Game Time Gala presented by National University
Date: Friday, April 24, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM (Pacific Daylight Time)
Location: On the Court, LionTree Arena, UC San Diego
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the powerful impact of sports tourism in San Diego! The Sports San Diego Game Time Gala, presented by National University, invites you to the court for a night filled with inspiration, recognition, and community.
We will once again host an exclusive sports auction, highlight a recap of the Year in Sports, preview some of the exciting events on the horizon, and, back by popular demand, we will unveil the 2026 Rising Tide Awards class, which honor the sports events, venues, performers and campaigns that have made a huge impact on San Diego’s sports tourism industry.
Sporty Chic: Make a statement with your sports fashion!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Unlock impactful visibility by becoming an official sponsor at the Game Time Gala. Opportunities range from exclusive sponsorship of cocktail hours to awards recognition. Elevate your brand while supporting San Diego's sports tourism industry. View sponsorship opportunities or contact Marc Sawyer at msawyer@sportssandiego.org for details.
