Bakersfield, CA
As the present home of the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors, Mechanics Bank Arena has hosted NCAA Division I basketball contests in the past and can be used to accommodate many indoor tournaments, events and concerts. The venue seats up to 10,225 with 17,000 square feet of floor space, and also houses the Bob Elias Kern County Sports Hall of Fame. Attached to the arena is Mechanics Bank Theater and Convention Center, which features a 17,480-square-foot exhibit hall as well as a 3,000-seat theater.
Bakersfield, CA
Home to Roadrunners athletics, California State University Bakersfield features top-of-the-line athletic facilities, including the Icardo Center for indoor sports. Home to the men’s and women’s basketball as well as volleyball programs, the Icardo Center is a 44,000-square-foot facility that can seat up to 3,495.
Fresno County, CA
Widely known for having the best sight lines in Central California, where every seat is close to the action, Selland Arena also boasts the largest general admission floor in the region, which expands its capacity up to 9,200.
South Lake Tahoe, California
With construction beginning in 2024, the City of South Lake Tahoe Recreation and Aquatic Center is scheduled to open in January 2026 to great fanfare, with amazing views of the lake and close proximity to Lakeview Commons Beach. This state-of-the-art center will feature a 24,775-square-foot gymnasium, perfect for multiple sports and events and different types of training. The second level will also have an aerobics and dance studio.
Colorado Springs, CO
The Broadmoor World Arena is the premier entertainment and sports venue in the Pikes Peak region. This multipurpose facility can seat 7,500 for hockey and other competitive sporting events and approximately 8,500 for concerts and various entertainment shows. The adjacent World Arena Ice Hall is an official Olympic Training Site and adds two sheets of ice—one NHL and one Olympic.
Colorado Springs, CO
The Edward J. Robson Arena, a multipurpose, sustainable sports venue, features 3,400 permanent seats and offers the flexibility to accommodate a variety of indoor sports and special events. The arena has hosted a variety of Olympic-related events, youth sports, camps and more. Robson includes competition space, seating, locker and restrooms, concessions, storage, in-house TV production capability and administrative space.
Colorado Springs, CO
This 35-acre complex offers sport venues and support facilities for fencing, gymnastics, judo, modern pentathlon, shooting, swimming, taekwondo, weightlifting and wrestling. The facility also includes a state-of-the-art sports medicine and sport science center, and an athlete center featuring a dining hall and multiple residence halls. The Olympic Training Center can provide housing, dining, training facilities, recreational facilities and other services for more than 500 athletes and coaches at one time on the complex.
Colorado Springs, CO
The Norris Penrose Event Center is ideal for hosting a variety of events and is the home of the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo. This 71-acre premier equestrian center includes a 5,700-covered seat stadium, indoor arena, 350 horse show stalls, food concessions and catering facilities, 20 plus acres of parking and over 70 RV hook-ups sites. On site is a 6,000-square-foot banquet facility overlooking the rodeo arena with an 1,800-square-foot balcony.
Lincoln, NE
Nicknamed “The Vault,” this multipurpose indoor arena unlocks great potential for tournament planners, offering 15,500 seats for spectator viewing. Located in Lincoln’s West Haymarket District, the arena is home to the University of Nebraska’s men’s and women’s basketball teams and is a premier destination for concerts.
Lincoln, NE
With a 100,000-square-foot indoor turf facility, an 80,000-square-foot indoor basketball and volleyball-centric facility as well as outdoor fields, the Speedway Sports Complex stakes its case for the most utilitarian of its kind within the entire region. The complex additionally features a performance training gym and an interactive trampoline park, giving family members something fun to do during long tournament hours.
Lincoln, NE
Located on the University of Nebraska campus, this multipurpose complex includes two main buildings which house Cornhusker gymnastics, track and field, volleyball and wrestling programs. A 7,907-seat main arena is home to the volleyball team, while the Devaney Sports Center Indoor Track features a 200-meter hydraulic-banked track and 5,000 seats.
Lincoln, NE
One of Lincoln’s newest facilities, the Kinetic Sports Complex boasts 93,500 square feet of indoor space with an eight-basketball or 12-volleyball court setup in addition to a 5,000-square-foot athletic training center.
Lincoln, NE
Located on over 100 acres, Lincoln Sports Foundation (LSF) boasts 11 indoor volleyball courts and one indoor turf field for sports like soccer, lacrosse and more.
