Broward Convention Center

Category: Events

  • Home Design Remodeling Show

    Home Design Remodeling Show

    Fort Lauderdale Home Design and Remodeling Show

    Home Design Remodeling Show

    South Florida’s Premier Home Improvement & Design Expo

    Exhibitor Floor & Displays

    • Show Floor: Expansive single-level exhibition hall displays.
    • Exhibitors: Hundreds of residential contractors & designers.
    • Categories: Kitchens, baths, impact glass, pools & roofing.
    • Designer Vignettes: Full-scale furnished room inspirations.

    The Home Improvement Epicenter

    Seminars & Celebrity Stages

    • Home Design Stage: HGTV & celebrity designer presentations.
    • Expert Seminars: Remodeling budgeting & smart tech advice.
    • Fine Art Gallery: Featured South Florida artists & sculptors.
    • Omni Access: Connected hotel for out-of-town exhibitors.

    Celebrity Speakers & Live Demos

    Exhibition Halls, Logistics & Attendee Services

    Exhibition Hall Features

    • Climate-Controlled Comfort: High-volume air filtration and expansive carpeted aisles for easy walking.
    • Interactive Demos: Hands-on displays featuring motorized pergolas, outdoor kitchens, and smart lighting.
    • Contractor Consultations: Direct face-to-face planning with licensed South Florida general contractors.

    Interactive Home Exhibits

    Parking & Attendee Comfort

    • Direct Garage Access: Park in the 3,000-space on-site parking structure and take covered elevators to the lobby.
    • On-Site Dining: Concession courts and artisan grab-and-go options provided by Legends Global Catering.
    • Waterfront Plaza: Step out onto the 6-acre Intracoastal plaza for fresh air between seminar sessions.

    Covered Parking & Amenities

    Home Show Attendee Tip: The Home Design and Remodeling Show is the premier weekend destination for homeowners across Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties. Park directly in the Eisenhower Blvd garage for rapid hall access, and explore nearby 17th Street restaurants for lunch after browsing the exhibits.

    Quick Reference Guide

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    Reserve Your Stay for Home Show Weekend

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    Dining & Transit Info

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  • TPIE

    TPIE

    Tropical Plant International Expo (TPIE)

    Global Foliage, Floral & Indoor Horticulture Trade Event

    TPIE Official Guide: Floor Plans, Dates & Convention Center Hotels

    Exhibitor Floor & Foliage

    • Trade Show Size: 350,000 sq. ft. across main exhibit halls.
    • Exhibitors: 400+ wholesale growers and suppliers.
    • Plant Categories: Tropical foliage, orchids, palms & succulents.
    • Retail Products: Planters, soils, pottery & greenhouse tech.

    The Living Plants & Floral Epicenter

    Education & Workshops

    • TPIE Roadshow: Educational production tours across South Florida.
    • Create Theater: Live design demos and biophilic trend stages.
    • Business Sessions: Retail strategy classes in Level 3 suites.
    • Omni Access: Direct connected hotel stay for delegates.

    Industry Workshops & Design Demos

    Exhibition Halls, Logistics & Attendee Services

    Horticulture Trade Displays

    • Living Green Displays: Thousands of wholesale tropical plant varieties, houseplant cultivars, and commercial foliage arrangements on display.
    • FNGLA Headquarters: Information kiosks, industry certifications, and association networking.
    • Freight & Plant Loading: Climate-controlled loading docks ensuring pristine plant conditions during move-in and breakdown.

    Commercial Greenhouse Displays

    Attendee & Exhibitor Services

    • On-Site Concessions: Multiple food courts and specialty coffee bars managed by Legends Global Catering across the show floor.
    • Covered Garage Parking: Direct elevator access from the 3,000-space parking structure into the main registration concourse.
    • Evening Receptions: Networking mixers hosted at adjacent 17th Street dining spots and the Waterfront Plaza.

    On-Site Dining & Easy Parking

    TPIE Planning Tip: TPIE welcomes nursery operators, retail garden centers, landscape architects, and plant brokers from around the globe every January. Booking your hotel along the SE 17th Street Causeway ensures a short, pleasant walk to the morning sessions and swift 8-minute rides to Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL).

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  • CruiseWorld Annual Conference

    CruiseWorld Annual Conference

    CruiseWorld Attendee Guide: Sessions, Ship Inspections & Hotels

    The Premier Travel Industry & Cruise Advisor Event

    Sessions & Workshops

    • General Sessions: Executive CEO keynotes in the Grand Ballroom.
    • Breakout Classrooms: Targeted training in 3rd-floor meeting suites.
    • STAR Program: Dedicated hosted travel advisor mentoring workshops.
    • Supplier Showcase: 200+ cruise lines, destinations & tech brands.

    Industry Leadership & Education

    Ship Inspections & Access

    • Port Everglades Piers: On-site access to premier cruise berths.
    • Direct Transfers: Dedicated inspection shuttles departing hall doors.
    • Multi-Line Tours: Exclusive walkthroughs on major brand flagships.
    • Omni Connection: Connected headquarters hotel for zero-commute stays.

