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A planned $50 million entertainment destination in downtown Clearwater is advancing, with new details showing a cinema-anchored project designed to drive activity in the city\u2019s core.<\/p>\n
Plans include a seven-screen multiplex anchored by a more than 130-foot screen described as the largest in the world. Each auditorium will feature both Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, positioning the venue as a high-end theater experience.<\/p>\n
The project will serve as the flagship location for EVO Entertainment, which combines movie theaters with dining and interactive attractions. The concept brings cinema, food and entertainment into a single venue aimed at drawing consistent foot traffic downtown.<\/p>\n The development is part of a broader effort to reshape the Cleveland Street corridor and expand the district\u2019s appeal to residents and visitors. It is expected to support nearby retail<\/a> and hospitality uses while extending activity beyond traditional business<\/a> hours.<\/p>\n Read the latest Tampa news and updates<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n The main auditorium will be built around a Dolby cinema system engineered for the scale of the screen, reflecting how theater operators are investing in premium formats as they compete with at-home streaming.<\/p>\n The Cleveland Street Alliance, which has been involved in downtown redevelopment efforts, said the project is intended to increase activity within the urban core.<\/p>\n Developers did not release a construction timeline or opening date.<\/p>\n The project is part of broader efforts to reposition downtown Clearwater, where city leaders and private groups are working to increase residential density, expand entertainment offerings and strengthen long-term economic activity.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \n Explore the latest Tampa Bay business news<\/a>, real estate<\/a> deals, development projects, executive moves and company updates shaping the region.\n <\/p>\n<\/section>\nRead More Tampa Bay Business News<\/h2>\n
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