Lincoln, NE
Creating meaningful memories with top-notch events is the goal of the Sandhills Global Event Center, home to the National Quarter Horse shows and many other events throughout the year. The LEC features a pair of arenas, three pavilions and office space. The National High School Finals Rodeo was held at the event center in 2021 and will be held there again in 2026 and 2027.
Edmond, OK
Kickingbird Pickleball Center features 12 indoor courts lit with new LED sports lighting. The indoor courts have been resurfaced and painted for competitive play, which can be utilized for all levels of play.
Norman, OK
This 122,000-square-foot sports facility on 12 acres was established in 2020 out of a need for a local and accessible recreation center. Norman native and NBA basketball player Trae Young found a solution. The space is used for tournaments and as a local recreation space. It comprises eight basketball courts and 12 overlaying volleyball courts. Also on the premises are men’s and women’s locker rooms, restrooms, a retail shop, a wellness space, a gym and concessions.
Oklahoma City, OK
Situated on the OKC Fairgrounds, Jim Norick Arena is a large multipurpose venue that can be utilized for a number of different events from ice hockey to rodeos and more. The arena has a capacity just shy of 11,000, which varies based on the type of sport or event, and once held the unique record for the largest roof of its type in the world. The arena features a floor measuring in at 120 x 250 feet, state-of-the-art video and sound technology, a Daktronics PS Series video board, multiple conference rooms and more.
Oklahoma City, OK
Located across from Jim Norick Arena is the Bennett Event Center, which is one of the largest event spaces in OKC. The center features 201,000 square feet of continuous exhibit space, a 12,000-square-foot front lobby and a 10,000-square-foot commercial catering kitchen for all types of events. Multiple sports tournament types are capable of being held at Bennett Event Center, everything from cheer to martial arts, esports and more.
Tulsa, OK
Easily accessible and located in downtown Tulsa, this award-winning 310,625-square foot facility offers flexible spaces for both small and large events. The center is walking distance from more than 2,000 hotel rooms and surrounded by vibrant music, art and culinary scenes. This multifaceted space has hosted events from arena soccer games to Central Hockey League contests.
Tulsa, OK
This 19,199-seat multipurpose arena was designed to accommodate arena football, hockey, basketball and concerts. Opened in 2005 at a cost of $196 million, the BOK Center—short for Bank of Oklahoma Center—sports a long HD ribbon screen that wraps around the three-level seating arena. Its second floor is an exclusive carpeted level with a complete bar, press areas and 37 luxury suites, each with 15 to 22-inch seats and furnished gathering and kitchen areas.
Tulsa, OK
Millions of visitors experience Expo Square, one of the top-ranked event complexes in the country each year, which features the SageNet Center, Exchange Center and Central Park Hall. At 448,000 square feet, the SageNet Center is one of the largest clear-span buildings in the world. The versatile space includes an upper and lower level. The 58,000-square-foot Exchange Center offers a successful event environment with three meeting rooms and drive-through doors. The 43,000 square foot Central Park Hall has two meeting rooms and two ticket offices making it perfect for trade shows, conventions and more.
Eugene, OR
Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene opened in 2011 and is one of the first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certified arenas in the NCAA. This 12,364-seat multipurpose arena is home to the University of Oregon Ducks basketball team. The venue features a 65,000-pound center-hung scoreboard and four 20-by-12-foot high definition LED monitors.
Eugene, OR
Located in Springfield, Bob Keefer Center for Sports is a planner’s dream when it comes to utility. The center features a 97,000-square-foot venue with three regulation-sized basketball courts, four indoor tennis courts, three roller derby rinks, 11 volleyball courts, eight pickleball courts, a 33-foot high climbing wall and a fitness center. One of the largest sports and recreation facilities in the Northwest, the center can accommodate any type of event, from small games to large scale tournaments.
Medford, OR
This new indoor 90,000-square-foot center for sports, aquatic and meetings opened in 2024 for leisure and competitive activities. The Rogue Credit Union Community Complex—referred to as Rogue X—boasts room for eight basketball courts and any variation for volleyball, pickleball, wrestling, cheer and dance competitions and more. The site also features food trucks, concessions and an information center to accommodate visitors and locals, alike.
Portland, OR
With a capacity of nearly 20,000, the Moda Center is the home to the NBA’s Portland Trail Blazers and junior ice hockey Portland Winterhawks, as well as concerts, conventions, and more. The state-of-the-art multipurpose arena can also be transformed into an intimate, 6,000-seat venue with its Theater of the Clouds and features six banquet rooms.
