State Spotlight:
Wyoming

With a rich cowboy and rodeo heritage, Wyoming is a unique destination for hosting a sporting event. Add in its picturesque mountains, wide-open plains, and authentic Western atmosphere, and the Cowboy State is truly an ideal backdrop for events big and small. “Wyoming’s unique charm lies in its ability to blend rugged outdoor adventures with genuine Western hospitality,” said Hailey Mach, public relations manager for the Wyoming Office of Tourism.
“The state offers a diverse range of sports venues—from expansive rodeo arenas to challenging mountain trails. The authentic cowboy culture provides a distinctive touch to sporting events, making them not only competitions but cultural experiences. Wyoming’s commitment to preserving its Western heritage ensures that sports events here come with a touch of tradition and a backdrop of stunning natural beauty, making them truly unforgettable for both participants and spectators.”

With a rich cowboy and rodeo heritage, Wyoming is a unique destination for hosting a sporting event. Add in its picturesque mountains, wide-open plains, and authentic Western atmosphere, and the Cowboy State is truly an ideal backdrop for events big and small. “Wyoming’s unique charm lies in its ability to blend rugged outdoor adventures with genuine Western hospitality,” said Hailey Mach, public relations manager for the Wyoming Office of Tourism.
“The state offers a diverse range of sports venues—from expansive rodeo arenas to challenging mountain trails. The authentic cowboy culture provides a distinctive touch to sporting events, making them not only competitions but cultural experiences. Wyoming’s commitment to preserving its Western heritage ensures that sports events here come with a touch of tradition and a backdrop of stunning natural beauty, making them truly unforgettable for both participants and spectators.”

Campbell County

In the northern part of the state is Campbell County. The area features great venues for sporting events, including Cam-Plex Multi Event Center, Energy Capital Sports Complex, and Bicentennial Park.

Hotel Rooms: 2,200
Hotel tax rate: 7 percent
Major Facilities:
  • Campbell County Recreation Center is a 189,000-square-foot venue with three basketball courts, a 200-m indoor track, five tennis courts, and more
  • Energy Capital Sports Complex features four baseball/softball fields
  • Bicentennial Park boasts 10 natural turf soccer fields, six softball fields, two baseball fields, and eight tennis courts
Convention Center:

Cam-Plex Multi Event Center boasts more than 1,000 acres of possibilities with 144,000 square feet of indoor event space and hosts everything from horse racing and indoor soccer to basketball and hockey.

Contact:

Campbell County CVB, visitgillettewright.com.

Casper

Casper is an appealing sporting event destination for a variety of reasons, including ease of access and its central location. Combined with abundant recreation options, like hiking and mountain biking on Casper Mountain, fishing and floating the North Platte River, boating on Alcova Reservoir, and checking out cool offerings like the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center, and sporting teams and families can have a well-rounded time in Casper.

Hotel Rooms: 2,400
Major Facilities:
  • Ford Wyoming Center is a 28,000-square-foot multipurpose facility, the largest arena in the state
  • Casper Mountain Biathlon Club hosts summer and winter biathlons, cross-country skiing, running, and mountain biking
Contact:

Casper Sports Alliance, www.VisitCasper.com.

Cheyenne

From the Frontier Days Arena at Frontier Park to the Event Center at Archer, Cheyenne can offer multiple venues for all types of sporting events.

Hotel Rooms: 2,800
Hotel tax rate: 13 percent
Major Facilities:
  • Frontier Days Arena typically hosts rodeos
  • Rodeo Arena at Archer hosts rodeos
  • Event Center at Archer is a multi-use facility capable of hosting a variety of indoor sports
  • Powers Field and Cheyenne Junior Baseball Complex host softball, Little League baseball, and legion baseball tournaments
Contact:

Visit Cheyenne, Cheyenne.org.

Laramie

Laramie offers a diverse range of venues, varying from the Indoor Tennis Complex to the Arena-Auditorium Basketball Venue or the War Memorial Football Stadium.

Hotel Rooms: 1,500
Hotel tax rate: 13 percent
Major Facilities:
  • The UW Tennis Complex consists of six indoor courts
  • Louis S. Madrid Sports Complex is a scenic soccer and track and field venue with seating for more than 700
  • Jonah Field at War Memorial Stadium is a 30,000-seat football stadium
  • The Grandstands Arena at the Albany County Fairgrounds has a capacity of 2,500
Contact:

Visit Laramie, visitlaramie.org.