General Exhibitor Information
The 2025 AZA Annual Conference will be at the Tampa Convention Center! The premier event for zoo and aquarium professionals, the Annual Conference will be hosted by Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, The Florida Aquarium, and ZooTampa at Lowry Park, and will bring together more than 2,800 leaders in the community from a wide variety of disciplines for several days of:
- Networking with peers & sharing of successful programs
- Exploration of new ideas and best practices
- Learning about new technology, products, and services
A Fantastic Location
Located in the heart of Florida's Gulf Coast, Tampa is a vibrant city full of thrilling attractions and culture. Whether you are looking for adventure, the arts, or the great outdoors, Tampa is the premier location for a week of exciting experiences. Engage with AZA members and visit all three host institutions, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, The Florida Aquarium, and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
Unique Networking Opportunities
AZA is proud to provide unique opportunities to promote products and services, cultivate relationships, and stay informed and engaged with the zoo and aquarium community.
Creative Marketing Avenues
Sponsorship opportunities are specially designed to bring your company to the forefront, generate buzz and create a strong awareness of your brand to decision makers in the zoo and aquarium community. Additional information may be found in the prospectus.
Schedule
(tentative - subject to change)
| Monday, September 15 | |
| 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM | Exhibitor Move-in |
| Tuesday, September 16 | |
| 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM | Exhibit Hall Opens |
| Wednesday, September 17 | |
| 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Exhibit Hall Open |
| 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM | Exhibitor Move-Out |
2025 Booth Pricing
Booth prices: $2,650 each with corner space extra $200
- Inline Member: $2,650
- Inline Nonprofit/Government: $3,200
- Inline Nonmember: $3,750
Additional: $2,250 each (3 or more spaces)
- Additional Member: $2,250
- Additional Nonprofit/Government: $2,800
- Additional Nonmember: $3,350
20 x 20 islands: $9,150 each – Members Only
Each 10x10 space includes 2 complimentary full registrations
Booth Draw Schedule
- 40+ Year Exhibitors: Monday, May 19th, 11:00 am EST
- 30+ Year Exhibitors: Tuesday, May 20th, 11:00 am EST
- 20+ Year Exhibitors: Wednesday, May 21st, 11:00 am EST
- 10+ Year Exhibitors: Friday, May 23rd, 11:00 am EST
- 5+ Year Exhibitors: Tuesday, May 27th, 11:00 am EST
- 1+ Year Exhibitors: Friday, May 30th, 11:00 am EST
- Commercial Members: Wednesday, June 4th, 11:00 am EST
- General Public (Non-Members): Tuesday, June 10th, 11:00 am EST