A volleyball tournament at the Pontchartrain Center in Jefferson Parish, LA
 

Jefferson Parish Sports
 

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JCVB SERVICES: The Jefferson Convention &Visitors Bureau, Inc. wants to make sure your group tour is a huge success, easy to plan, and affordable. Our complimentary services include:

  • Group Rates
  • Visitor Guides
  • Fam Tours
  • Photos & Videos
  • Assist with Step-on Guides
  • Hotel Lead Requests for Proposals
  • Assistance Securing Meeting Space
  • Assistance Planning Tours & Day Trips
  • Assistance Planning Special Events Press Releases & Publicity
  • Assist with Receptive Operators
  • Goodie Bags
  • Itinerary Suggestions
  • Discount Coupons
  • Marketing Materials
  • Site Visits
  • Dedicated Staff

A gymnast competes at the Alario Center in Jefferson Parish, LAJefferson Parish is home to the New Orleans Pelicans and New Orleans Saints corporate offices and training facilities as well as one of the country's first professional rugby clubs, NOLA Gold Rugby. Head to NOLA Motorsports Park and try out their Extreme Experience. Or try BMX racing at Gretna BMX. Fast becoming one of the premier destinations for mid-size tournaments and events, Jefferson Parish offers diverse venues for an array of sports and events—and we're just a heartbeat away from New Orleans.

The sports scene in Jefferson Parish goes far beyond football and basketball, featuring a diverse lineup of events throughout the year. See top volleyball players at Coconut Beach Sand Volleyball Complex. Watch anglers as they compete in the world’s oldest fishing tournament, Grand Isle’s International Tarpon Rodeo. Cheer on the PGA Tour’s top golfers as they compete in the Zurich Classic. Organizers and athletes are drawn to our top-rated facilities, convenient location, and family-friendly things to do!


BMX Bayou Classic Nationals 2021What Sports' Organizers are Saying...

The USA BMX Bayou Classic Nationals  - April 2021
Gretna, Louisiana 


"Why replace Oregon with a race in Louisiana?!" ...well, you'd have to have been in Gretna, to find that out. Let's just say that the entire city of Gretna - everyone from the Mayor's office to the Gretna Police Dept to Gretna's Parks & Rec department and Visitors Bureau (not to mention the local businesses and hotels) were all pumped up to host a USA BMX National. When given the opportunity, they all jumped at the chance to bring some BMX tourism to their fine city (which happens to be located just outside of New Orleans). It's hard to name a city in the U.S. who has ever gone so far above 'n beyond to welcome the BMX masses to their township" says BMX Bayou Classic Nationals organizers.   Read full article HERE


Explore our Sports Facilities

The Jefferson Convention and Visitors Bureau's Sports Specialists are ready to assist you in the planning of your team's visit to Jefferson Parish. With facilities servicing baseball, lacrosse, soccer, volleyball, basketball, wrestling, boxing, bowling, fishing and more, our sales team will assist you by setting up site visits to hotels, venues, restaurants, transportation companies, and more! For more information, contact sports@visitjeffersonparish.com or call 877-572-7474. Or, submit an RFP.


A volleyball tournament at the Pontchartrain Center in Jefferson Parish, LA

SportsEvents Magazine Announces Jefferson Convention & Visitors Bureau as a 2019 Readers’ Choice Award Winner!

Sports event professionals were asked to nominate destinations and sports venues that they believe display exemplary creativity and professionalism toward the groups they host. John Rezell, SportsEvents executive editor stated “It is clear, based on our readers’ experiences, that these award winners are willing to go above and beyond typical service levels to help sports event planners produce outstanding events that participants, their families and spectators will want to experience again and again. It is our privilege to announce their selection by sports event planners as among the best in the United States.”


 

Have fun in Jefferson Parish!

Outdoors
Outdoors

Jefferson is a sportsman's paradise. Whether it's a quiet get away fishing, an adventurous

Drago's Oysters
Louisiana Oyster Trail

The Louisiana Oyster Trail spans the parish extending from restaurants in the metropolitan areas

Ultimate Swamp Adventues
Swamp & Historical Home Tours

A trip to southern Louisiana would not be complete without a proper swamp tour. Jefferson Parish is

Things to Do in Jefferson Parish
Hiking & Nature Trails

Hiking and Nature Trails in Jefferson Parish

Coach store
Shopping

There's a reason Jefferson is the shopping capitol of Louisiana...variety and quality. With four

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