The Recreational
Summit

• Block Schedule

• 2026 Event Information Guide
• 2026 Qualifying Bid Guide
• The Recreational Summit Paid Bid Events

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

Spectator BAND:

• Join the Spectator BAND group to receive real-time updates, important announcements, and event information for the Youth Summit, Recreational Summit, and Celebration.
• Join the Spectator BAND Here

Admissions & Venue Information:

• Purchase Spectator Tickets Here
• 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.

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.

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

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

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

Universal Orlando:

• Purchase Tickets to Universal Here
• Required Customer Number to purchase tickets: 35983800

Busch Gardens/ Adventure Island:

• Purchase Tickets to Busch Gardens & Island Adventure Here
• Required Customer Number to purchase tickets: 35983800
• Tickets are valid April 19-30, 2026.

Pricing:

• Busch Gardens Admission Ticket: $85 (includes tax)
  • Valid for a single visit.
• Busch Gardens & Adventure Island Combo Admission Ticket: $105 (includes tax)
  • Valid for multiple visits over a 14-day period from the first date of use.

ZooTampa at Lowry Park:

• Voted among USA Today’s 10 Best Zoos and 13-time winner of TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award,
  ZooTampa is Florida’s most attended cultural institution offering unforgettable adventures to guests of
  all ages. Come nose-to-nose with a Florida panther. Witness life-saving care of majestic manatees. Go on
  a safari through Africa. And much more!
• Purchase Tickets to ZooTampa Here

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.