The Lakeland Center

The RP Funding Center, located at 701 W Lime St, Lakeland, FL 33815, is a premier event venue in Central Florida, ideal for hosting a variety of events including meetings, conferences, and exhibitions. Here is a detailed description of its meeting, conference, and event facilities:

Meeting and Event Spaces

• Total Meeting Rooms: 15

• Largest Contiguous Exhibit Space: 27,848 sq ft

• Gross Function Space: 124,000 sq ft

• Theater-Style Seating Capacity: Up to 2,750

• Arena Capacity: 6,100

• Banquet Capacity: Up to 1,450

Function Rooms and Capacities

• Lake Hollingsworth Ballroom:

• Reception Capacity: 464
• Seated Capacity: 5,000

• Jenkins Arena:

• Capacity: 8,178

• YouKey Theatre:

• Capacity: 2,236

• Exhibit Hall:

• Capacity: 2,834

• Sikes Hall:

• Capacity: 1,865

• Lake Parker Room:

• Capacity: Not specified

Key Features and Services

• In-House Catering: Provided by Levy

• In-House A/V Services: Dedicated audio/visual support

• Guest Services: Comprehensive support for event attendees

• Security: Professional security services

• On-Site Hotels: Hyatt Place (127 rooms) and Springhill Suites (126 rooms)

• Parking: Over 2,000 parking spaces on-site

• Public Wi-Fi: Complimentary public Wi-Fi

• Accreditation: GBAC STAR Accredited facility

Additional Amenities

• The RP Funding Center offers a wide range of services including media relations support, crowd management, equipment rental, ticketing, and utilities.

• The venue is strategically located near Interstate 4 and the Polk Parkway in Lakeland, making it easily accessible from both Tampa and Orlando.

This comprehensive facility ensures a seamless and enjoyable experience for all guests, making it an ideal location for various events and conferences in Central Florida.