The Seattle Sports Commission (SSC) is a collaborative and convening force that drives social and economic impact through the positive power of sports.
Eleven International Racing Yachts Sail Their Way to Seattle for Clipper ‘Round the World
Seattle Scores Six in FIFA World Cup 26™ Match Schedule Announcement
Join the Sports Commission at Region Ready presented by Port of Seattle
And the winners are… Watch The 89th Annual Sports Star of the Year Awards Show presented by Microsoft
Since 1935, Sports Star has celebrated and preserved our Washington sports culture.
The annual awards show and gala, commonly referred to as “Washington’s ESPYs,” has expanded from a newspaper byline turned awards banquet to a red-carpet gala complete with a Hollywood-esque Media Row buzzing with live interviews, a Champions Gallery of trophies and memorabilia to catch the eye of any Washington sports fan, and a fully-produced awards show that brings the best of Washington sports’ past and present together.
Hosting Major Sporting Events.
Take a look at recent and upcoming events in the region.
2024 and Beyond
Clipper Round the World Yacht Race
April 21-May 3, 2024 | Bell Harbor Marina
2024 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship
June 20-23 | Sahalee Country Club
2025 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball First and Second Rounds
March 2025 | Climate Pledge Arena
FIFA World Cup 26™
Summer 2026 | Lumen Field
On June 16, 2022, Seattle was named one of the host cities of FIFA WORLD CUP 26™.
Read the full press release here.
Recent Events (2023-2024)
2024 Discover NHL Winter Classic
January 1 | T-Mobile Park
NCAA DI Women’s Basketball
March 24 - 27 | Climate Pledge Arena
MLB All-Star Week
July 7 - 11 | T-Mobile Park and Downtown Seattle
NGFFL Gay Bowl XXIII
October 5-8 | Magnuson Park
Continental Tire Seattle Tip-Off, Gonzaga vs UConn
December 15 | Climate Pledge Arena
Featured Event: Seattle Hosts MLB All-Star Week
Starting July 5, Seattle was brimming with All-Star energy. In partnership with Converge Media and Friends of Waterfront Seattle, we hosted a livestream from July 5-7 to kick-off the celebrations.
Featuring local athletes and historians to share stories of our baseball/softball history, and host city organizers and partners giving early access to some of the best ways to get in on the All-Star action, check out The Takeover: All-Star Edition, Live from Waterfront Park.
Enjoy the All-Star Energy. See Seattle Shine.
Events and activities were held throughout Seattle, ranging from free to $$$, family-friendly to adults-only. SSC partners, Visit Seattle, created a list of events and ways to continue exploring Seattle with the Green Path Map.
SEATTLE SPORTS TEAMS
Whether football, baseball, basketball, soccer, hockey or rugby is your game, we’ve got you covered. With seven professional sports teams located near the heart of downtown, locals and tourists alike can experience the best sports Seattle has to offer.
UPCOMING SPORTS EVENTS
The Washington sports community is buzzing with energy. With seven professional franchises, Minor League champions, and a host of top-level collegiate athletics, there is never a shortage of opportunities to be a fan in the stands. We can’t wait to see you at the next event.
ANNUAL SSC EVENTS
The Seattle Sports Commission has a number of events that entertain, educate, inspire, and bring the Seattle community together. Find out the latest news about SSC Events here.