Looking for a winning destination? In Anaheim, California, competitive athletes are met with world-class convenience. The city welcomes guests from across the globe to enjoy sunny SoCal year-round for meetings, conventions, and sporting competitions with a hefty sprinkling of magic. The Anaheim Convention Center (ACC) is well positioned to host your sports competitions next event.
Ready, Set, Plan Your Sports Competition in Anaheim
The Anaheim Convention Center is a champion of the West, reigning as the largest convention center on the West Coast spanning 53 acres with 1.8 million square feet of exhibit space. Host seated crowds of up to 7,500 in an arena designed to meet all your event needs. Just like a utility player, ready to take on any position, the ACC’s recent $190-million expansion earned it the designation as the most flexible in North America. This broadens the range of sports that can be hosted at the ACC, including Esports, weightlifting, fencing, hyrox, crossfit, fitness challenges, korfball, catchball, boxing, judo, jiu jitsu, taekwondo, kikuwon, cornhole, table tennis, and beyond. Accessibility is also a win at the ACC. Accessible parking, ADA-compliant doors and seating, and accessibility services (wheelchair/scooter rentals, ASL translators, etc.) are available.
Room for The Win
Whether you’re hosting the champions themselves or the fans that cheer them on, the Anaheim Convention Center is conveniently surrounded by superior accommodations. Anaheim is home to 143 hotels boasting over 22,000 rooms. 11 of these hotels are within 100 yards of the ACC – that’s the length between end zones on a football field.
Additionally, a range of hotel brands and price points are available. Four all-star hotels include Anaheim Marriott, Hilton Anaheim, Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort, and The Westin Anaheim Resort— each provide modern amenities. And each of our partner hotels, a segment of the 505 hotels throughout Orange County are a slam dunk for attendees.
Home Game Advantage
Orange County is a home base for sports like dance, cheer, volleyball, basketball, gymnastics, MMA, pickleball, and many more. Sporting event planners have a built-in local fan base, plus additional draws for the city’s visitors with sports teams like the NHL’s Ducks and MLB’s Angels.
Fun Fact, Anaheim was selected to host the indoor volleyball during the Los Angeles 2028 Summer Olympics at the nearby Honda Center.
After the Final Whistle
After the winners have been decided, attendees have access to world-class entertainment that makes Anaheim an even larger draw. The Disneyland® Resort welcomes magic seekers from all over the world. It’s no surprise that the resort is where victories are celebrated with its cheering crowds and feel-good attitudes. Other fairy-tale endings for attendees include fun at nearby beaches, museums, shopping destinations, and outdoor activities that take advantage of nearly 300+ days of sunshine. Golfing, hiking, and surfing supplement the appeal for sports fans.
Anaheim is also a hub for hops of a different kind and is making an impact in the craft beer scene. Local breweries throughout Anaheim make it easy to toast a win or catch a big game on the big screen.
Be The MVP (Most Valuable Planner) & Book In Anaheim
When it comes to booking your sports competition, Anaheim brings the full package. The future of the city is shining bright with billion-dollar developments expanding the already impressive offerings, Anaheim continues to be a medal-winning destination for sporting events of all kinds. From accommodations to entertainment, Anaheim makes for an unforgettable win for your sporting event.
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