WSDC Event Partnerships
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Part of the mission of the WSDC is to help develop sports tourism in Wisconsin. We accomplish that mission through the promotion and production our own events and programs, by hosting nationally-owned events, and through partnerships with Wisconsin's CVBs.
WSDC Owned Events
The events and programs owned by the WSDC include the Badger State Winter and Summer Games, the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame, Shape Up Wisconsin Kids, and Lighten Up Wisconsin.
You can follow these links to find out more information about all of these events.
WSDC Hosted Events
The WSDC hosts the following events by securing sponsorship, working with government officials and regulations, assisting in event production, and by recruiting volunteers.
• Ironman Wisconsin
• ESPN Great Outdoor Games, Presented by Dodge
WACVB
The WACVB stands for the "Wisconsin Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus." The WACVB and the WSDC have joined forces in an effort to promote Wisconsin as a sports destination. The WSDC and all of the state's CVBs work together to recruit or produce events that will make significant economic impact on the hosting community.
Why is sports tourism so important? Tourism is the state's second largest industry, accounting for nearly $11.4 billion per year. Manufacturing is the largest industry. Believe it or not, agriculture is actually third behind tourism. For more facts about Wisconsin or to plan your next trip, visit escapetowisconsin.com.
How can you help?
You, too, can support these great events in Wisconsin by providing your help through volunteering, sponsoring, participating or donating. Please feel free stop browse the links to see how you can help keep sports tourism alive in Wisconsin!









