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Sports Events in Virginia Beach

When it comes to the competitive mindset, environment matters. Ensure your athletes are primed for victory by the balmy ocean breezes and famously sunny outlook that draw hundreds of teams to Virginia Beach every year. No matter which athletic pursuit brings you here, our knowledgeable Sports Event Planning Team will ensure your event lands squarely in the “W” column — with a seamless, memorable experience both on and off the field. Here are just a few of the respected sports organizations choosing Virginia Beach year after year.

Game On

From NCAA track to regional gymnastics, athletes flip for Virginia Beach.

Jackalope Festival

This high-energy sports festival is known for its unique atmosphere and quality of the athletes competing in action sports such as skateboarding, bouldering and BASE jumping.

Coastal Edge East Coast Surfing Championships

This weeklong festival features various events on the Oceanfront from surf competitions to live music.

North American Sand Soccer Championship

The NASSC returns for epic displays of athleticism on our world-famous Oceanfront Beach.

Yuengling Shamrock Marathon

The 54th Yuengling Shamrock Marathon returns with a Marathon, Half Marathon, 8K and other festivities.

NHSCA Wrestling Nationals

The National High School Coaches Association hosts two annual national wrestling events.

Excalibur Cup Gymnastics Invitational

Nearly 4,000 gymnasts from 25 states and 10 countries will arrive for the 2026 Excalibur Cup.