Benchmark International Arena is thrilled to welcome the Tampa Bay community for a three-day, weekend-long FREE EVENTS “Open House” celebration, Friday, Oct. 17 through Sunday, Oct. 19. The arena will host free events designed to connect with the community and showcase the arena’s many offerings.
Enjoy family-friendly food & drink pricing and open access to explore the arena — part of Vinik Sports Group and Benchmark International’s commitment to making events accessible, welcoming, and fun for everyone.
Fans are invited to the Tampa Bay Lightning Watch Party and Oak View Group’s Taste of Tampa on Friday, October 17 at 6:00 p.m. inside Benchmark International Arena. Guests can enjoy the action as the Bolts face the Detroit Red Wings, paired with a culinary experience featuring local vendors and regional bites from Oak View Group’s in-house culinary team.
Country music star Maren Morris will headline a free entry concert on Saturday, October 18 at 7:00 p.m. at Benchmark International Arena. Fans can look forward to an evening of powerhouse vocals and chart-topping hits, creating a high-energy performance that showcases one of country’s most celebrated artists.
Families are invited to a rare opportunity to skate on the Tampa Bay Lightning’s home ice on Sunday, October 19 beginning at 9:00 a.m. with advance reservations required for 45-minute sessions. Guests will also find family-friendly food and beverage pricing throughout the day, making it a memorable experience for skaters and spectators alike. Non-skaters and spectators should select the non-skating admission offer.
Guests can enjoy a special movie screening of Disney Pixar’s Inside Out on Sunday, October 19 at 4:30 p.m. inside Benchmark International Arena. This family-friendly showing offers a unique way to experience a beloved film in a setting like no other.
