Watsco Center

The Watsco Center, located at 1245 Dauer Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146, is a 200,000 square foot, 8,000+ seat multipurpose entertainment facility managed by OVG 360. It is situated on the University of Miami campus in the heart of Coral Gables, Florida.

Meeting, Conference, and Event Facilities

The Watsco Center offers a variety of spaces for meetings, conferences, and events, each with its own unique amenities and capacities.

Main Event Hall

• Capacity: Up to 8,000 seats

• Function: Ideal for concerts, conferences, lectures series, and banquets

• Amenities: Carpeted locker rooms, player lounge areas for Men’s and Women’s basketball, training room facilities, dressing rooms, convention space, and banquet facilities

Convention, Trade Show, and Banquet Space

• Capacity: 21,160 sq. ft. (main convention space) and 4,500 sq. ft. (banquet space)

• Function: Suitable for large-scale events such as trade shows and banquets

• Amenities: Flexible layout options, ample space for exhibits and presentations

Executive Suites

• Capacity: Each suite includes 12 seats

• Function: Ideal for corporate gatherings or premium viewing experiences

• Amenities: Lounge area, television, phone, kitchen area with sink, and refrigerator

Specific Function Rooms

• Watsco Center Arena:

• Capacity: Up to 7,972 seats for concerts and events
• Function: Main arena for large-scale events
• Amenities: Flexible seating configurations, including banquet-style seating for up to 1,000 guests or reception-style seating for up to 2,000 guests

• Hurricane 100 Room:

• Capacity: 160 guests banquet-style or up to 460 guests for receptions
• Function: Smaller, more intimate space for meetings or events
• Amenities: Flexible seating arrangements, ideal for smaller gatherings

Services

The Watsco Center offers a range of services to ensure a seamless and successful event:

• Event Planning Support: Dedicated staff to assist with event planning and coordination.

• Amenities: Carpeted locker rooms, player lounge areas, training room facilities, dressing rooms, and convention space.

• Technical Support: Rigging grids and detailed rigging plans available for complex events.

• Catering Services: On-site kitchen facilities and catering options available.

• Security and Safety: Comprehensive security measures and emergency response plans in place.

The Watsco Center is equipped to handle a wide range of events, from intimate gatherings to large-scale conferences and concerts, making it an ideal venue for any occasion.