Ocean Center in Daytona Beach

Ocean Center is a popular event venue and convention center located in the heart of Daytona Beach, Florida. With a seating capacity of up to 9,500 people, it is home to a wide range of events such as concerts, trade shows, and sporting events. The center now features a 94,000 square-foot exhibit hall, 12,000 square-foot ballroom, and 32,000 square-foot arena. The Ocean Center is also environmentally friendly, with a silver LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification. Aside from events, Ocean Center is within walking distance to Daytona Beach's famous Boardwalk Amusement Area and Pier, which features carnival rides, souvenir shops, and dining options. The Daytona Beach Bandshell, a historic outdoor music venue, is also a short walk away and hosts free summer concerts every Friday and Saturday night. Further down the beach, visitors can find the Daytona Beach Main Street Pier, which offers panoramic views of the ocean and is home to Joe's Crab Shack, a seafood restaurant. The Daytona Lagoon Water Park is also nearby, featuring water rides, a wave pool, and mini-golf.