guava,” Tampa, Florida, is one of the state’s most dynamic business and entertainment destinations. With its booming convention industry, waterfront attractions, and modern downtown venues, Tampa has become a go-to destination for corporate conferences, trade shows, and live productions that demand precision and high-level AV execution.
AV Engineers provides professional audio visual labor, technical staffing, and production support throughout Tampa Bay — including Downtown Tampa, Ybor City, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater. Our experienced AV crews deliver reliable, on-time, and polished service for conventions, brand activations, and large-scale corporate events.
Convention Centers & Event Venues
- Tampa Convention Center – A 600,000 sq. ft. waterfront facility hosting major trade shows, expos, and conferences.
- Amalie Arena – One of Florida’s premier venues for corporate activations, concerts, and live productions.
- JW Marriott Tampa Water Street & Marriott Waterside Hotel – Popular choices for business conferences and hybrid meetings.
- Florida State Fairgrounds & Expo Hall – A regional hub for large exhibitions and trade events.
- Armature Works & The Coliseum in St. Pete – Boutique spaces ideal for brand events and creative productions.
- Raymond James Stadium – Home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, also hosting large-scale corporate and entertainment events.
Notable Trade Shows, Conventions & Corporate Events
Tampa’s event calendar is filled with national and international productions, including:
- Synapse Summit – Florida’s leading innovation and technology conference.
- Florida RV SuperShow – One of the largest RV and outdoor expos in the U.S.
- Tampa Boat Show – Annual marine industry showcase requiring full AV coordination.
- Gasparilla Music Festival & Gasparilla Film Festival – Large-scale productions featuring stage and live broadcast AV.
- Southeast Builders Conference (SEBC) Tampa Edition – Major construction and design event.
- Florida Business Expo & Healthcare Leadership Conferences – Corporate events requiring breakout and hybrid AV setups.
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