The JEDC Sports & Entertainment office can make your event the best it can be! Jacksonville has some of the most up-to-date facilities in the nation for hosting sporting and entertainment events of all kinds.  The city's facilities, along with its superb weather and highly experienced staff, make Jacksonville the best choice for your next event.

Upcoming Events!! 

• Jacksonville will host the first and second rounds of the 2010 NCAA Basketball Tournament on March 19 and 21, 2010. Tickets are still available at www.ncaa.org.

JEDC Sports & Entertainment News!

• Jacksonville was selected as one of the 27 cities to advance to the next stage of the United States' FIFA World Cup bid process. The winning city will host four-six FIFA World Cup games during a 30-day period in 2018 or 2022. Signatures are needed to show Jacksonville's enthusiasm to host this event. Go to: www.goUSAbid.com to add your name.
• Jacksonville is being considered as host for the Senior Bowl - a week-long football event that has estimated economic impact of $20 million.
• Jacksonville has submitted a bid to be the host city for WrestleMania in 2012 or 2013 that would generate over $50 million for the city.

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