Nevada
Nevada continues to assert itself as a sought-after sports destination. With a combination of picturesque and diverse landscapes, all ripe for recreation, and high-caliber indoor venues, the Silver State is a home run when playing host. “The amount of public land in Nevada allows those hosting sports events more freedom than many other states,” says Tracie Barnthouse, chief communications officer at Travel Nevada. “Fans and hosts alike can take adrenaline pumping experiences from watching their favorite sporting event to a whole other scale with Nevada’s open landscape, while simultaneously enjoying some responsible recreation of their own.”
Nevada
Nevada continues to assert itself as a sought-after sports destination. With a combination of picturesque and diverse landscapes, all ripe for recreation, and high-caliber indoor venues, the Silver State is a home run when playing host. “The amount of public land in Nevada allows those hosting sports events more freedom than many other states,” says Tracie Barnthouse, chief communications officer at Travel Nevada. “Fans and hosts alike can take adrenaline pumping experiences from watching their favorite sporting event to a whole other scale with Nevada’s open landscape, while simultaneously enjoying some responsible recreation of their own.”
From the 1960 Winter Olympics to the American Century Celebrity Golf Tournament, Lake Tahoe is no stranger to the international stage. You can enjoy 365 days of available outdoor activities, over 10,000 hotel rooms, and a 24-hour entertainment scene—all amid the continent’s largest alpine lake and the snowy peaks of the Sierra Nevadas. Book space at a diverse array of indoor and outdoor venues, fully convertible sports arenas, and state-of-the-art facilities.
At 6,224 ft. above sea level, everything is elevated in Lake Tahoe—especially your event. Browse our lineup of sports venues right here.
Carson City is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, making it the perfect destination for sports enthusiasts whether they’re in the area to attend–or play–in a sporting event. Visitors can enjoy local area adventures outside the event thanks to the Sierra Nevada Mountains and Lake Tahoe.
Hotel Rooms: 1,400Hotel tax rate: ranges from 11 to 15 percent
Major Facilities:
- The Bob Crowell Multipurpose Athletic Center is a 41,000-square-foot indoor athletic facility with four high school basketball courts, two collegiate-size basketball courts, two futsal courts, four volleyball courts, and 12 pickleball courts
- John D. Winters Centennial Park Complex is a 59-acre sports facility with seven softball fields, one soccer field, and eight tennis courts
- Pete Livermore Sports Complex includes four youth softball fields, 10 soccer fields, and a BMX track
Visit Carson City, visitcarsoncity.com
Henderson is conveniently located near the Las Vegas Strip. The city offers a range of venues for most sports.
Hotel tax rate: 13Major Facilities:
- Lee’s Family Forum is a 200,000-square-foot multipurpose venue
- America First Center houses two sheets of ice
- Acacia Park has one baseball field and three multipurpose fields
City of Henderson, cityofhenderson.com
Lake Tahoe is North America’s largest alpine lake. The area blends natural beauty with year-round adventure, offering stunning scenery, endless outdoor activities, and versatile venues for most sports.
Hotel Rooms: 7,000Major Facilities:
- North Tahoe Regional Park hosts soccer, football, baseball, lacrosse, tennis, pickleball, and disc golf
- Squaw Valley Park has facilities for soccer, lacrosse, and disc golf
- Hard Rock Hotel & Casino offers more than 14,300 square feet of space
- Tahoe Blue Center is a multi-purpose venue with an NHL regulation-size ice rink, an NBA regulation-size basketball court that can also be used as a volleyball court and 27,000 square feet of open floor space
- South Lake Tahoe Recreation & Aquatics Center houses a six-lane, 25-yard lap pool
Visit Lake Tahoe, visitlaketahoe.com.
Las Vegas’s energy adds excitement to any event hosted here—and the same goes for the energy that an event and its fans bring to the city. The city’s compact footprint and proximity from the airport to any hotel, stadium, or restaurant not only make for a convenient experience but also help pack more into a visit.
Hotel Rooms: 151,000Hotel tax rate: 13 percent
Major Facilities:
- Allegiant Stadium houses 95,000 square feet of field event space
- T Mobile Arena is a 20,000-seat multipurpose indoor venue
- Michelob ULTRA Arena is a 12,000-seat
sports complex - Las Vegas Ball Park has a capacity of 8,196
The Las Vegas Convention Center boasts 4.6 million square feet of space and is within a short distance of the city’s 151,000 hotel rooms.
Contact:Las Vegas CVA, LVCVA.com.
Mesquite is a resort destination nestled in the picturesque Virgin River Valley, surrounded by distant mountain ranges and flat-top mesas. Visitors can choose from several fabulous championship golf courses, explore nearby national and state parks, or lounge by a sparkling pool.
Hotel Rooms: 1,647Hotel tax rate: 12.5 percent
Major Facilities:
- Hunter Sports Park features three lighted softball fields
- Old Mill Pickleball Courts offers 18 courts
- Pioneer Park includes three lighted fields for baseball and softball
- Mesquite Sports & Events Complex has five soccer fields
- Mesquite Recreation Center offers a multipurpose natural grass field and two gyms
Mesquite CVB, visitmesquite.com.
Situated between the Sierra Nevada mountains and desert landscapes, Reno Tahoe offers year-round outdoor activities, from skiing and snowboarding in winter to biking and water sports in warmer months.
Hotel Rooms: 15,902Hotel tax rate: Ranges from 13 to 13.5 percent, depending on the district; hotel resort fees vary
Major Facilities:
- Golden Eagle Regional Park has six softball fields, four baseball fields, stadium-size football/soccer field, four volleyball courts, and more
- Reno Events Center is a 7,000-seat multipurpose arena
- North Valleys Regional Park includes four soccer fields, two volleyball courts, basketball courts, and four baseball fields
- Rancho San Rafael Regional Park is a cross-country cycling and running venue
- Reno Sports Complex consists of four adult softball fields
- Reno Tennis Center houses 22 courts
The Reno-Sparks Convention Center hosts various sporting events, including volleyball, basketball, karate, judo, taekwondo, wrestling, cheerleading, dance, boxing, fencing, and more.
Contact:Reno-Sparks CVA, visitrenotahoe.com.