Top Zephyrhills Venues

• Spaces for 8-10,000 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Theater
• 5 Total Spaces

The RP Funding Center is a multipurpose entertainment complex in downtown Lakeland, Florida, offering more than 100,000 square feet of meeting and exhibition space. Originally opened in 1974 as the Lakeland Civic Center, the facility has served as a cornerstone of the Central Florida events scene for over 50 years, hosting concerts, conventions, sporting events, weddings, and large-scale social celebrations. The complex encompasses three primary venues — the George Jenkins Arena, the Youkey Theatre, and a full suite of convention and meeting spaces — accommodating groups ranging from 8 to nearly 10,000 guests. Renovated in 2019, the facility features updated interiors, in-house catering through award-winning culinary partner Levy, an in-house audio/visual team, and more than 2,000 on-site parking spaces. Complimentary Wi-Fi and two adjacent on-site hotels make the RP Funding Center a self-contained destination for events of virtually any scale.

With attentive, flawless service, the setting exudes old world elegance. The best dining options are available at Avila for a wedding or other special occasion. Choose from five Clubhouse private dining rooms, the Terrace, or a place of your choice to celebrate at Avila. Participate in an extravagant gala, a cozy dinner, a hors d'oeuvres and cocktail reception, or a generous buffet. Our team of experts in catering and special events will take care of every last detail. Up to 200 people can be seated in the Avila dining rooms, and 300 people can stand during a standing reception. For seated gatherings, private conference rooms have a capacity of 10 to 50 people. For a wedding celebration or any other special occasion, Avila offers the best dining options. The service is attentive and flawless, and the atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. We have a variety of menu packages available, or we can help you design your own. Our culinary and special events experts will take care of every last detail for you. Participate in a sumptuous gala, classy sit-down dinner, a cocktail gathering with heavy hors d'oeuvres, or a generous buffet. Up to 200 guests may be seated in our Main Dining Room, and up to 300 people may attend a stand-up reception. You can hold your ceremony in our wood-floored Atrium or utilize it as a sophisticated dance floor where you and your guests can enjoy dancing to your favorite music while admiring our magnificent Atrium chandelier. To make sure that your big event is the most remarkable and unforgettable occasion imaginable, Avila's friendly staff will cater to all of your needs and details.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

• 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 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.

• 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 300 Guests

• Spaces for 175 Guests

• Spaces for 60-2,218 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Theater
• 7 Total Spaces

The RP Funding Center — known for decades as The Lakeland Center — is a multipurpose entertainment and convention complex in downtown Lakeland, Florida, situated approximately 35 miles east of Tampa and 55 miles southwest of Orlando. Operated by the City of Lakeland, the facility encompasses more than 100,000 square feet of meeting and exhibition space across seven distinct venues, welcoming over 500,000 attendees at 500-plus events each year. The complex is anchored by the George Jenkins Arena, which seats up to 1,450 for banquets and scales to nearly 10,000 in full-arena configuration, and the Youkey Theatre, a 2,218-seat performing arts venue that hosts Broadway productions, symphony performances, corporate general sessions, and dance competitions. For conventions and trade shows, the Exhibit Hall and Sikes Hall together offer more than 52,000 square feet of divisible, column-free space. Wedding receptions and banquets find a natural home in the Lake Hollingsworth Ballroom, a 5,000-square-foot carpeted ballroom with chandelier lighting that accommodates up to 300 for seated dinners. All spaces include complimentary Wi-Fi, and the venue provides in-house catering through its partnership with Levy. Two on-site hotels — SpringHill Suites and Hyatt Place — sit directly adjacent, with an additional 2,500 hotel rooms within two miles.

• 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.