Our dedicated staff and trusted partners are committed to making your experience with us seamless and hassle-free.
We are here to support you every step of the way. For your convenience, we have compiled comprehensive information about exhibiting at the Broward County Convention Center and an overview of the extensive services we provide. It’s our way of ensuring you have the resources you need to make the most of your time at the Broward County Convention Center. We look forward to being an integral part of your experience here.
Event Planning Guide
There are no permanent ATM within our facility. The Broward County Convention Center is now a cashless facility.
There is no business center within the convention center. Arrangements should be made through events Exhibit Service Contractor. For more guidance on shipping and receiving view page 30- Freight Deliveries, and contact your Event Manager.
Edlen Electrical Exhibition Services, Inc.- stands ready to provide show management and exhibitors with the finest service and equipment available. The main exhibit halls on the first level provide a 100AMP 3 Phase service every 30 feet on center. Larger electrical services are available along the East and West perimeter of the exhibit halls. Water and Air services are conveniently available through access points located in the exhibit hall column supports and conduit is available for sub-floor routing. Electrical service is available upon request in all meeting rooms and ballrooms. Utilization of permanent wall or column electrical outlets requires prior written approval by Show management. Distribution of these utility services must be requested through Edlen Electrical.
Contact email - fortlauderdale@edlen.com | 954.607.7255
Order HereBased upon event type and attendance of over 800 a mandatory Emergency Medical Technician will be employed during show hours to administer emergency first aid treatment. All staffing supplies and supplemental emergency medical equipment are supplied exclusively by the Center. An EMT will be scheduled as needed. The current hourly rate is listed in the Special Services Rate Sheet. For Sporting Events, the EMT does not act as an Athletic Trainer.
Please contact your designated Exhibitor Services Contractor for all equipment needs. BCCC does not rent equipment or dollies to exhibitors/ EACs.
Our goal is to enrich the guest experience and build upon your vision through food by offering chef-driven creativity and distinguished hospitality. Each selection is expertly crafted to showcase Fort Lauderdale’s unique culinary flavors, ensuring that venue guests enjoy the sunny and vibrant flavors of the city.
With unmatched dedication to delivering top-notch experiences at every event, our catering team raises the bar on partnership, drawing from expertise that spans five continents and more than 350 of the world’s most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention and exhibit centers, and performing arts venues.
Food & Beverage product sampling requires prior approval from the center and a Certificate of Insurance (COI).
See More Info below for the Exhibitor Menu, Order Form, Sample Food Request Form, & Cooking Requirements.
More InfoThe venue provides a complementary guest services agent during event hours. They are located at the 2nd floor Main Entrance / Sky Bridge. Guest services provides wheelchairs, local recommendation, & access to our Sunflower Quite room. Contact your Event Manager for more details.
Contact your designated Exhibitor Services Contractor for all cleaning needs. BCCC does not provide cleaning within the Exhibit Booths.
Complimentary basic Wi-Fi is available under BCCC-GUEST in pre-function space only. The Internet Technology (IT) Department provides dedicated exclusive services that can be tailored to meet specific show management and exhibitor needs. The facility can provide Internet connectivity at high speeds (Fiber –Optic, Cat 5 and Cat 6 infrastructure) through the Broward County Convention Center. All Exhibit Hall floor pockets, meeting rooms and ballrooms are equipped with Ethernet connection and capabilities.
Contact | Latela Blue | 954.302.8944 | LBlue@ftlauderdalecc.com
Order HerePlease contact your designated Exhibitor Services Contractor or Show Management for move-in and move-out schedules, rules, and assigned locations. The loading dock is designated strictly for loading and unloading only. All exhibitors are required to park in the parking garage. Oversize parking over 6’- 8” is not available. Please consult your Exhibitor Services Contractor/ Show Management for further guidance and direction.
Our Marketing team offers a variety of marketing services designed to elevate brand awareness, enhance the guest experience, and grow event attendance with our branding and promotional opportunities. We offer social media support, website presence, and branding opportunities including the use of our Digital Screens.
For advertising & branding opportunities, email Marketing@ftlauderdalecc.com
More InfoUniformed Broward Sheriff’s Officers (BSO) are the ONLY ARMED security permitted in the facility. Any special security services regarding police must be arranged through the Event Manager. Minimal deputies will be at the discretion of the center’s management as deemed necessary. Police is required for the following events: Box office, Cash shows, Over 3000 people per day, Sporting Events/ Tournaments, High traffic events
The Center has the capability to change door locks to designated rooms. Request for keys should be made through the Event Manager and all keys must be returned on the last day of the event. In compliance with NFPA Life Safety Code doors cannot be blocked, chained, or altered in any way. The Center reserves the right (at all times) to access any area if necessary.
The Center maintains exclusive 24-hour security. The Building Security Staff maintains 24-hour security coverage for the Center's perimeter areas, internal corridors, and life safety alarm system. They also secure exterior and interior access doors as well as monitor internal traffic flow.
Building Security Staff handle all lost and found and provide wheelchairs. All incidents of injury, vandalism, building damage, theft, etc. should be reported to the Event Manager immediately. Following notification of any incidents, Building Security Staff will initiate appropriate reports and investigations.
Central Security | 954.765.5931
The Center Event Security Staff is provided exclusively by Allied Universal Services include: show and overnight event staff, badge checkers, ticket takers, coat & luggage check, etc. Event Staff are required for all events during move-in, event, and move-out hours. These costs are in addition to the rental agreement. Allied Universal representatives will be in contact to develop a comprehensive, cost-effective personnel plan. Minimal staffing will be at the discretion of Center Management as deemed appropriate after carefully considering the nature and character of the event.
Contact | Allied Universal | Rory Siegel | 561.445.3323 | Rory.siegel@aus.com
Order FormEverlast Productions-The in-house creative studio and event production company, specializing in audio, video, lighting, staging, scenic design & creation, rigging, technical & creative producing, and content creation for unique, challenging, and groundbreaking projects across a broad range of markets. Everlast Productions is the exclusive provider of motors, truss and rigging equipment. Everlast Productions is responsible for the review and approval of ALL rigging plans prior to the commencement of all shows along with providing a rigging supervisor for the install, operation and dismantle of all rigging projects. All rooms within the facility are equipped with in-house sound systems. Everlast Productions is also responsible for the patching of these systems.
Contact | Rob Ligotti | 954.636.9627 | RLigotti@everlastproductions.com | www.Everlastproductions.com
More InfoTechnical Services (Exclusive)
The Center has a collective bargaining agreement with IATSE Local Union 500. IATSE is the Center’s exclusive Technical Services personnel. The Technical Service personnel are required for the rigging in the Ballrooms and Exhibit Halls, excluding aisle signage for trade shows. All audio-visual load-in, set-up, event production, move-out, and load-out are to be employed by the Center Technical Services personnel. All contractors providing staging and production, or audio- visual production may provide supervision only.
Contact: Howard Friedlander | 954.302.8879 | Hfriedlander@ftlauderdalecc.com
More InfoValet Parking (Exclusive)
The Broward County Convention Center does not offer full time valet service. The BCCC does have an exclusive valet provider should you want to offer this service to attendees. Arrangements should be made at least thirty days prior to the event.
Our team at Visit Lauderdale and the Broward County Convention Center is ready to assist with all of your planning needs. We’ll go above and beyond to ensure your event is as unforgettable as our enviable weather, while remaining committed to keeping your attendees safe and feeling at ease. We look forward to partnering with you on your upcoming event.
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