    Direct Port Everglades Ship Access

    First-Timer’s Guide to CruiseWorld: How to Network and Inspect Ships Like a Pro

    Attending your first industry event can feel overwhelming, but arriving with a clear plan ensures you maximize every opportunity. From navigating massive exhibitor halls to stepping aboard premier vessels for live inspections, knowing how to manage your time is the secret to a successful experience. To help you hit the ground running, we have gathered the top tips every first-time attendee needs to know to network like a pro and get the most out of the event.

    CruiseWorld Annual Conference
    CruiseWorld Annual Conference
    • Map out key sessions early to ensure you hear from the top industry leaders.
    • Bring plenty of business cards to hand out while exploring the crowded exhibitor halls.
    • Wear comfortable walking shoes for traveling between booths and touring the cruise ships.
    • Take detailed notes during training so you can easily reference your new certifications later.
    • Follow up with new connections immediately after the evening networking events.

    Trade Floor, Networking & Gala Receptions

    Exhibitor Floor & One-on-Ones

    • Exhibition Halls A & B: Expansive single-level showroom featuring luxury cruise lines, river operators, expedition brands, and destination pavilions.
    • Prescheduled Appointments: Private one-on-one meeting hubs connecting qualified travel advisors with cruise line sales executives.
    • Tech Stage: Live software, CRM, and digital marketing demonstrations for modern agency operators.

    Supplier Showcase & Tech Pavilions

    Evening Receptions & Events

    • Waterfront Plaza Receptions: Sunset open-air cocktail events overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway.
    • Gala Dinners: Full banquet celebrations and awards ceremonies catered by Legends Global in the Atlantic Ballroom.
    • 17th St Networking: Walking-distance after-hours social gatherings across popular local dining venues.

    Waterfront Receptions & Dinners

    CruiseWorld Attendee Logistics Tip: Attendees can stay at the connected Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel or book walking-distance properties along the SE 17th Street Causeway. If taking part in the morning ship inspections, gather at the Level 1 transit concourse doors for direct motorcoach boarding to the Port Everglades security gates.

    Quick Reference Guide

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  • Flibs

    Flibs

    Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

    Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS)

    Indoor Exhibition Hub & Park-and-Ride Headquarters

    The official attendee guide for the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) at the Broward County Convention Center offers comprehensive details, including indoor exhibit specifications, water taxi routes, and parking shuttle schedules. It also highlights nearby hotel options to ensure a seamless experience at the world’s largest in-water boat show. For more details, visit the official FLIBS website.

    Indoor Exhibits & Vessels

    • Showroom Size: 350,000 sq. ft. of air-conditioned exhibit floor.
    • Vessel Types: Boats under 50 ft, center consoles, and skiffs.
    • Gear & Tech: Marine electronics, outboard engines, and tackle.
    • Anglers’ Lounge: Fishing seminars, culinary stages, and demos.

    The Marine Tech & Outboard Epicenter

    Park & Ride Shuttles

    • 3,000-Space Garage: Official covered parking hub for the show.
    • Water Taxi Docks: Direct water transfers to Bahia Mar and Pier 66.
    • Motorcoach Network: Free air-conditioned express loop shuttles.
    • Omni Access: Direct connected hotel stay for VIP attendees.

    Primary FLIBS Transportation Hub

    Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Boat Show
    Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Boat Show

    Transit Loops, Water Taxis & Show Venues

    Water Taxi & Shuttles

    • Waterfront Plaza Dock: Board Water Taxis from the new 6-acre outdoor Intracoastal plaza directly behind the halls.
    • Direct Bahia Mar Route: Connect to mega-yacht displays and superyacht slips without traffic delays.
    • Express Bus Lines: Continuous charter motorcoaches running loops across SE 17th Street and beachside corridors.

    Direct Water Taxi Connections

    FLIBS Show Venues

    • Broward Convention Center: Indoor boats, engines, electronics, accessories, and Anglers’ seminars.
    • Bahia Mar Yachting Center: Mega-yachts, superyacht village, and high-end lifestyle exhibits.
    • Pier 66 & Hilton Marina: Superyachts, custom tenders, brokerage slips, and private VIP hospitality docks.

    7 Interconnected Show Docks

    FLIBS Attendee Transit Tip: Avoid the heavy beachside traffic along A1A by parking in the multi-level parking garage at the Broward County Convention Center on Eisenhower Blvd. Tour the air-conditioned indoor exhibit halls first, then step directly onto the express shuttle buses or Water Taxi fleet for immediate transit to the in-water yacht docks.

    Quick Reference Guide

    • Parking & Transit: View convention center garage rates, clearance specs, and Water Taxi maps.
    • Hotel Directory: Compare 17th Street and marina corridor accommodations.
    • 17th St Dining: Explore 35+ restaurants within walking distance of the convention gates.

    Book FLIBS Hotels & Check Rates

    Reserve Your Stay for Boat Show Week

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    Dining & Transit Info

    Explore restaurants along 17th Street Causeway or review parking garage payment options.

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    Plan Your Full Event Stay