Florida Buildings & Facilities Maintenance Show 2027
Event Date
April 28–28, 2027
Location
Tampa, FL
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Florida Buildings Engineering & Facility Maintenance Show (FB-FM) is a one-day B2B trade show and education event serving building engineering, plant management, and facility maintenance professionals. It is held at the Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall in Tampa, FL, and is produced by Pat Hoey Productions.
The show is positioned to serve professionals across the West Florida and Central Florida regions. Typical attendees include building owners, building and facility engineers, directors of facilities, energy managers, HVAC engineers and technicians, maintenance engineers and technicians, physical plant managers, plant engineers, property managers, purchasing managers, and operations managers who are sourcing products, services, and continuing education.
FB-FM combines an exhibit floor of suppliers with an on-site education forum, giving attendees a single-day opportunity to compare products, meet vendors, and gain industry knowledge close to home. Admission for attendees is free, and past exhibitors have praised the organizer for an easy, well-run experience that includes included booth furnishings, complimentary breakfast and lunch, free parking, and a lead-retrieval app.
Show Highlights
- Exhibit hall featuring suppliers of building engineering, HVAC, energy, safety, and facility maintenance products and services.
- Education Forum with industry presentations; the show issues an annual Call for Presentations for speakers.
- Included exhibitor amenities noted by past exhibitors: tables, table coverings and chairs, free parking in ample lots, complimentary breakfast and lunch, and a free lead-scanning app.
- Industry backing from organizations including BAMA, the Florida Safety Council, USGBC Florida, AFE, and AIFET, plus media partners BSM and FSM magazines.
- 2027 sponsors include Ferman Chevrolet (Platinum) and Tecta America West Florida (Gold).
Booth Pricing
Based on the 2027 exhibitor registration, booth space is priced as follows (each 10' x 10' booth includes one 6' skirted/draped table, two chairs, and a waste basket):
- One booth (10' x 10'): $1,825
- Two booths (10' x 20'): $2,725
- Three booths (10' x 30'): $3,525
- Four booths (10' x 40'): $4,325
- Each additional booth (more than 4): $900
- Corner booth add-on: $150 (two corners for a 10' x 20': $300)
Sponsorship packages are also offered, including Diamond ($6,500), Platinum ($5,000), and Gold ($3,500), along with à la carte options such as mobile app, billboard, education, breakfast, and lunch sponsorships. Optional marketing items (e.g., featured exhibitor tier, bold text or logo in the program listing) are $150 each, or $400 for the bundle. All payments are non-refundable.
Registration
Attendee registration is free. Attendees register online through the show's Attend page. Per the official site, 2027 attendee badges will be available for pick-up at the show on April 28, 2027 at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa.
Exhibitors register and pay online via the 2027 exhibitor registration form on the show website, selecting booth size, optional corner and marketing add-ons, and any sponsorships. Note for exhibitors: the deadline to submit a program listing is April 3, 2027, and detailed 2027 exhibitor/show-services information is scheduled to be updated in February 2027.
History
The Florida Buildings Engineering & Facility Maintenance Show is produced by Pat Hoey Productions (Sales Development Associates, Inc.), which runs a series of maintenance shows around the country, including editions in Boston and Philadelphia. Recent Tampa editions were held on April 16, 2025 and April 28, 2026 at the Florida State Fairgrounds, with the 2027 edition set for April 28, 2027. Exact founding year is not stated on the official site.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2027 Florida Buildings Engineering & Facility Maintenance Show?
The show takes place on April 28, 2027 at the Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall, located at 4800 US Highway 301 North, Tampa, FL 33610. It is a one-day event.
How much does it cost to attend, and how do I register?
Attendee admission is free. You register online through the show's Attend page, and 2027 attendee badges will be available for pick-up at the show on April 28, 2027 at the Florida State Fairgrounds.
Who should attend this show?
It is aimed at building engineering, plant management, and facility maintenance professionals in West and Central Florida, including building owners, facility engineers and managers, HVAC engineers and technicians, energy managers, plant engineers, property managers, and purchasing managers.
How much does an exhibit booth cost?
A single 10' x 10' booth is $1,825 and includes one 6' skirted table, two chairs, and a waste basket. Larger packages range from $2,725 (10' x 20') to $4,325 (10' x 40'), with additional booths at $900 each and sponsorships available; all payments are non-refundable.
Is parking available at the venue?
Yes. Free parking is available in ample lots at the Florida State Fairgrounds. Exhibitors should use the Orient Road entrance for move-in, and arriving early is recommended for the best parking.
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