Real Midwestern Sporting Value–
Centrally Located And Affordable

Springfield, Illinois is located in the heart of the Midwest, in the center of Illinois on I-55 north-south and I-72 east-west. Sports participants and their families can easily drive, fly or ride AMTRAK into Springfield from almost anywhere in the country.

Springfield has been host city for sporting events of all shapes and sizes – from Martial Arts to gymnastics and BMX to harness racing.

The Capital Area Sports Commission works hand-in-hand with the Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau to assist organizers with the logistics and support. Always family-friendly, whether they’re seeking educational experiences or just pure fun, there is something here to satisfy everyone.

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SPRINGFIELD OFFERS MULTIPLE OPTIONS FOR COMPETITION, PRACTICE FACILITIES AND HOSPITALITY.

• The historical downtown area’s Prairie Capital Convention Center boasts 44,000 square feet with seating up to 8,700 spectators. It’s within walking distance to merchants, restaurants, entertainment and is in the neighborhood of historical Lincoln sites and attractions.
• Lake Springfield has played host to a number of sporting events including The National Regatta races, the Iron Horse Triathlon and a variety of fishing tournaments.
• Springfield’s Park District offers a multitude of options for gymnasium, track, softball and baseball diamond options for tournaments.
• The facilities and grounds available at the University of Illinois at Springfield and Lincoln Land Community College provide world-class soccer fields, baseball, softball, volleyball and tennis facilities.
• The Illinois State Fairgrounds is a self-contained city within our city, on 366 acres, with 29 major buildings – it is also home to the world’s fastest dirt track with grandstand seating for 8,912 spectators.

CONSIDER SPRINGFIELD
Softball, baseball, soccer, volleyball, stock car racing, golf, martial arts, BMX racing, triathlons, harness racing, fishing, boating, motorcycle racing – Springfield, Illinois has been home to tournaments and competitions of all varieties and sizes.

When planning your next sporting event, come to Springfield – where your needs are not simply met, they are anticipated.