Pennsylvania and the administration of Governor Josh Shapiro is investing nearly $5 million to support the state’s upcoming sporting events, including $3.1 million to Philadelphia’s, writes Mike Larson for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
Of the $3.1 million in funding, Philadelphia Soccer 2026 will receive $1.7 million for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Phillies will get $1.4 million as it hosts the 2026 MLB All-Star Game and its weekend festivities.
Another $171,000 is being awarded to the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau for the 2027 NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship Regional.
“We’re ready to welcome fans from around the globe and ensure their experience keeps them coming back again and again,” said Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger in a statement.
“From top-tier sports and major events to award-winning restaurants, world-class outdoor recreation, and the historic sites that tell America’s story, Pennsylvania offers visitors more ways to explore, spend and stay longer,” he continued.
The Philadelphia region is expected to see more than 1 million visitors for the upcoming sporting events.
Read more about the upcoming sports events coming to the Philadelphia region and the grants awarded to support them in the Philadelphia Business Journal.
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Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on PHILADELPHIA Today in February 2026.
