Sports Planning Guide is your go-to resource for organizing seamless and successful sporting events. Whether you’re scouting the perfect venue, navigating logistics, or looking for expert insights, we provide the tools, guides, and industry trends to help you plan with confidence.
Sports Planning Guide Magazine is our annual, all-encompassing guide to everything the sports event planner needs. Insightful feature articles, state guides, and site inspections provide you with 488 pages of sports event planning goodness.Â
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Ocala/Marion County offers the high-quality facilities and accommodations sports planners are looking for! This Florida destination features venues for regional and national competitions at both amateur and professional levels, including swimming, golf, baseball, basketball, softball, volleyball, soccer, and more! Being the Horse Capital of the World®, the destination is also home to the largest equestrian competition facility in the US.
Planning a sports event just got easier. Our Where2Play (W2P) guides bring together top-tier facilities from our annual Sports Planning Guide (SPG) into concise, sport-specific collections for organizers like you.
Explore these curated resources today and get one step closer to hosting an unforgettable sporting event.
Explore our State-by-State Sports Planning Guides to discover top venues, local resources, and expert insights for hosting a successful tournament or competition. Whether you’re looking for world-class stadiums, multi-sport complexes, or hidden gems, our guides provide everything you need to plan with confidence. Select a state to get started!
Stay ahead of the game with the latest trends shaping the sports industry. From emerging event planning strategies to cutting-edge venue developments, we bring you insights that keep your playbook up to date. Whether it’s new technology, changing regulations, or innovative tournament formats, this is your hub for what’s trending in sports.
After hosting the largest-ever Sports ETA Symposium, discover how Joel Koester and the Tulsa Sports Commission are helping to transform Tulsa, Oklahoma, into a premier sports tourism destination
How sports like beach volleyball and beach soccer are becoming strong contenders in the world of sports tourism
Discover the best venues for hosting unforgettable sports events. From state-of-the-art stadiums to versatile multi-sport complexes, we explore top facilities, upgrades, and must-know details to help you find the perfect fit for your next tournament or competition. Whether you’re scouting locations or seeking expert facility management insights, this is your go-to resource.
Explore 10 of the best kayaking destinations across the Southern United States.
Whether you’re aiming to plan a tournament or compete yourself, SPG has identified some of the top spots where you can hit the court and shoot some hoops.
Our interview series offers a unique platform for event planners, sports events rights holders, and enthusiasts to gain insider perspectives from industry leaders. Whether it’s discussing the intricacies of organizing international competitions or exploring innovative strategies for boosting local economies through sports tourism, our interviews are designed to inform, inspire, and engage.
Explore IRONMAN’s Rockford debut with John Poole as he shares race strategy, community impact and what’s next for the global brand.
Transforming communities: William Knox shares insights on growth and innovation in sports tourism, the importance of family, and more.
