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Top Reasons to Bring Your Event to Virginia

 

Venues

- Virginia boasts world-class facilities for nearly every type of sporting event. With diverse terrain from mountains to beaches, and all the valleys in between, Virginia is home to state-of-the-art venues for all types of sporting events. Venues throughout the state boast championship soccer fields, football fields, indoor racetracks, practice fields, bleachers for cheering fans and concession stands.

Local Experts

- Good old southern hospitality paired with world-class venues and our local sports marketing contact’s years of experience will result in successful events that keep athletes and their fans coming back for more.

Experience Hosting Top Events

- Virginia has played host to a myriad of year-round sporting events ranging from equestrian to gymnastics championships. The AAU Junior Olympic Games, USA Gymnastics Judges Cup, National Capitol Open Taekwondo Championships, Rock–n–Roll Half Marathon and NCAA Division II and III Championships are just a sampling of sporting events held in Virginia.

Location

- Centrally located in the mid-Atlantic region and accessible by major highway system, Amtrak rail service and eleven airports serviced by major and low cost carriers, Virginia is an ideal destination for participants of sporting events and their families.

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Post Game Appeal

- After the competition is done and the trophies have been won, enjoy our well-known historical attractions, unique dining, outdoor adventure and urban cities mixed with small town charm. And with its distinct climate regions welcoming visitors to enjoy a range of activities, Virginia is truly a year-round sports – and vacation – destination.

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    Danish Saadat, National Sales & Marketing Manager
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    804-545-5543

    Joni Johnson, CTP, TMP, Director of Sales & Marketing
    jjohnson@virginia.org
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