Indoor Track Season at the Alachua County Sports & Events Center

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The 2026 indoor track and field season opens with the Jimmy Carnes Invitational, hosted by the Gainesville Sports Commission, and concludes with the NAIA Indoor Track & Field Championships, returning for a second year. Training opportunities will be announced in January 2026.

General Information

The Alachua County Sports and Events Center features a World Athletics–compliant Mondo 200-meter oval, including a six-lane banked track and an eight-lane sprint track. Just steps from the Alachua County Sports and Events Center, visitors will find a wide range of dining, entertainment, and retail options, including Dave & Buster’s, Regal Cinemas, Nike, Fit2Run, Spurrier’s, and more.

Conveniently located along Interstate 75 in the heart of Celebration Pointe, the center sits within one of Alachua County’s premier entertainment and retail districts. Numerous hotel options are available within a two-mile radius of the venue, providing easy access for athletes, families, and event attendees.

Sports and Events Center: Track Season

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