Phoenix Sports and Events Commission

Phoenix is a premier destination for both world-class sports and unforgettable events. As the proud home of teams in three major professional leagues—the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals, the NBA’s Phoenix Suns, and MLB’s Arizona Diamondbacks—our city lives and breathes competition. Fans also rally behind the WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury at Footprint Center and the USL’s Phoenix Rising FC, ensuring there’s excitement year-round on the field, court, and pitch. Beyond our home teams, Phoenix hosts marquee events like the college football Rate Bowl, the PGA Tour’s Waste Management Phoenix Open, NASCAR’s spring and fall races, and Cactus League Spring Training, where 15 Major League Baseball teams prepare for the season.
But Phoenix is more than just sports. With more sunshine than nearly any other U.S. metropolitan area, our city is made for outdoor celebrations and community gatherings. From food and music festivals to cultural showcases and family-friendly activities, the events calendar is always full. Whether you’re here for a convention, visiting for a game, or exploring as a local, there’s always something happening in Greater Phoenix.
Come soak up the sun, experience the energy, and discover why Phoenix is the ultimate place to play, cheer, and celebrate.
Plan Your Event
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Find info about the convention center, specialty meetings and more.
Planning a Meeting
Learn about venues, charitable opportunities, things to do and more.
Sports Meetings
In the dynamic world of sports, where every meeting is an opportunity to shape the future of…
Events
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The National Basketball Association (NBA) announced that Phoenix has been selected to host NBA…
Facilities or Venues
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Home Teams
Back to Top of ListArizona Cardinals
In March 1994, the Cardinals were christened with a new name, the Arizona Cardinals. But there is…
Phoenix Mercury
The Phoenix Mercury are an American professional basketball team based in Phoenix, Arizona, playing…
Phoenix Suns
The NBA's Phoenix Suns draw a loyal legion of fans to the Footprint Center (formerly Talking Stick…
Arizona Diamondbacks
The Arizona Diamondbacks entered Major League Baseball on March 31, 1998 and quickly secured their…
Phoenix Rising FC
Phoenix Rising FC is the highest-level professional soccer franchise in Arizona history. Established…
In addition, we have the Arizona Rattlers and the Valley Suns, along with Grand Canyon University and Arizona State Athletics.
News and Media
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Phoenix is constantly highlighted in newspaper, magazine, and blog articles, as well as some of the…
Awards and Accolades
Visit Phoenix continues to receive local and national accolades as a premier destination for…
Media
Let us help you! Visit Phoenix’s Media Relations department is available to assist members from…
LGBTQ+ Sports
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LGBTQ+ Phoenix
Your year-round guide to exploring the events, neighborhoods, restaurants, bars, entertainment and…
Explore Phoenix's Melrose District
This 1-mile stretch of Seventh Avenue is home to the Phoenix's top spots for antiques, art, dining…
LGBTQ+ Owned Businesses
Meet locals who are blazing the trail between the LGBTQ+ and business communities, and find out…
Logistical and Promotional Support
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Once the event is secured, the work begins! Visit Phoenix will assist with a wide range of promotional and marketing support to ensure your success.
- Dedicated services manager – to assist with all your needs
- Site Visit – often times a site visit can be crucial leading up to an event. We are here to provide support!
- Customized Social Media Campaign – Raise awareness and attendance through strategic social media targeting.
- Public Relations liaison and news media service – Sports Salt Lake will work with you to create the perfect press release, and assist with page to provide event information to athletes and spectators
- Hotel assistance – our team will assist you in finding the perfect hotels for your athletes! We also work with a wide range of sports event housing companies.
- Community activation & outreach – Let us connect you with our community. Whether it is food trucks, business contacts, or assisting with activations; we are here to help!
- Local Organizing Committee support – When events require an LOC, we are there every step of the way to help assist.
Contact
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Joel Koester Executive Director of Sports & Events