Beyond the parks · Orlando
ESPN Wide World of Sports
A sports complex of roughly 230 acres (called Disney's Wide World of Sports until 2010) that hosts mostly amateur and youth events year-round, from AAU tournaments, cheer and dance championships, and the Pop Warner Super Bowl to the ESPN Events Invitational college basketball tournament and runDisney race expos. MLB spring training no longer takes place here (the Atlanta Braves left after 2019).
Best forSports fans, Youth and amateur athletes, runDisney participants, Tournament families, Cheerleading competitions
- Opened
- 1997
- Size
- 230 acres
- Typical hours
- Event-based schedule
- Rides and attractions
- 6
- Places to eat
- 0
Rides and attractions, land by land
Main Venues
The primary stadiums and arenas hosting major events.
Outdoor Fields
Outdoor fields and diamonds for soccer, lacrosse, baseball, softball, and more.
Guest Services
Dining, shopping, and fan experiences.
Park strategy
Touring
Check Event Calendar First
The complex hosts specific events rather than daily operations. Always check the event calendar before planning a visit - there may not be anything happening on your dates.
Hidden Gem
No MLB Spring Training Here Anymore
The Atlanta Braves held spring training here from 1997 to 2019 before moving to North Port, Florida. Baseball at the stadium today is mostly amateur, youth, and college play, so check the event calendar instead of looking for MLB games.
Touring
runDisney Registration
Popular runDisney races and multi-race challenges can sell out quickly. Set reminders and be ready to register the moment registration opens. Check runDisney for any race-weekend travel packages.
Touring
Cheerleading Competition Season
Major cheerleading and dance championships cluster in winter and spring. If you're not attending a competition, expect busier value resorts and buses on those weekends.
Tours, parties, and extras
Tour · 48 hr
runDisney Race Weekend Package
Race-weekend travel packages that pair a Disney Resort hotel stay with race entry, when Disney offers them.
Price: Varies by package
Getting there and the basics
Hours
Usually Event-based schedule.
Early entry: Not applicable
Extended evenings: Varies by event
Getting there
Bus during major events, Car recommended
Parking
Varies by event, preferred N/A
On-site parking lots