Sports Buildings Market Report 2026

The sports buildings market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $186.32 billion in 2025 to $196.65 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in recreational sports participation, expansion of community sports programs, increased demand for basic gymnasiums, reliance on traditional construction materials, rising need for public sports spaces.

The sports buildings market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $251.1 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to shift toward multifunctional sports complexes, increasing demand for advanced facility upgrades, rising focus on wellness-driven infrastructure, growth in competitive sports training venues, expansion of purpose-built recreational environments. Major trends in the forecast period include growing demand for multipurpose sports facilities, increasing preference for community fitness spaces, rise in specialized sports infrastructure development, expansion of wellness-focused recreational centers, growth in competitive and training-oriented sports venues.

The increasing number of sports travelers is anticipated to drive the growth of the sports buildings market in the future. This growth leads to a higher demand for venues that can host a variety of sporting events, accommodate large audiences, and offer modern amenities. Additionally, factors such as economic impact, improved fan experiences, the globalization of sports, media and sponsorship opportunities, and legacy planning further support the expansion of the market. Sports buildings are crucial infrastructure that promotes community engagement, local development, and long-term advantages for regions hosting these events. For instance, in April 2024, the Sports Events and Tourism Association, a US-based non-profit trade association for the sports tourism industry, reported that the sports tourism industry experienced a 7% increase in traveler volume in 2023 compared to 2022. Furthermore, the number of sports travelers in the United States reached a record high of 204.9 million in 2023. Therefore, the rising number of sports travelers is propelling the growth of the sports buildings market.

Leading companies operating in the sports building market are prioritizing the integration of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance safety, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen their competitive position. AI technology is increasingly being incorporated into stadium security systems to detect potential threats accurately while minimizing inconvenience for attendees. For example, in March 2023, Acrisure Stadium, a U.S.-based sports venue, partnered with Evolv Technology, a U.S.-based provider of AI-driven weapons detection systems, to deploy the Evolv Express solution. This system applies AI algorithms to differentiate everyday items from potential threats at stadium entry points, allowing weapons detection without requiring guests to remove personal belongings. This advancement improves safety, accelerates entry procedures, and highlights the expanding role of AI in elevating security standards across sports facilities.

In May 2023, Arena Group, a UAE-based events solutions company, acquired Stadium Solutions for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition is intended to enhance Arena's presence in the competitive UK and European stadium markets, positioning it as a notable player in both permanent and temporary structures. Stadium Solutions is a UK-based specialist in stadium services, providing comprehensive technical support from the initial design phase through all stages of engineering, fabrication, and construction.

Major companies operating in the sports buildings market are AECOM Technology Corporation, M. A. Mortenson Company, Clark Construction Group, Turner Construction, Gilbane Building Company, Whiting-Turner Contracting Co., Brasfield & Gorrie LLC, Barton Malow Holdings LLC, STO Building Group, Shawmut Design and Construction, PCL Construction Enterprises Inc., McCownGordon Construction LLC, JE Dunn Construction Group, Nabholz Construction Crop., Hellas Construction Inc., Populous Holdings Inc., Hellmuth Obata + Kassabaum Inc., NBBJ, Gensler, ROSSETTI Architects, Eckersley O'Callaghan Limited, HKS Inc., SmithGroup, DLR Group, CannonDesign Inc., EwingCole Inc., Morphosis Architects, TVS Design Inc., Mancini Duffy, HNTB Corporation.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are impacting the sports buildings market by increasing costs for imported construction materials, advanced turf systems, HVAC units, and stadium technologies, leading to higher overall project expenses for gymnasiums, swimming facilities, and racquet sport complexes. Regions relying on imported steel, lighting systems, and prefabricated sports structuressuch as Europe and Asia-Pacificare most affected. However, tariffs are encouraging domestic sourcing, driving innovation in locally manufactured sports equipment and building components, and supporting long-term supply chain resilience for the sector.

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Sports buildings are dedicated facilities designed to accommodate a diverse range of sports and physical activities. These establishments are crafted to provide athletes with optimal environments and equipment to train, compete, and achieve peak performance. Additionally, these buildings serve as safe spaces for local communities to engage in recreational and competitive sports, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.

Primary types of sports buildings include gymnasiums, spaces for yoga, aerobic dance, handball, racquet sports, skating arenas, swimming pools, and various other sporting facilities. Gymnasiums specifically cater to fitness and training, offering a variety of exercise equipment and classes for physical well-being. The users of sports buildings are segmented into different age groups such as 35 and younger, 35-54, and 55 and older, further categorized by gender, including men and women.North America was the largest region in the sports buildings market in 2025. The regions covered in the sports buildings market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the sports buildings market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The sports buildings market includes revenues earned by entities by arenas, rinks, pools, outdoor field and stadiums. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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