Portland, OR
Opened in 1960 as a memorial to veterans of all wars, Veterans Memorial Coliseum features a 12,000-seat arena, a 40,000-square-foot Exhibit Hall, and seven meeting rooms, and can be configured for a more intimate setting of 1,000. The original home of the Portland Trail Blazers now hosts more than 150 events each year including Portland Winterhawks hockey games.
Salem, OR
Spread across 185 acres, the Oregon State Fair and Expo Center presents a tremendous wealth of options for tournament planners. The Jackman–Long Building offers 48,000 square feet of indoor space, ideal for hosting indoor sporting events as well as boat or RV shows. The Pavilion is a 5,000–seat arena with 30,504 square feet of floor space.
Salem, OR
The Capital Fieldhouse is the ultimate health fitness, and indoor sports experience in the Willamette Valley. With more than 57,000 square feet of indoor space, this complex features six basketball courts and six volleyball courts, making it one of the largest in the region.
Salem, OR
This multi–sport indoor complex, measuring at 25,000 square feet, houses six volleyball courts, two basketball courts, as well as multiple training and meeting room space. NPJ Sports Complex holds multiple tournaments year–round and is a premier sports venue in the Pacific Northwest.
Seattle Southside, WA
Listed on the Register of Historic Places, Des Moines Field House is an ideal location for basketball tournaments, featuring a gym with 4,000 square feet and a capacity of 225 guests. With a plethora of walking and running trails, beach access and a marina offering wet and dry moorage for 840 recreational vessels, surrounding Des Moines Beach Park has indoor and outdoor space ideal for smaller youth sports teams and events.
Seattle Southside, WA
The 22,917-square-foot Highline College Pavilion in Des Moines seats 1,300 spectators and is equipped to be configured for up to two full basketball courts or six volleyball courts. Further facilities at the pavilion include a multipurpose room, locker rooms and showers.
Snohomish County, WA
This 49,000-square-foot fitness center offers a gym with a basketball court and retractable bleacher seating for up to 2,250 spectators, four team locker rooms, two coaches meeting rooms, a concession area and a multipurpose room. The venue has hosted the NWAC Men & Women Basketball Championships and multiple USA Gymnastics Washington State Championships and Regional Championships.
Snohomish County, WA
This 10,000-seat multipurpose arena features two NHL ice sheets that can be converted into a 57,000-square-foot space for hosting other indoor sports, trade shows and special events. The Edward D. Hansen Conference Center is equipped with three 900-square-foot meeting rooms and an 11,000-square-foot ballroom that can be arranged into a number of different configurations.
Vancouver, WA
Situated in the heart of the 106-acre Clark County Fairgrounds is a 100,000-square-foot sports facility boasting six event spaces. The Clark County Event Center includes an enclosed equestrian arena and numerous commercial buildings, adding flexibility and diversity to what they provide. Past events include the Mt. Hood Doberman Agility competition, kennel club shows, live MMA matches and dog obedience classes.
Yakima Valley, WA
Located on the grounds of State Fair Park and Event Center, the SunDome annually hosts WIAA State Championships in volleyball, basketball and dance/drill. This multipurpose indoor facility is an ideal venue for tournament planners, where 8,000 spectators can attend tournaments, events and conferences. Recently renovated, the SunDome now is outfitted with state-of-the-art video scoreboards, LED lighting and new permanent seats.
Yakima Valley, WA
Sozo Sports Complex saw its seventh year of development in 2023, when it continued to make progress on the Sozo Arena, a 120,000-square-foot indoor facility that will hold up to four futsal courts, six basketball courts or 12 volleyball courts.
Arlington, TX
AT&T Stadium can seat up to 100,000 spectators and this 140-acre, three-million-square-foot special events center, which cost a hefty $1.3 billion, remains one of the most expensive facilities in sports history. This climate-controlled stadium features dozens of high-tech amenities, including a retractable roof panel, 300-foot steel arches, a built-in turf with 26 interchangeable surface panels for other sports, concerts and truck rallies and a massive high-definition Mitsubishi video display board.
Arlington, TX
Located in The District, Esports Stadium Arlington is the largest venue in the country dedicated to esports. The stadium brings live entertainment and playing facilities for up to 3,000 fans and athletes alike. In addition to the stadium itself, the venue includes a production studio, a 6,000-square-foot permanent stage with modern lighting and LED video walls. Conveniently located less than a mile from AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field and Texas Live.
Corpus Christi, TX
American Bank Center is Corpus Christi’s premier venue for a wide range of indoor events, including conventions, sports, concerts and the performing arts. The complex encompasses a state-of-the-art convention center, the 10,500-seat American Bank Center Arena and the 2,526-seat American Bank Center Selena Auditorium. The Convention Center provides ample room across over 138,000 square feet of space to accommodate various events, with the ability to divide into 10 separate ballrooms.
