Florida Audio Expo sets return to Tampa for February 2027

Florida Audio Expo will return to the Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore from Feb. 19-21, 2027, bringing audiophiles, manufacturers and dealers back to Tampa for three days of demos, seminars and exhibitor showcases. The show also named Plan Ahead Events as event manager and David Weintraub as show ambassador as it prepares for expanded programming.

Why it matters: - The 2027 Florida Audio Expo is set to draw the high-end audio industry back to Tampa for a three-day event centered on demos, product discovery and business networking. - The show’s new management support and ambassador role signal a push to scale the event and improve the attendee and exhibitor experience.

What happened: - Florida Audio Expo will return to the Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore for its 2027 show. - The event is scheduled for Feb. 19-21, 2027. - The expo plans to bring together music lovers, audiophiles, manufacturers, distributors, dealers and other industry professionals from around the world. - Plan Ahead Events has been engaged as the show’s professional event management company. - David Weintraub will serve as the official Show Ambassador for the 2027 event. - Ammar Jadusingh, John Chait and Mike Bovaird will keep their key show management roles.

The details: - The expo says Plan Ahead Events’ experience with large-scale industry events will support the show’s continued growth. - Weintraub’s role is expected to help foster relationships across the audio community and support the show’s development. - Attendees can expect an expanded exhibitor lineup, new programs, seminars, high-end car audio, live demonstrations and a marketplace. - The show says several special announcements will be unveiled in the coming months. - Additional details, exhibitor information, registration dates, hotel booking information and program announcements are expected soon. - The Florida Audio Expo website is the company’s announcement hub.

Between the lines: - The additions suggest Florida Audio Expo is trying to build on its consumer audio base while adding more structure and polish around event operations. - Keeping the existing management team in place while bringing in outside event expertise points to continuity paired with expansion.

What's next: - Florida Audio Expo will release exhibitor details, registration timing, hotel booking information and programming updates in the coming months. - The next milestone is the Feb. 19-21, 2027 show in Tampa.

The bottom line: - Florida Audio Expo is betting on a bigger, more organized 2027 return to Tampa with more programming and stronger industry outreach.