Bradenton opens convention center after $54M expansion
By Madalyn Blair
Tampa Bay Business Journal
Published: Nov 17, 2025

Bradenton Area Convention Center has officially opened following its multi-million-dollar expansion and renovation.

The $54 million project in Palmetto has 95,000 square feet of conference space, making it the biggest convention center between St. Petersburg and Naples, according to a news release. It’s geared for small to mid-sized meetings, hosting groups up to 800.

TO READ MORE CLICK HERE TAMPA BAY BUSINESS JOURNAL