Sports

Whether a lacrosse or soccer tournament, equestrian event or basketball, we’ve got the facilities and resources to make your event a smashing success.

Why Work with the CVB

The Asheville Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive view of Asheville tailored to your event’s needs. Let us help you find the facilities and resources you’ll need.

Our partner, the Asheville Buncombe Regional Sports Commission, can also provide support during planning helping to ensure your sporting event is successful and memorable for all.

CVB services include:

Contacting hotels and venues to gather rates and availability
Creating itineraries for site inspections of sports venues and hotels
Connecting you with local service providers to plan your event

Working with the CVB in your event planning makes you eligible for additional bonus services including:

Asheville Travel Guides for athletes and families
Custom web page for your event listing hotel rates and visitor information
VIP amenity gifts
Attraction Value Cards for event attendees
Promotion of your public events on events calendar
Staffed hospitality table at event site

Contact Us

Tina Porter

Tina Porter, Senior Sales Manager
828.258.6133
tporter@ExploreAsheville.com

“Asheville has proven to be a wonderful site for our championship basketball tournament. The civic ownership of the tournament, coupled with great restaurants, shopping and attractions makes Asheville a slam dunk for us.”
John P. Iamarino, Commissioner, Southern Conference

“Our experience working with the Asheville CVB team over the last eight years has been nothing short of outstanding. The CVB team’s partnership has helped us be great hosts and grow participation in our events every year.”
Michael Rottjakob, Executive Director, Asheville Buncombe Youth Soccer Association