The Visit Knoxville Sports Commission is thrilled to welcome back the 2025 AAU Girls Basketball World Championships (2-11 Grade) this June! The event kicks off with opening ceremonies on June 25, followed by tournament play from the morning of June 26 through June 29. Games will be held at the beautiful Knoxville Convention Center and the World’s Fair Exhibition Hall, located directly across the street. Both venues are nestled in the heart of Downtown Knoxville, within walking distance of numerous hotels and over 75 restaurants in a one-mile radius. Knoxville is proud to host this prestigious event and welcomes all teams, players, and fans to enjoy everything our vibrant city has to offer. Join us for an unforgettable event and week in Knoxville!
AAU has partnered with Visit Knoxville Housing to offer all teams special hotel rates at official tournament host hotels. This is a stay-to-play tournament, and rooms must be booked using the link below in order to receive the exclusive tournament discounted rates and participate in the tournament (local teams located within 60 miles of the tournament venue are exempt).
Downtown Knoxville offers several public parking garages in walking distance to the tournament venue. Many garages and lots are free on week nights after 6 PM and all weekend long!
Take a timeout and experience Knoxville with convenient visitor information and resources during your stay. From local attractions to top notch dining options, we can’t wait for you to see why #KnoxRocks!
During the tournament, experience Knoxville like a local! In partnership with our local attractions, shops and restaurants, Visit Knoxville has secured these deals just for you and your fellow attendees. Click the link below to access local savings.
Visit Knoxville is the official Convention and Visitors Bureau for the City of Knoxville and Knox County. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, private company, our mission is to accelerate sustainable economic growth and development by increasing visitor and convention business to our community. Visit Knoxville is home to the VK Sports Commission, the VK Film Office and the downtown Visitors Center at 301 S. Gay Street. Visit Knoxville is proud to support community initiatives encompassing art and culture, history, entertainment and outdoor adventure to promote Knoxville regionally, nationally and internationally. As a nature-loving-adventure-seeking-artsy-kinda-town, Knoxville will surprise you.
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