Raymond James Stadium
Tampa has a rich history of culture and arts, thereby holds impulsive artistic and performing arts events year-round. The region houses an array of performing arts venues, sports arenas, top clubs, expansive green spaces, and other fascinating attractions to get hooked on. There are many attractions to see and activities to do in the region. So, if you're planning to visit Tampa, make sure to check out the schedule of the events at Raymond James Stadium. Primarily a sports arena, Raymond James Stadium stands out for bringing the season's most popular events while offering eye-popping experience. Major concert tours, sports, and other family entertainment events… Raymond James Stadium has it all to make fun-lovers fall in love with it.

Hailed as the 'Crown Jewel', Raymond James Stadium is dedicated to furthering Tampa's growing popularity by providing top events from around the world. Two major sports teams, the University of South Florida Bulls and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers proudly call Raymond James Stadium their home. The Stadium has a capacity of 66,000 seats, and can be expanded to 75,000. It is named after Raymond James Financial, Inc., a diversified financial services company and is headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida. The history of this multi-purpose facility dates back to 1998, when modern stadium design concepts and groundbreaking innovations were incorporated to provide the ultimate guest experience.

Raymond James Stadium opened its doors with a game between Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Chicago Bears. The facility quickly earned a reputation as one of the best football venues in the NFL. Raymond James Stadium, also called 'The Ray Jay', hosted its first soccer game in March 1999. The game was played between Tampa Bay Mutiny and D.C. United. The facility also became a popular choice for special events and concerts. Today, it is also characterized distinctly for hosting the Super Bowl of Motorsports, Monster Jam Trucks and the annual Outback Bowl on New Year's Day. Raymond James Stadium was chosen to host the ACC Championship game and the 2009 Super Bowl XLIII.

The Ray Jay is owned and managed by the Tampa Sports Authority, and features many attractions to hooked on. One of the most striking features is The Pirate Ship. This 103-feet long attraction is an authentic replica of an early nineteenth century's pirate ship. On the stern of the Pirate Ship is perched an animatronic parrot. You may witness it at Buccaneers games, frequently talking to those passing beneath. It is controlled by remote and radio and often picks fans out of the crowd. Also is there a sound of a crow. When the stadium is empty, the cawing is piped through the main sound system. This prevents pigeons from roosting in the rafters of the stadium.

Those who are fortunate enough to be in Tampa this season should take a look at the current schedule of Raymond James Stadium. It has lined-up an array of big sports events that you wouldn't want to miss out on. Raymond James Stadium is brining sold out events to Tampa. Sports-lovers, it's your chance to own tickets to the sports event of your choice. So make sure to grab your tickets before they all sell-out and cheer on your favorite team!