Top Thonotosassa Venues

• Spaces for 10-120 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Meeting Space

The Courtyard by Marriott Tampa Oldsmar is a 99-room hotel in Oldsmar, Florida, renovated in 2021 and situated conveniently for both corporate gatherings and social celebrations near the Tampa Bay area. The property combines modern accommodations with flexible event facilities, making it a practical choice for planners looking for a full-service hotel venue west of Tampa. The hotel offers more than 2,600 square feet of meeting and event space across two dedicated venues. The Town Center Ballroom provides 1,330 square feet with floor-to-ceiling windows, a built-in projector screen, wireless internet, and a customizable layout — accommodating up to 120 guests for cocktail receptions or 90 for seated dinners. The Bayside Boardroom seats up to 10 and is suited for executive meetings and small private gatherings. On-site catering through The Bistro, complimentary parking, and a full liquor bar round out the event support. Guest rooms are available for attendees staying overnight, and Marriott Bonvoy event benefits apply to qualifying bookings.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Barrington Hill Weddings & Events is a private equestrian estate north of Tampa, Florida, set on rolling green hills with a live oak grove draped in Spanish moss and views across the surrounding valley. The plantation house, authentic barn, flower gardens, and open meadows together create a setting suited to weddings, corporate retreats, conferences, and private celebrations of all kinds. The estate accommodates both indoor and outdoor events and is designed to be fully customized — with no preferred vendor list, couples and event hosts bring their own licensed caterers while working with the on-site team for planning, coordination, and design. Packages include standard amenities such as handmade barn wood tables and benches, a dance floor, a bridal suite and groom's dressing room, outdoor café lighting, day-of coordination, and a bonfire area with outdoor seating. An in-house decor company offers wholesale pricing on florals and custom arrangements for those who want a single-source planning experience.

• Spaces for 60-225 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 4 Country Clubs
• 2 Meeting Spaces

Seven Springs Golf & Country Club is a semi-private club situated along Trophy Boulevard in New Port Richey, Florida, offering event facilities alongside two golf courses — a championship 18-hole course and an executive course — set among palm-lined fairways and water features. The club's banquet facilities include four distinct indoor event rooms accommodating groups from 60 to 225 seated guests. Ceremony and reception packages are available for weddings, with on-site getting-ready suites, photo-friendly grounds, and water and fairway views as backdrops. The club also hosts corporate functions, golf outings, and social milestones including birthdays, anniversaries, and showers. On-site catering, customized room setup, and a dedicated event coordinator are available across all event types, making Seven Springs a full-service option for private gatherings in the greater Tampa Bay area.

• Spaces for 150-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Total Spaces

Ardea Country Club is a private golf and country club in Oldsmar, Florida, set within the East Lake Woodlands community near Tampa Bay. Originally established in 1979 as East Lake Woodlands Country Club, the property underwent a comprehensive $11 million renovation in 2023 and relaunched as Ardea Country Club — a transformation that touched golf, dining, racquet sports, and family amenities throughout the grounds. The club hosts weddings, corporate meetings, golf tournaments, and milestone celebrations for both members and non-members. Five event spaces totaling over 11,000 square feet accommodate events up to 300 guests, including the Woodlands Ballroom and three distinct outdoor ceremony sites set against the backdrop of the club's two championship golf courses. Ardea's events team manages catering and bar service in-house and assigns a dedicated private event director to each booking. The club's racquet courts, resort-style pool, fitness center, and elevated dining round out the on-site experience for guests.

