We’re in the homestretch of the year, and that brings us, once again, to our awards issue. The 2023 Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism (who collectively brought in nearly $1 billion), are not only a great refresher course on all of the reasons we do what we do in this industry, they’re an inspiration to persevere and innovate. Together, event owners show us not just power and strength but determination and resourcefulness. It is, after all, with all of these qualities that economies benefit, memories are made and champions are born.
Set on 1,200 acres of that legendary Kentucky bluegrass in the “Horse Capital of the World,” the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington is one of a kind: a working horse farm, an educational theme park and an equine competition facility. And when it comes to destinations for equine events (as well as other sports), it belongs in the winner’s circle. more....