Cabot Club Opens at Benchmark International Arena After Multimillion-Dollar Renovation
Vinik Sports Group and Cabot Citrus Farms partnered on the approximately 8,500-square-foot space, with OVG Hospitality handling culinary programming.
Vinik Sports Group has opened Cabot Club at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa after a multimillion-dollar renovation of an existing premium space. The approximately 8,500-square-foot club was developed through a partnership with Cabot Citrus Farms, the golf and lifestyle resort north of Tampa, and will serve guests at Tampa Bay Lightning games, concerts and select other arena events.
The renovated club has expanded seating, an upgraded kitchen to support a broader culinary program, a private dining room, and new technology and digital features. OVG Hospitality is providing the food, beverage and hospitality programming. The private dining room will be available for booking, according to an earlier Lightning announcement about the arena’s 2026–27 upgrades.
“We’re always looking for ways to elevate the experience for our fans and guests and build on the energy and momentum happening around Benchmark International Arena and throughout the Water Street district. As the neighborhood continues to evolve, we’re committed to ensuring the arena evolves with it, and we’re proud to partner with Cabot and OVG Hospitality to bring this vision to life. Together, we’ve created a destination that combines exceptional service, culinary excellence and exclusive amenities designed to create a truly memorable experience for our guests.” – Steve Griggs, Chief Executive Officer of Vinik Sports Group
The Cabot partnership gives the space its new name. Vinik Sports Group did not disclose the club’s capacity, membership pricing, renovation cost beyond describing it as multimillion-dollar, or the financial terms of the partnership.
“Cabot has always been about creating places where people can come together, enjoy meaningful experiences and make lasting memories. We’re excited to bring that spirit to Cabot Club and partner with VSG and Oak View Group to create a hospitality experience that feels distinctly Tampa and complements the energy of Benchmark International Arena.” – Jules Cowan-Dewar, Chief Marketing Officer at Cabot
Cabot Citrus Farms is a 1,200-acre golf and lifestyle destination less than 50 minutes from Tampa. Vinik Sports Group operates the arena, home of the Lightning, and has continued to renovate its premium spaces. The club’s opening follows the Lightning’s September preview of a remodeled ice-level club with a larger footprint, elevated menu, and private dining space.
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