The Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority (THEA) has approved a $767.7 million, six-year Work Program that will invest in transportation improvements across the region, including several projects with direct benefits for Tampa’s Downtown. Among the key initiatives are the South Selmon Capacity Project, the Whiting Street Project, and improvements along the East Selmon Expressway. These critical corridors connect thousands of commuters, residents, visitors, and businesses to Downtown each day.
The program is designed to improve traffic flow, enhance reliability, and prepare the transportation network for continued population and economic growth. By investing in infrastructure that strengthens access to Downtown and surrounding communities, these projects will help support regional connectivity while making it easier for people to live, work, and visit Tampa’s urban core.
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The Tampa Convention Center is putting Tampa’s Downtown on the map after being recognized as one of the world’s premier event venues. The center was one of only five recipients across the globe who won the 2026 Venue Excellence Award from the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM). The honor recognizes exceptional performance in operations, safety, customer service, professional development, and community engagement.
The international recognition reinforces the Convention Center’s position as a leading destination for conventions, large-scale events and meetings in the Southeast. It also caps off another standout year for the Downtown venue, which has also earned multiple industry award nominations and accolades.
The Tampa Downtown Partnership’s Coffee with a… series continues on Tuesday, August 11, with Tampa District 5’s Councilwoman Naya Young at the Rialto Theatre. She will be joining Tampa Downtown Partnership’s President & CEO Kenyetta Hairston-Bridges in a fireside chat to discuss leadership, community priorities, and the future of Tampa’s Downtown.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with fellow Downtown professionals, community leaders, and stakeholders before the discussion. A special thank you to our event sponsor, Nibble Nook Catering, for providing coffee and a light breakfast to help kick off the morning. The event runs from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. at the historic Rialto Theatre. Registration is now open, and advance registration is encouraged.
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The Tampa Bay History Center has unveiled a new exhibition. Mapping the 14th Colony: British Florida and the American Revolution offers visitors a closer look at Florida’s unique role during the nation’s founding. It examines the history of East and West Florida during the Revolutionary War, and their fight for independence from the British.
Presented as part of the nationwide America250 commemoration, the exhibit provides an opportunity to explore an often overlooked chapter of American history right here in Tampa’s Downtown. The exhibit is now on display through November 29.
The Tampa Downtown Partnership invites Downtown property owners, businesses, residents, and stakeholders to participate in a series of Community Meetings starting this week to learn more about the Downtown Special Services District (SSD) and the programs it supports. Attendees will hear how SSD assessments are invested in services that enhance Downtown, including cleanliness and maintenance, beautification, public space programming, business development, mobility, urban planning, and other initiatives that help create a vibrant urban core.
Meetings kick off tomorrow Tuesday, July 14. Additional dates are July 16 and July 20. Attendees can attend virtually at the first and third events. Each session will provide an overview of the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Work Plan, while offering stakeholders an opportunity to ask questions, share feedback, and help shape the future of Tampa’s Downtown.
Join us on Wednesday, September 9, at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street as we celebrate the Tampa Downtown Partnership’s 40th Annual Meeting & Luncheon. This milestone event will highlight the Partnership’s accomplishments over the past year, introduce the 2026–2027 Board of Directors leadership slate, and commemorate 40 years of championing a vibrant Downtown.
Registration is now open, and attendees can take advantage of early bird pricing for a limited time. Secure your seat today and join Downtown’s business and community leaders for one of the Partnership’s premier annual gatherings. Our Annual Meeting & Luncheon wouldn’t be successful without the gracious support of our current sponsors:
Interested in sponsoring this event? Contact Lindsey Parks at lparks@tampasdowntown.com
DASH Driver Ambassadors ensure efficient transportation of individuals between 20+ designated DASH hubs within the Special Services District (SSD) of Tampa’s Downtown while being a friendly and inviting ambassador of Downtown. Driver Ambassadors operate a company-provided four-door EV and utilize app-based software to receive and accept ride requests, navigate hub locations, and track rides.
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July 17 >> Rhythm & Hues: An Alleyway Art Show | Rialto Theatre Alleyway
July 21 >> West River Live | The Boulevard – 1345 W Main St
Aug 5 >> Mayor’s Food Truck Fiesta | Lykes Gaslight Square Park
Aug 6 >> Rock the Park | Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
Sundays at 6pm >> Yoga in the Park | Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
Mondays at 6pm >> HIIT in the Park | Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
Tuesdays at 6pm >> Zumba in the Park | Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
Thursdays at 4-8pm >> Art on the House | Tampa Museum of Art
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