SNOHOMISH COUNTY—The Snohomish County Sports Commission had a stellar year in 2025, supporting more than 150 sports tournaments and welcoming over 230,000 visitors to the area. These events generated approximately $42 million with nearly 43,000 room nights booked, and there were a record number of 37 different sports played throughout 12 communities.
This was also a record year for Snohomish County, which hosted 14 tournaments. These inaugural events included Quadballfest: Seattle, Ignite Robotics Quantum Spooktacular Competition, Tulalip March Madness Basketball Tournament, Seattle Handball Cup, Nitro Circus “Off The Rails” World Tour, USA Artistic Swimming Rising Star Camp and Battle of the Flags flag football tournament. Over time, Snohomish County has established itself as a premier sports destination because event organizers are returning to host their event year after year. Some annual sports tournaments include Everett 3on3 presented by Boeing, Harvey Cup, Lake Stevens Pickleball Classic, Fairfest 3on3 basketball, Candyland Gymnastics Invitational, Ice Fest Skating Competition, EnduroCross and Spartan races.
The Snohomish County Sports Commission also works with several local organizations that host annual sports tournaments and monthly weekend events throughout the year. These partners are Perfect Game Northwest Baseball, USA Softball of Seattle, National Softball Association of Washington, Snohomish Youth Soccer Club, Kayak Point Disc Golf, DieHard RC Family Park and DYSports LLC.
Washington State Scholastic Esports Association’s 2025 Spring State Championships was awarded the Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism award, presented by Sports Destination Management. This high school esports competition was hosted for the first time in Snohomish County at the Lynnwood Event Center, and it featured 32 high school teams that competed in Smash Bros. Ultimate, Rocket League and Valorant games.
Source: Snohomish County Sports Commission
Author: Lynnwood Times Staff
