The Recreational
Summit

Dates for next season are now listed in the competition portal for your convenience. More information regarding this championship event will be coming soon.

2026 Information Coming Soon!

Coaches Event Communication:

Please join the Coaches BAND group, provided after registration for the most up-to-date information for coaches.

Event Registration Specialist:

Brooke McClary: BMcClary@varsity.com

Parking/Drop-Off/Rideshare Information:

• Click Here for information on parking.
• Drop-off and pick-up spots for Tampa Convention Center visitors, including ADA are located at Front Drive, directly located off Franklin Street, just past the Convention Center building.
• There is a rideshare/Uber/Lyft/taxi drop-off spot just beyond the entrance to Front Drive at 333 S. Franklin St., across from Water Street.

Entrance & Ticket Information:

• Venue Maps
• The Entrance is located at the Channel entry doors, accessed from Front Drive parking area. Take the stairs/escalators to the 2nd floor, where you can pick up your wristband.
  • ADA entrance is also located at the Channel entry point, but may enter through the first floor and use the elevators.

Varsity Spirit Fan/Spectator Code of Conduct – Code of Conduct

Security Information – Security Screening: The safety of the athletes and guests is our number one priority, and many of our host facilities have implemented enhanced security procedures for attendees. Some of these enhanced security measures include: All bags, purses, backpacks, waist packs, etc. will be examined prior to entering. We anticipate that additional time will be required for the coordination of these additional security measures. Please plan your arrival time accordingly.

Please review our prohibited items list: Prohibited Items

EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY:  

• Universal Event Photography will be taking action shots through-out the event and available for purchase. Click here to download the UEP brochure on how to purchase photos.   

Unlock Tampa Bay, the heart of Florida’s Gulf Coast. Discover adventures with a relaxing vibe and create an authentically Tampa Bay vacation experience with your whole team! Click the links below for more information!

• • Tampa Bay Deals for Varsity Spirit
  • Virtual Map
  • Digital Visitor’s Guide
  • Things To Do in Tampa, FL
  • Discounted Attractions in Tampa
    • Required Customer Number to purchase tickets: 35983800
    • Busch Gardens and Adventure Island 

This is a Housing Required Event.

For your convenience we have secured attendee blocks throughout the city with amazing rates specifically for Varsity All Star customers. Team Travel Source (TTS) has also successfully negotiated team friendly terms and conditions with each of our host hotels to take the worry and hassle out of booking hotel accommodations so that you can focus on your teams preparation and performance.  Booking through our housing partner TTS is required for all athletes, coaches and spectators attending this event.

If you have questions about Stay Smart please e-mail staysmart@varsity.com.