Tag Archives: sports tourism

Durham, North Carolina, to host Garmin Marathon Series again in 2027

Durham, N.C. — The Durham Sports Commission recently announced the Garmin Marathon Series will return to Durham, North Carolina in 2027, following a highly successful inaugural event in 2026. The 2027 series will take place on Saturday, May 1, 2027. Registration is now open with runners able to choose from …

Championship-Caliber Competition Finds a Home in McKinney

When sports event organizers evaluate destinations, they’re looking for more than fields, courts, and venues. They’re searching for a community that understands what it takes to execute a successful event from start to finish—a destination with proven operational experience, welcoming hospitality, strong community support, and the infrastructure to deliver memorable …

Lake Charles: Where Champions Are Crowned

In Southwest Louisiana, sports are more than just a game. They are a part of the culture, a source of community pride, and an opportunity to bring people together.

From championship basketball and baseball tournaments to collegiate national competitions, pro golf, cheer and dance, rodeo, fishing, and …

Snohomish County: The Ultimate Combination of Sports, Food, and Family

The Snohomish County Sports Commission exists to better serve you! Our team can assist with a variety of services to make your event a success, everything from event logistics, funding opportunities and volunteer recruitment to hotel accommodations, marketing and connections to other local resources.

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What visiting athletes can see and do in Baltimore, Md., Mobile, Ala., Puerto Rico and Snohomish County, Wash.

To get visiting amateur athletes and their families to stay before or after their competition, destinations naturally and wisely promote whatever attractions and features they have available to them. Here’s what the …

What the growth of lacrosse means for sports tourism

Thanks to increased visibility, expanding youth programs, and a new generation of advocates, the sport is evolving from an emerging interest into a sought-after tournament opportunity nationwide.

YMCA National Gymnastics Championship & Invitational honored as a 2024 Champion of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Pa.—Sports Destination Management has announced the 2024 Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism. Among this year’s winners is the YMCA National Gymnastics Championship & Invitational, produced by the Willow Grove YMCA in cooperation with Valley Forge Sports, The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, and Villanova University. These winners …