LANSING, MICH. – Feb. 26, 2025 – Several sports events will bring more than 7,000 athletes and thousands more coaches, families and spectators to the Lansing area in March. The Lansing Sports Commission® is excited to host Spartan Showcases, MHSAA basketball finals, and more.

“We’re excited to welcome thousands of athletes and fans to Greater Lansing this month," said Meghan Ziehmer, Executive Director of the Lansing Sports Commission. "Each event not only brings athletes together but also contributes significantly to the local economy, supporting our area’s hotels, restaurants and facilities.”

Event Highlights

Boys Spartan Classic (Basketball)

March 1-2 | Multiple Gyms across Greater Lansing

One of the top youth basketball events in the region will bring more than 300 teams and more than 4,000 athletes from several states to compete.

More Information: Boys Spartan Classic

Girls Spartan Classic (Basketball)

March 8-9 | Multiple Gyms across Greater Lansing

Approximately 1800 athletes from the midwest compete in this youth basketball event.

More InformationGirls Spartan Classic

MHSAA Boys Basketball Semi-Finals & Finals

March 13 – 15 | Breslin Center

High School teams and fans from around Michigan will come to East Lansing for this three-day single elimination annual tournament. Semi-finals take place March 13 and 14, with the State Championship on Saturday, March 15.

More InformationMHSAA Boys Basketball Semi-Finals & Finals

NASP State Tournament (Archery)

March 14 – 15 | Lansing Center

Michigan Department of Natural Resources returns to the Lansing Center to host this annual state archery tournament, bringing nearly 1,000 competitors to the region.

More Information: NASP Bullseye State Tournament Details and NASP 3D State Tournament

Howard E Van Camp Invitational (Ice Skating)

March 14 – 16 | Biggby Coffee Ice Cube East Lansing

The 50th annual figure skating invitational draws 250 competitors over two days. 

More InformationLansing Skate Club Events

MHSAA Girls Basketball Semi-Finals & Finals

March 20 – 22 | Breslin Center

High School teams and fans from around Michigan will come to East Lansing for this three-day, single elimination annual tournament. Semi-finals take place March 20 and 21, with the State Championship on Saturday, March 22.

More InformationMHSAA Girls Basketball Semi-Finals & Finals