Minutes from Washington, D.C., Fairfax County, Virginia is a premier sports tourism destination, offering top-tier venues for both indoor and outdoor events. Two standout facilities—The St. James and Patriot Park North—showcase the county’s ability to host a wide range of tournaments year-round.
The St. James features 450,000 square feet of indoor sports excellence. This state-of-the-art megasportsplex includes a FIFA turf field (100,000-plus square feet convertible to 12 basketball/16 volleyball courts), four NBA courts (convertible to nine volleyball courts), an Olympic pool (52 meters, 10 lanes), and two NHL ice sheets. Beyond competition spaces, The St. James delivers fun and convenience with amenities like a waterpark, an arcade, climbing walls, a Ninja Warrior course, golf simulators, party and meeting rooms, a spa, a retail boutique, and a full-service restaurant—making it a true all-in-one destination.
Winner of SportsEvents magazine’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Award for “All-Star Outdoor Sports Event Venue,” Patriot Park North—the county’s cutting-edge baseball and softball complex—has become a favorite among tournament organizers. The facility includes four 90-foot and two 60-foot all-turf, Musco-lit diamonds with adjustable bases, portable mounds, and temporary fencing for maximum flexibility. Amenities abound, including warm-up areas, covered and wrapped dugouts, electronic scoreboards with wireless controllers, a climate-controlled press box with elevator access, a 360° observation deck, a playground, concessions, free Wi-Fi, and 477 parking spots—making it ideal for diamond-sport competitions.
Along with 100-plus rectangular turf fields, these venues make Fairfax County a powerhouse for hosting travel sports events. The area offers convenient accommodations (100-plus hotels and 19,000-plus rooms) alongside iconic attractions like George Washington’s Mount Vernon and the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Udvar-Hazy Center. Plus, with easy access to D.C.’s world-famous monuments, museums, and memorials, athletes and families can easily mix competition with unforgettable sightseeing.
Ready to play? Fairfax County is ready to host.
