Sports Planning Guide

Find the Perfect Sports Venue

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.

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Sports Planning Guide Magazine

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. 

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Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Where else can teams go from game mode to beach mode in minutes? In Greater Fort Lauderdale, you’ll
find elite facilities, seamless planning, and an after-game atmosphere that feels like paradise. Plan your next competition in the place that brings the action and relaxation—all in one.

Colorado Springs offers stunning scenery, flexible venues and plenty to do before and after the whistle blows. With approximately 60 national and international sports organizations, including many Olympic & Paralympic affiliates – it’s no wonder the spirit of competition runs deep in all our venues. From the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum to Weidner Field, we’ve got the ultimate playbook for planning your high-altitude event. Contact Cheryl McCullough at Cheryl@VisitCOS.com to start planning.

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Colorado Springs, Colorado

Sport Focused

Where2Play Guides

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.

Indoor Sports

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Location Focused

SPG State Guides

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!

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Trending in Sports

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.

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Booking with EventPipe to Check-In for Esports Events

Technology Is Revolutionizing Event Hotel Accommodations The esports arena, once the province of intimate gatherings, has exploded into massive spectacles that draw comparisons to the Super Bowl, fueled by a passionate gaming community and the streaming powerhouses of...

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Fields & Facilities

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.

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Eugene Oregon Track and Field is More Than Ready for a Spectacular Season

Eugene Oregon Track and Field is More Than Ready for a Spectacular Season

2022 is shaping up to be the greatest track and field year in the history of Eugene, Cascades and Coast and the entire state of Oregon. More than a dozen major track events are scheduled for the re-imagined Hayward Field at the University of Oregon, culminating with the World Athletics Championships Oregon22 in the summer—the first time it’s ever been held in the United States. To celebrate this exciting year, SPG has compiled a list of events, along with important information needed for preparation.

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Lacrosse is Coming to a Field Near You, But What is it?

Lacrosse has been around since before the 16th century when European settlers found Native Americans playing it, but in the United States it has just begun to grow in popularity in recent years. This extremely fast-growing sport deserves a deep dive into the history and evolution to define what lacrosse is, as it has the potential to be a great investment for athletic facility owners and tournament planners.

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Faces of Sports Tourism

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.

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