Sports PITTSBURGH

Pittsburgh has been named the #2 Sports Tourism City in America by Sports Business Journal.🏆🎉

This recognition reflects the strength of Pittsburgh's sports community, from passionate fans and dedicated partners to world-class venues, collegiate athletics, youth sports, and major sporting events that bring our region to life.

This achievement belongs to the many organizations, venues, volunteers, and community partners who help make Pittsburgh a premier destination for sports.

Together, we're continuing to elevate Pittsburgh's reputation on the national stage and proving that you don't have to be the biggest city to make a lasting impact.

Congratulations to everyone helping forge the future of sports in Pittsburgh!

Learn more⤵ https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2026/06/29/sports-at-250-pittsburgh-punches-above-its-weight-in-ranking-of-americas-best-sports-cities/

Pittsburgh’s sports momentum isn’t slowing down.

The latest SportsPITTSBURGH playbook highlights a region hosting world-class events today while shaping what comes next.

🏆 NCAA championship and Rugby World Cup bid activity
🏁 The iconic Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix
⚽ Excitement surrounding the FIFA World Cup Fan Zone at Acrisure Stadium.

As the team looks toward opportunities through 2031 and beyond, the vision remains clear: to be recognized globally as a trusted, innovative leader in sports—where events are executed flawlessly, partnerships run deep, and impact extends far beyond the final play.

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Momentum Builds with Major Bids, Signature Summer Events, and Global Soccer Spotlight SportsPITTSBURGH, the sports development division of VisitPITTSBURGH, is here to drive visitation and economic impact through hosting sports events in Allegheny County.

🏁 The countdown is on to one of Pittsburgh's most iconic summer traditions—the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix🏁

In just one month, Schenley Park will come alive with the sights, sounds, and excitement of vintage racing, incredible car displays, and a celebration of automotive history unlike anywhere else in the country. The PVGP is the nation's largest vintage street race and the only one contested on public roads.

📅 July 18–19, 2026
📍 Schenley Park

Who's ready for race weekend? 🏎️💨

Learn more➡️ https://pvgp.org/

The FIFA World Cup excitement is coming to Pittsburgh—and so are opportunities for the next generation of players.⚽🙌

Join us for FREE youth soccer clinics this July!

Get in on the action of the World Cup with FREE Youth Soccer Clinics on the home field of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pitt Panthers!

⚽ July 4 - 2 clinics for 14 and under youth
⚽ July 5 - 2 clinics for 12 and under youth
⚽ July 9 - 1 Special Olympics Athletes Clinic

Each clinic will have professional coaches from the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC Academy as part of the Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zone.

Register for July 4 and 5 clinics: https://bit.ly/pghclinics
Register for July 9 clinic: https://bit.ly/specialolympicsclinic

Clinics are hosted in partnership by CitiParks - Pittsburgh Parks & Recreation, Riverhounds, Acrisure Stadium, Sports PITTSBURGH, Special Olympics Pennsylvania, and visitPA!