How to use social media to market your sports venue
June 22, 2026
To find out what works and what doesn’t, we spoke to a couple of social media pros and compiled these proven tips.
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Hot new sports facilities
June 20, 2026
This roundup highlights recent openings that are changing how communities plan and host events, giving sports planners more options for tournaments, gatherings, and year-round programming in a range of settings.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Atlanta Event Guide: Venues, fan zones, and activations
June 15, 2026
From Centennial Olympic Park to brand-new mixed-use hubs like The CTR, Atlanta has built a walkable FIFA World Cup-ready district of venues, fan zones, food halls, and cultural spaces designed for global sports events.
How Sixes lacrosse is reshaping the sport
May 25, 2026
A faster, more compact version of lacrosse is gaining momentum across the U.S. and around the world. Sixes lacrosse is a streamlined, high-tempo version of the traditional field game, designed to prioritize speed, simplicity, and accessibility, and it will debut on the global stage at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
How destinations can capitalize on World Cup excitement, whether or not they are hosting a game
May 25, 2026
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to take place across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, the world’s biggest sporting event is no longer something happening an ocean away. For sports event organizers, it’s a moment to think bigger than a broadcast—leveraging the scale of the World Cup to design immersive, community-driven experiences that feel every bit as electric as being in the stands.
2026’s top 10 Ultimate Soccer and Lacrosse Venues
May 22, 2026
SportsEvents’ Top 10 Ultimate Soccer and Lacrosse Venues roundup recognizes the facilities across the U.S. that excel in hosting high-quality, large-scale competitions, as nominated and voted on by our readers. This year’s list highlights destinations that continue to elevate the standard for soccer and lacrosse events at every level.
How to bring your youth esports tournament to the next level
April 12, 2026
Together, organizers say esports events can be successful if planners understand both the technical requirements and the community aspect that drives participation. Here are seven tips for organizing a successful youth esports tournament.
Inside the world of cheer and dance
April 8, 2026
Growing participation, high-energy events, and strong partnerships with destinations are helping competitive cheer and dance become a powerful force in sports tourism.
Navigating the changing world of sponsorship
April 8, 2026
At a time when sponsorship decks are growing longer, and sponsor expectations are more complex, one Texas event offers a reminder that innovation doesn’t always require massive scale—it requires clarity of purpose.
Alternate arrangements: Why temporary structures are becoming a permanent part of event strategy
March 28, 2026
Temporary sports structures—from inflatable domes to fully built 34,000-seat stadiums—are increasingly giving planners new options for hosting competitions at every level. Designed to be constructed, used, and then dismantled, these facilities are redefining what a sports venue can look like.
