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.
North Little Rock, Arkansas is becoming a go-to destination for sports tourism in the South! From youth tournaments to major sporting events North Little Rock boasts nearly 2,000 acres of multi-sport complexes all in one location. With access to 2,000+ parking spaces, permanent restrooms and concessions throughout, 17 soccer fields, a youth baseball complex, a softball complex, 12 outdoor pickleball courts, 6 indoor tennis courts, and 24 outdoor tennis courts, Burns Park is a sports paradise.
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.
The best organizations will be raising the bar and following a smart plan in the upcoming year As we noted last year in this column, sports tourism now has a better seat at the collective tourism table than ever before. Destinations are dedicating more time and...
Charlotte’s lengthy sports business lineage includes the likes of NASCAR, the NBA’s Charlotte Hornets, the NFL’s Carolina Panthers, Charlotte FC and continued community investments by the greatest of all time, Michael Jordan.
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.
With NHL and minor league teams continuing to pop up in the west, it’s no surprise that ice hockey is gaining in popularity. As a result, critically more than ever, it’s also expanding in its diversity and outreach. As the current seasons begin to wrap up, event planners will be looking for the best venues for 2022–23.
The sport of pickleball has gained tremendous popularity in the last few years, and with ideal warm weather year-round, Florida has always attracted snowbirds and retirees.
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.
