Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger this week announced a $5 million investment in 11 major sporting events across the Commonwealth through DCED’s Sports Marketing and Tourism Program.
Expected to bring an estimated $240.2 million into Pennsylvania’s economy, the grants are helping attract more visitors to Pennsylvania and supporting major events like the 2025 Men’s U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club in Allegheny County; the 2025 Little League World Series and Major League Baseball Draft Game in Lycoming County; and the 2026 Major League Baseball All Star Game in Philadelphia.
The Sports Marketing and Tourism Program was created to attract high-quality, amateur, and professional…
