Celebrating 10 Years of the St. Pete Innovation District
State of Science & Innovation
January 28, 2026 | 5:00 – 7:30 PM | USF St. Petersburg
This event features fast-paced presentations from our most dynamic innovators whose ideas are shaping industries locally and making waves globally.
St. Pete Science Festival
February 7, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Poynter Park, USF St. Pete, FWC
An annual regional celebration where families and the public can explore the wonders of hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).
10 x 10 Celebration
April 10, 2026 | 5:00 – 7:30 PM | Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
For the Innovation District’s tenth anniversary we’re celebrating the projects that have powered our community — accelerating growth, igniting innovation, and creating impact that lasts.
Anniversary on the Wharf
November 13, 2026 | 4:00 – 6:30 PM | The Maritime and Defense Technology Hub
The Maritime and Defense Technology Hub didn't just open five years ago; it launched a community. Today, it is a catalyst for innovation, driving critical advancements in national security and maritime technology. This event will celebrate the Hub's 5th Anniversary and close out the District's 10th Anniversary.
ARK will share more success and an update as to what’s coming next at their Open House on Wednesday, November 19th.
The St. Pete Innovation District is bringing back its podcast—and with it, a fresh wave of stories from the heart of St. Petersburg’s innovation ecosystem
Last month, the Maritime and Defense Technology Hub kicked off the school year with a lively Retro Back-to-School themed Happy Hour. Tenants brought their families, and the space was filled with throwback snacks, classic laser backdrop photo ops, and plenty of nostalgic fun.