Travel back in time at the newly renovated Le Meridien Tampa, one of the finest boutique hotels in Tampa, FL. This century old Historic Federal Courthouse has been transformed into a one of a kind hotel. Located in the heart of downtown Tampa, this boutique hotel is the backdrop for exploring the city in style. Our onsite restaurant Sal Rosa Island Kitchen & Bar features a mix of Island Latin cuisine and Caribbean themed cocktails. Sal Rosa Cafe & Scoops offers specialty coffees, variety of house made gelato, pastries, and desserts. Iconic Tampa courtrooms have been repurposed as elegant hotel meeting rooms and event venues, offering 4,800 sq ft of meeting and event space. Contemporary facilities include an outdoor pool, 24 hr fitness center equipped with new Peloton bikes and Life Fitness equipment & a 24 hr sundries shop. Our boutique hotels 130 exquisite guest rooms and suites blend historic features with inviting comforts and state of the art technology to ensure memorable experiences in downtown Tampa.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

• Spaces for 600 Guests

The University Area Community Center is a 50,000-square-foot multi-purpose complex in Tampa, Florida, near the University of South Florida. Operated by the University Area Community Development Corporation, a 501(c)(3) public/private partnership with more than 20 years of service to the community, the center serves as a hub for events, programming, and neighborhood life. The complex offers a range of spaces available for facility rental, including a community room, an indoor performance stage, music and dance studios, a full-sized gymnasium, and a large lighted patio deck. Outdoor options include a bandshell, covered pavilion, and picnic area, making the center a flexible choice for events of many types — from performances and receptions to community gatherings and private celebrations.

• Spaces for 2,268 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Event Space

The Charlie Grimes Family Agricultural Center is a state-of-the-art, 21,375-square-foot climate-controlled facility situated on the Florida Strawberry Festival grounds in Plant City, Florida — about 30 minutes east of Tampa. The building rises to a 30-foot ceiling and features finished flooring throughout, making it well-suited for a wide range of gatherings, from livestock shows and trade exhibitions to concerts, school functions, and private events. The center offers flexible configuration options across its expansive floor, accommodating up to 660 floor-level seated guests alongside 1,608 retractable tiered bleacher seats. Built-in infrastructure includes a state-of-the-art PA system with optional LED signage, ceiling-mounted electrical outlets, internet access, a ticketing office, and multiple bathrooms. Two concession areas, 80 tables, 600 chairs, and optional staging and pipe-and-drape are available to support events of varying scale and format. With a large front parking lot and easy load-in access through multiple access doors, the Charlie Grimes Family Agricultural Center is designed to handle high-volume events efficiently while offering the flexibility that planners need for a broad range of programming.

• Spaces for 600-1,200 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The TECO Expo Hall is a 17,000-square-foot, climate-controlled event space on the grounds of the Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City, Florida. With 32-foot ceilings and finished flooring, the hall accommodates a wide range of events — from wedding receptions and banquets to trade shows, seminars, and reunions. The space is equipped with a built-in PA system, staging, a podium with wireless microphone, internet access, and optional LED signage. A 41-by-25-foot food prep kitchen area supports catering operations, while indoor restrooms and free on-site parking make the facility practical for large gatherings. Pipe-and-drape rental is also available to help define and dress the open floor plan. Situated within the iconic festival grounds at 2301 W. Oak Ave, the hall offers flexible, full-day rental packages and can be configured to fit events for up to 600 guests. The rental team coordinates directly with clients to outline available dates and licensing details.

• Spaces for 100 Guests

The Milton E. Hull Historical Armory Building sits on the grounds of the Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City, Florida. Its distinctive stone exterior gives way to a warm interior event room featuring a fireplace, a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows, and laminate wood flooring — a neutral, light-filled space that suits weddings, receptions, and private celebrations alike. The building offers 2,257 square feet of rentable space with 10-foot ceilings and multiple access points for easy guest flow. Tables, chairs, and a podium are provided, along with a limited kitchen area for food preparation. The venue welcomes outside caterers, offers complimentary parking, and includes internet access and indoor restrooms.

• Spaces for 350-700 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Convention Center

The Arthur Boring Civic Center is a climate-controlled event facility located on the grounds of the Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City, Florida. Spanning 11,000 square feet with 13-foot ceilings, the space accommodates up to 350 guests for banquets, wedding receptions, seminars, trade shows, and a range of private events. The center comes equipped with 350 chairs, 35 tables in both banquet and round configurations, a PA system with microphone, podium, and staging — making it well-suited for events that need built-in presentation infrastructure. A roll-up loading door facilitates setup for exhibitions and trade shows. Free on-site parking is available, and the facility is fully accessible with indoor restrooms.