With summertime right around the corner, temperatures are going to keep climbing. Here at SportsEvents, we believe the only thing hotter than the heat wave temperatures are these HOT destinations that specialize in fun on and off the field or court!

Below are a few destinations across the U.S. that offer summer tourists everything from beaches and lakes, to camping and hiking, to water parks and amusement parks, and then to cool attractions that will be fun for the whole family. Whatever the event, we have the destinations for your next event!

Stay tuned this season as we share even more destinations every week, right here under the Summer Series tab.

Atlanta, Georgia

Discover Atlanta

Lauren Dismuke Rushing

404-521-6600

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Visit Chattanooga

Dave Santuci

423-424-4423

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Visit Colorado Springs

Cheryl McCullough

719-685-7642

Foley, Alabama

Foley Sports Tourism

Shellie Kichler

251-923-2119

Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, Alabama

Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism

Claire Blackwell

251-968-9338

Lake Erie Shores & Islands


Start coasting immediately when you stay at Lake Erie Shores & Islands in Ohio. From islands accessible only by helicopter or boat to historical sightseeing and charming boutiques in town, Lake Erie Shores & Islands has everything your family can think of when it comes to fun.

Lake Erie Shores & Islands

Christopher Lewis

419-625-2984

Lake, Florida

Visit Lake

Steven Clenney

352-429-4870

Long Island, New York

Discover Long Island

Jennifer Rothman

631-951-3900

Ocean City, Maryland


“10 Miles of Memories” are sure to be made in Ocean City with your family. Ocean City has everything from your typical boardwalk with cotton candy and caramel corn to an island featuring wild ponies.

Ocean City CVB

Norma Dobrowolski

410-289-2800

Panama City Beach, Florida

Visit Panama City Beach

Renee Wuerdeman

850-233-5071

Round Rock, Texas

Go Round Rock

Nancy Yawn

512-218-7094

Wildwoods, New Jersey


In the Wildwoods, you can do as much, or as little, as you like. Enjoy 5 miles of white-sand beaches, 38 blocks of boardwalk fun and 3-action-packed amusement piers or relax with the multiple dining and nightlife options the Wildwoods has to offer.

Wildwoods Convention Center

Ben Rose

(609) 846-4059