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SportCities Match: cities and sports event organisers, face to face

The business accelerator where cities and the sports industry strike deals.

What is Sportcities Match?

Sportcities Match is the B2B marketplace that will take place at the commercial heart of Sportcities Expo & Summit 2026. A hybrid in-person and digital space designed to directly connect venue supply with the demand for sporting events, cutting out intermediaries and speeding up decision-making.

Connect with sports event organisers, federations and host cities for sporting competitions.

Why take part?

01

We bring together supply and demand in one place

PROSPORT cities are looking for events; organisers are looking for venues. Sportcities Match connects these two needs directly, without intermediaries.

02

Put your venue in the spotlight

Introduce yourself to leading organisers and promoters, and have your say in where the next sporting events are chosen.

03

Attract investment and create an impact in your city

Secure deals that fill hotels, boost the local economy and turn sports tourism into development.

If you are a venue or an exhibitor

Local councils, county councils, hotels with facilities, sports venues…

  • Showcase your potential: Put your city or venue on the map for major events.
  • Attract tourists and boost the local economy: Revitalise your region by making the most of your infrastructure.
  • Talk to the decision-makers: Connect directly with leading sports event organisers.

Whether you’re an organiser or a visitor

Promoters, Federations, Clubs, Leagues, Event agencies…

  • Find the ideal venue: Discover cities and venues ready to host your upcoming events.
  • Secure institutional backing: Negotiate facilities and direct technical support with the venue.
  • Optimise your choice of venues: Access a comprehensive network of destinations and facilities.