ACC to Host Key Championships in North Carolina, Boosting Local Economy
The ACC's decision to hold major sports championships in North Carolina is expected to generate over $400 million in economic impact.
- North Carolina cities Charlotte, Greensboro, Cary, Durham, and Raleigh will host future ACC championships, affecting half of the conference's 28 sponsored sports.
- The ACC men's basketball tournament will be held in North Carolina for five consecutive years, from 2025 to 2029, alternating between Charlotte and Greensboro.
- The ACC women's basketball tournament will also alternate locations between Charlotte and Greensboro, with plans for 2026 still to be determined.
- The ACC baseball championship will switch venues between Charlotte and Durham through 2029, showcasing the state's diverse sporting facilities.
- The move aligns with the ACC's headquarters relocation to Charlotte and complies with a state-budget provision for hosting events in North Carolina.