Evening Events & Tours

Monday, June 1

Evening Event at ZooTampa at Lowry Park

Join your colleagues for an unforgettable evening at ZooTampa at Lowry Park, one of the nation’s most acclaimed zoological parks and a recognized leader in wildlife conservation, animal care, and immersive guest experiences. Frequently ranked among the best zoos in the United States, ZooTampa provides a remarkable setting for this special conference event.


The evening includes time to explore the zoo, highlighted by a first peek at ZooTampa’s new Manatee Critical Care Center, showcasing the zoo’s renowned leadership in rescuing and rehabilitating Florida’s beloved manatees.


Enjoy buffet dinner, drinks, and networking with fellow attendees. Motor coach transportation will be provided from the Tampa Marriott Water Street.


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Tuesday, June 2

Evening Event at The Florida Aquarium

Celebrate the FAA with your colleagues for a special evening at The Florida Aquarium, one of the nation’s premier aquariums and a recognized leader in marine conservation and immersive guest experiences. Consistently ranked among the best aquariums in the United States and honored for its innovative exhibits and conservation work, the Aquarium offers a spectacular setting for this conference gathering.


The evening includes time to explore the Aquarium, highlighted by the Aquarium’s new Tidal Pool, showcasing Florida’s coastal ecosystems.


Enjoy a buffet dinner, drinks, and networking with fellow attendees. Located in Tampa’s Water Street district, the Aquarium is just a short walk or trolley ride from the Tampa Marriott Water Street.

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Wednesday, June 3

Back of the House Tours

Go beyond the guest experience and step behind the scenes. Tampa-area attractions invite you for an exclusive look at their “back of the house” operations — the places, people, and processes that bring their unique magic to life each day.

 

From operations and maintenance to guest services, animal care, technical production, and more, these guided tours offer a rare opportunity to see how leading attractions execute excellence behind the curtain. Discover best practices, spark new ideas, and gain insights you can bring back to your own organization. (limited capacity)

 

  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park
  • The Florida Aquarium