Rays announce new Ballpark and District Experience Center for 2027
A lengthy press release on a new in-person Stadium preview experience, to be located behind the Marriott on Westshore.
The Tampa Bay Rays have announced plans for a new Ballpark Experience Center to open in early 2027, ahead of their projected ballpark opening in 2029. The Experience Center, located in Westshore, will allow fans, sponsors, and premium partners to visualize and experience the future ballpark and mixed-use district. Situated at 1111 North Westshore Boulevard at Westshore City Center, owned by Ally Capital Group and managed by Franklin Street, the center will cover nearly 15,000 square feet.
About one-third of the space will be open to the public, featuring retail, family-friendly experiences, memorabilia, and exhibits showcasing the new ballpark and district. The remaining space will offer an immersive journey for prospective season ticket holders, premium clients, and partners, allowing them to explore different seating options, hospitality areas, and group spaces using advanced technology.
Advent, a global experiential design and technology company, designed the Experience Center, with Gensler as the project architect and iConstructors as the general contractor. Construction is set to begin in October, with the Experience Center expected to serve as a full-time destination offering a team store, conference and meeting spaces, and other amenities.
The Rays have partnered with Ally Capital Group and Franklin Street for the project, which is seen as a significant investment in Westshore Business District, potentially elevating it as a dynamic live-work-play destination for Tampa Bay.
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