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Top Reasons to Bring Your Event to Arizona

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Top Reasons to Bring Your Event to Arizona

World-class athletes and die-hard spectators unite in Arizona’s sports culture scene. Read further for just a handful of reasons to host your sporting event under sunny skies and with a scenic mountain background.

A Sport for Everyone

From touchdowns to slamdunks, spectators can choose their preferred moment of glory. As host to a myriad of major sports teams, Arizona has it all for the adrenaline seeker–including football, basketball, baseball, tennis, and virtually any sport under the sun.

Top Reasons to Bring Your Event to Arizona
(Credit: Arizona Diamondbacks / Kelsey Grant)

Year-round Offerings

Known as the ‘Sunset State’, Arizona boasts more than 300 sunny days on average. With blue skies abound and a scenic desert background at every turn, this location is sure to score year-round.

Top Reasons to Bring Your Event to Arizona

Long-Standing History

Since the birth of the Arizona Cardinals nearly 125 years ago, Arizona has been no stranger to major league and recreational sports events alike. Rely on our experienced experts and suppliers to set you up for success.

Top Reasons to Bring Your Event to Arizona
(Credit: Arizona Cardinals Scoreboard)

World-Class Venues

Explore state-of-the-art facilities frequented by top-tier athletes. Arizona offers premier fields, tracks, bleachers and front-row seats for nearly every type of sporting event. Located at 2100m elevation, the high-altitude city of Flagstaff is perfect for the elite athlete seeking top-notch modern strength and conditioning facilities. Or, the robust greater Phoenix area hosts 15 MLB teams for their spring training season across 10 facilities. Glendale's State Farm Stadium is home to the only rollout field and retractable roof stadium in the world.

Top Reasons to Bring Your Event to Arizona
State Farm Stadium (Credit: City of Glendale)

Extending the Experience

The game day is just the beginning. Arizona offers visitors top-notch dining, unique attractions, and scenic outdoor adventure for the sports-loving visitor. A range of year-round activities and experiences are waiting to be discovered.

Top Reasons to Bring Your Event to Arizona
Chiricahua National Monument (Credit: Mark W. Lipczynski)

What's New in Arizona Venues

Major Upcoming Events

A group of fans flock to Phoenix Raceway for a professional NASCAR race.
Two professional football players embrace in celebration at the Fiesta Bowl.

December 2022

VRBO Fiesta Bowl

Pro golf players hit the greens at the Waste Management Phoenix Open, surrounded by fans and Camelback Mountain. .
Glendale's State Farm Stadium is surrounded by a vibrant blue sky, clouds, and a lush grass lawn.

February 2023

Super Bowl LVII

Cactus League Spring Training stadium

February - April 2023

Cactus League Spring Training

Professional basketball players play the NBAA Men's Final Four in a packed stadium.
The illuminated Footprint Center is surrounded by an evening sky and a downtown Phoenix skyline.

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Things to Do Near Arizona Spring Training

Got tickets but no wheels for Spring Training? We got you—with ideas on where to eat, shop and have fun near each stadium, and most just a short...

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Kid-Friendly Arizona

From the Wild West and wildlife to child-friendly museums and the Grand Canyon, Arizona has a lot to offer families.

Explore Phoenix's West Valley

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Explore Phoenix's West Valley

Just beyond Camelback Mountain and a little north of the Salt River lies a region ripe for exploration. In the northwest corner of the Valley of...

Arizona Golf: Where Beauty is Par for the Course

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Arizona Golf: Where Beauty is Par for the Course

Take in the picturesque surroundings of these Arizona golf courses with unbelievable views.

The Wild Bunch

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The Wild Bunch

Pack up the family for some fun in Arizona in the great outdoors. For fans of sleeping in tents, wandering in the wild, and traversing the...

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Scottsdale Stadium

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Scottsdale Stadium

Scottsdale Stadium is the spring training home to the San Francisco Giants. The baseball field located near Old Town Scottsdale was...

Segway of Scottsdale

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Segway of Scottsdale

First established in 2005, Segway of Scottsdale remains the only authorized Segway tour company and dealership in Arizona. Now celebrating...

Shemer Art Center

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Shemer Art Center

In 1919 the very first home was built in the newly named Phoenix neighborhood of Arcadia, to house the foreman of the Arcadia Water...

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Shine - MOBILE DETAIL SERVICE

Correction, Paint Protection, Machine Waxing, and Polishing. We are also well versed in the interior detailing process too. I look forward...

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Shooter's World

Shooter's World is a premier indoor shooting range, firearms training facility, and retail storefront located in Phoenix and Peoria. Family...

Skydive Marana

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Skydive Marana

The view of gorgeous mountain ranges is absolutely stunning from 10,000 ft! Nestled in the scenic area of Avra Valley, Arizona, Skydive...

Sonesta Suites Scottsdale Gainey Ranch

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Sonesta Suites Scottsdale Gainey Ranch

Think of us as a warm, intimate alternative to the larger resort options, where amenities like a welcoming lobby, a stunning new,...

Sonoran Outdoor Adventures

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Sonoran Outdoor Adventures

Sonoran Outdoor Adventures is a small, family owned and operated tour company dedicated to providing guests with a safe, fun, and exciting...

South Mountain Environmental Education Center (SMEEC)

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South Mountain Environmental Education Center (SMEEC)

No visit to South Mountain Park is complete without a stop at SMEEC. Whether you're looking for tips to enjoy family, friends or solo time...

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Southwestern Fair Commission I

The Southwestern Fair Commission, Inc., is a non-profit, private corporation, established in 1975 by Pima County to operate the fairgrounds...

Spa Avania

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Spa Avania

Spa Avania's amenities include 19 treatment rooms, including three rooms dedicated to couples visiting the spa together, and five...

Sphinx Date Co. Palm & Pantry

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Sphinx Date Co. Palm & Pantry

Sphinx Date Co. (aka Sphinx Date Ranch), has been an Arizona institution for over 65 years by offering the freshest locally-sourced dates...

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