Virginia Beach Sports Center
Virginia Beach Sports Center is a attraction in ViBe Creative District, Virginia Beach, best for watching a national track meet or tournament, sports fans, a Convention Center-area stop.
A 285,000-square-foot city-owned indoor sports complex less than a mile from the Oceanfront, built around a 200-meter hydraulically banked indoor track — one of only a handful in the country and reportedly the largest banking angle of any indoor track in the U.S. Twelve hardwood basketball courts convert to 24 volleyball courts, and seating expands to hold up to 5,000 spectators. It's a genuine event draw rather than a walk-in attraction: the venue hosts the AAU Indoor National Championships, NCAA indoor track and field meets, and wrestling, cheer, and volleyball tournaments that pull spectators and athletes from well outside Hampton Roads. Tickets are sold for public events through the venue's own site.
Amenities
- 200-meter hydraulically banked indoor track
- 12 hardwood courts (convert to 24 volleyball courts)
- Seating for up to 5,000
- Concessions
Know Before You Go
- Best for: watching a national track meet or tournament, sports fans, a Convention Center-area stop
- Parking: On-site and Convention Center-area parking off 19th Street.
- Accessibility: Modern purpose-built venue; contact (757) 937-4571 for accessibility details.
- Dogs: not allowed
- Location: 1045 19th St, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, Virginia Beach, VA
Last verified 2026-07-18.
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August 7, 2026 – October 2, 2026 · monthly (first Fridays, May–October)
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