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Graduation Party at Straz Center for the Performing Arts

Grad party entertainment the graduate actually asked for.

Graduation parties, quinceañera celebrations, and senior milestone events at Straz Center for the Performing Arts call for entertainment the guest of honor will actually remember — and that their friends will photograph. A full-motion racing simulator delivers exactly that: it's premium enough to impress the parents, exciting enough to keep the graduate's friend group on the floor all night, and photogenic enough to earn its own set of social posts before the event ends.

Why sim racing works for graduation parties at Straz Center for the Performing Arts

Reason 1

A live leaderboard keeps every age group engaged — from the graduate's friends to the grandparents.

Reason 2

Custom on-screen name and graduation year graphics turn the rig into a personalized keepsake moment.

Reason 3

Beats renting a photo booth — guests are physically in it, emotionally invested, and talking about it.

How this event plays at Straz Center for the Performing Arts

SimsForHire sets up at venues like Straz Center for the Performing Arts in Downtown Tampa, Tampa for graduation and milestone celebrations across South Florida. We arrive during your venue setup window, install in under 90 minutes, and our operator manages the rig through the event — queueing guests, adjusting difficulty for different age groups, and keeping the leaderboard live on a dedicated screen. Custom screen graphics with the graduate's name, school, class year, and even a headshot are standard. For quinceañeras, we've run themed overlays in the event colors with the honoree's name styled to match the party aesthetic. The simulator runs as a feature of the party, not a replacement for it — positioned to complement the dance floor, not compete with it.

What we bring to your graduation

Full-Motion Platform

Sigma Integrale motion rig — tilts, rolls, pitches

Triple 39" Displays

Wraparound immersion for every driver

Direct Drive Steering

Simucube 2 force feedback wheel

Load-Cell Pedals

Heusinkveld professional brake & throttle

300+ Cars

Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, McLaren, and more

Live Leaderboard

Real-time rankings on a separate display

Featured cars for this event

Street GT3 F1

Planning details

Typical Audience

30–150

Budget Range

$2,500 – $9,000

Decision Maker

Parent or party host planning a milestone celebration

Packages for graduation parties at Straz Center for the Performing Arts are straightforward: pick a duration (typically 4–6 hours), pick single or dual rig, and tell us your custom branding details. We take it from there.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I rent a racing simulator for a graduation party at Straz Center for the Performing Arts?

Yes — graduation parties are one of our most popular formats at venues like Straz Center for the Performing Arts. We handle delivery, setup, operation, and teardown. Custom screen graphics with the graduate's name and class year are included in every package.

Is the simulator suitable for mixed ages at a graduation party at Straz Center for the Performing Arts?

Yes. Our operator adjusts difficulty levels on the fly — younger guests and first-timers get assisted driving modes, while experienced guests can run competitive lap times. The leaderboard works as a unifying element across the entire guest list.

Can I customize the simulator for a quinceañera at Straz Center for the Performing Arts?

Yes. Quinceañera packages include custom screen overlays in the event colors with the honoree's name and event date. We can match your color palette and incorporate custom graphics from your event designer.

How much does a graduation party simulator cost at Straz Center for the Performing Arts?

Graduation party packages at Straz Center for the Performing Arts start at $2,500 for 4 hours with a single rig, custom name graphics, and an on-site operator. Dual-rig setups for larger parties run $4,500–$6,500. Full 6-hour packages with premium branding run up to $9,000.

How much space does the rig need at Straz Center for the Performing Arts?

A single full-motion rig needs a 10×10 ft area and a standard 20-amp outlet. Most ballrooms, event lawns, and private dining rooms at Straz Center for the Performing Arts have more than enough space. We confirm placement during our pre-event site walk.

Book a grad party simulator at Straz Center for the Performing Arts

Tell us your date, guest count, and grad's details — we'll design the package.

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