LANSING, Mich.—Several sports events will bring more than 9,000 athletes and thousands more coaches, families, and spectators to the Lansing area in September. The Lansing Sports Commission will host the Capital City River Run, Skate Wars, and more.
“We’re excited to welcome thousands of athletes to Greater Lansing this month,” says Meghan Ziehmer, executive director for the Lansing Sports Commission. “Events like these fuel our local economy and support local hotels, restaurants, and venues. It’s a true team effort, and we are grateful for our partners and volunteers who make it all possible.”
Below is a list of sports events that will take place in Lansing, Michigan. More information can be found at: LansingSports.org/visiting-athletes/upcoming-events/.
Skate Wars (Roller Derby)
Sept. 6-8, Lansing Center
Athletes expected: 250
CCM Michigan Classic Tier 2 (Hockey)
Sept. 6-8, Biggby Coffee Ice Cube East Lansing
Athletes expected: 150
Spartan Invitational (Running)
Sept. 13, Forest Akers East
Athletes expected: 3,000
Capital Area Autumn Classic (National Soccer)
Sept. 13-15, Soccer fields across Greater Lansing
Athletes expected: 3,500
2024 Chaos Fall College Exposure (Softball)
Sept. 21-22, Delta Township Park
Athletes expected: 700
Capital City River Run
Sept. 22, Downtown Lansing
Athletes expected: 1,500