Lubbock, TX
Located less than 15 minutes from Downtown Lubbock, the 60,000-square-foot APEX Event Center is a go-to for all types of events. APEX offers four hardwood courts and four multipurpose courts, which can be utilized for sports like basketball, volleyball, cheer, martial arts and more. Along with the eight courts, APEX also has two meeting rooms, which can also be rented out for parties, as well as plenty of concessions. Premier West Fitness is also located on-site, which is a full fitness center for members.
Lubbock, TX
Rock Solid Athletics (RSA) is a 43,000-square-foot facility, conveniently located near the Canyon West Shopping Center and a short drive southwest of Downtown Lubbock. The fully air-conditioned space is perfect for gymnastics competitions, also offering programs ranging from beginners to the most advanced athletes. Along with its new and well-maintained equipment, RSA also features dance rooms and a state-of-the-art, constantly changing ninja course.
Lubbock, TX
With 300,000 square feet of floor space to work with, Lubbock Memorial Civic Center is capable of hosting a multitude of sports, tradeshows and other major events. A variety of sporting events and tournaments excel here, including martial arts, cheer, wrestling, boxing and more. The Civic Center is also conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Lubbock, near dozens of restaurants, hotels and additional entertainment options, including the on-site, 900-capacity Moonlight Musicals Amphitheatre.
Lubbock, TX
Home to Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball and volleyball, United Supermarkets Arena is currently the largest indoor collegiate sports arena in the Lone Star State with a total of 15,300 seats. Along with the collegiate sports teams, the arena often hosts pro wrestling events, concerts and more.
Round Rock, TX
Round Rock Sports Center has welcomed numerous sports events, including the USA Deaf Basketball National Tournament, the iSET College Table Tennis National Championships and the USA Judo Senior National Championships. The facility boasts 82,800 square feet of indoor space, with more than 47,000 square feet of flexible, playable space that can be configured in several different layouts. It has a total capacity of 3,053, with seats for more than 1,400 spectators.
Tucson, AZ
Located in the heart of downtown Tucson, the Tucson Convention Center comprises 205,000 square feet of event space and nearly 9,000 seats in the arena. Ballrooms, pre-function spaces and exhibit halls are just some of the aspects available to make any event a success.
South Lake Tahoe, NV
Tahoe Blue Events Center is a premier venue for hosting major events and indoor sports tournaments that is a must see. Located along Lake Tahoe’s south shore, the $100-million project features 27,000 square feet of floor space with seating for 4,200 for sports. An additional 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting space is also available. Home to the ECHL’s Knight Monsters, the center is surrounded by plentiful restaurants, shops and recreation areas on top of hotels and ample parking.
Davis County, Utah
This cutting-edge facility encompasses a sprawling 55-acre sports campus. Along with many outdoor facilities, you’ll find a 180,000-square-foot multipurpose indoor facility, complete with two arenas featuring fixed seating, ideal for basketball, volleyball and other indoor sports tournaments. It also features wellness and sensory rooms, sports medicine and team rooms, and a concessions market. Anticipated to open its doors in the fall of 2024, it promises to be a game-changer in the world of sports and recreation.
Layton, Utah
Located in Layton, Utah, Davis Conference Center is a premier venue for events. The conference center boasts over 70,000 square feet of flexible event space, including a variety of meeting rooms, ballrooms, exhibit halls and breakout rooms that can accommodate events of various sizes and types. The spaces are equipped with modern audiovisual technology and can be customized to meet specific event requirements. The venue is equipped with advanced technology to support presentations, multimedia displays and seamless connectivity.
Surrey, BC
This state-of-the-art multipurpose facility offers three full-sized rinks that are also equipped for sledge hockey events. With that much ice, it’s no surprise that Surrey Sport and Leisure Centre is popular for hosting provincial skating events and many Fraser Valley hockey tournaments. In addition to the ice, the facility also has a weight room, fitness studio, pool and more for athletes, family members and the community as a whole to enjoy.
Surrey, BC
Offering 20,000 feet of exhibit space, multipurpose rooms and plentiful parking, South Surrey Arena’s Olympic-sized rink is perhaps its best feature. The high-quality rink, which is home to junior hockey’s Surrey Eagles, allows for 1,200 seated spectators. The arena’s close proximity to an athletic park and the South Surrey Recreation Centre provide gymnasiums, fitness studios, child-minding services and more.