2026 NAIA Mens and Womens Indoor Track and Field Championships
March 3-7, 2026
- Where
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Alachua County Sports & Events Center at Celebration Pointe
4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32608 - Website
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- Social
Hotels

Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel & Conference Center
$129/Night - Double Queen Room (rate valid March 2-4, 2026), $209/Night - Double Queen Room (rate valid March 5 2026) SOLD OUT Friday & Saturday
4200 NW 97th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606
| Hotel contact info: | Vanessa Honorat: directorofsales@gatewaygrand.com, (352)331-3336 ext. 631 |
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| Hotel Amenities: | Complimentary full breakfast, free wi-fi, restaurant on site, bus parking, 24-hr fitness center |
| Cancellation Policy: | Please note that a change to the number of nights or the number of guests may result in a rate change. |
| Check-in/Check-out Times: | Check in: 4:00PM EST, Check out: 11:00AM EST |

Hampton Inn Gainesville
$115/Night - Double Queen Room (rate valid March 2-4, 2026); $179/Night - Double Queen Room (rate valid March 5, 2026); $119/Night will be offered for the following shoulder dates: March 1, 2026 & March 8-9, 2026 (Hotel sold out 3/6 & 3/7)
4225 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
| Hotel contact info: | General Manager, Kathleen Clarke: kathleen.clarke@hilton.com, 352-371-4171 |
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| Hotel Amenities: | On-site amenities: Complimentary hot buffet breakfast, complimentary self-parking, complimentary high speed wi-fi. Guest laundry, 24 hour coffee/tea/hot cocoa station, 1600 sq ft poolside patio (can be secured for team meetings – complimentary), 1000 sq ft meeting room (complimentary – must be secured in advance). |
| Cancellation Policy: | 72 hours prior to C/I or 1st night’s room and tax will be charged |
| Check-in/Check-out Times: | Check in: 3:00PM EST, Check out: 11:00AM EST. Request can be made by individual guest for early check-ins or late departures, and will be granted based on availability. There may be an additional charge for late check-outs. |

Comfort Inn University
SOLD OUT
3440 Southwest 40th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32608

Sleep Inn & Suites
SOLD OUT
4110 SW 40th Boulevard, Gainesville, FL 32608

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville
$139/Night (rate valid March 1-3, 2026), $219/Night (rate valid March 4, 5, 7, and 8, 2026) - Double Queen Room or King Deluxe, $219/Night King Deluxe only for March 6, 2026.
4075 SW 33rd Place, Gainesville, FL 32608
| Hotel contact info: | Director of Sales, Carlene Baker: carlene.baker@hilton.com, 352-335-3133 |
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| Hotel Amenities: | Newly renovated hotel. Located 1 mile from the Alachua County Sports & Events Center. Daily breakfast buffet included in the rate. Hilton Honors bonus points applied to the group leader. Complimentary bus parking, Complimentary WiFi, Meeting Space rental waived with food and beverage minimum. |
| Cancellation Policy: | For Groups – Reservations will be made by Rooming List, by the cut-off date,Tuesday February 3, 2026 (30 days prior to the event). For individuals – 72 hour cancellation. |
| Check-in/Check-out Times: | Check in: 3:00PM EST, Check out: 12:00PM EST |

Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville
$139/Night (rate valid March 1-3, 2026), $219/Night (rate valid March 4-8, 2026) - One Bedroom King Suite w queen sleeper sofa
3333 SW 42nd Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
| Hotel contact info: | Director of Sales, Carlene Baker: carlene.baker@hilton.com, 352-335-3133 |
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| Hotel Amenities: | Newly renovated hotel. Located 1 mile from the Alachua County Sports & Events Center. Daily breakfast buffet included in the rate. Hilton Honors bonus points applied to the group leader. Complimentary self parking, Complimentary WiFi, Complimentary weeknight evening social. |
| Cancellation Policy: | For Groups – Reservations will be made by Rooming List, by the cut-off date,Tuesday February 3, 2026 (30 days prior to the event). For individuals – 72 hour cancellation. |
| Check-in/Check-out Times: | Check in: 4:00PM EST, Check out: 12:00PM EST |

Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center
$124/Night - Single Queen Studio + Pull-out Sleeper Sofa (rate valid March 3-5, 2026)
2115 SW 13th St, Gainesville, FL 32608
| Hotel contact info: | Director of Sales, Karen Forsythe: kforsythe@mcneillhotels.com, 352-372-1025 |
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| Hotel Amenities: | Accommodations featuring a flat panel HDTV, media hub, sleeper sofa and kitchenette, Complimentary Daily Breakfast – includes waffles, breakfast sandwiches, eggs, oatmeal, cereals, yogurt and a variety of morning favorites, Complimentary Parking, Outdoor Pool, Fitness Center and Complimentary WiFi. Rate/Room Cut Off Date: 2/10/2026 |
| Cancellation Policy: | Cancellation policies may vary depending on the rate and dates of your reservation. Please refer to your reservation confirmation to verify your cancellation policy. |
| Check-in/Check-out Times: | Check in: 4:00PM EST, Check out: 11:00AM EST |

Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville Downtown
SOLD OUT
101 SE 1st Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601

Holiday Inn University Center
SOLD OUT
1250 W. University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601

SpringHill Suites by Marriott
SOLD OUT
4155 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608

Residence Inn
3275 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608

Aloft - Gainesville University Area
3743 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32607

Double Tree by Hilton
SOLD OUT
3726 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608

Courtyard
SOLD OUT
3700 SW 42ND Street Gainesville, FL 32608

Drury Inn and Suites
4000 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center
1714 SW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32607

Hotel Indigo
5020 SW 30th Ln, Gainesville, FL 32608

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
212 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, FL 32601

Sweetwater Branch Inn
625 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

Holiday Inn Express & Suites
3370 SW 42nd Street, Gainesville, FL 32608

AC Hotel Gainesville Downtown
151 NW 14th St, Gainesville, FL 32603

Comfort Suites
2603 SW 13th St, Gainesville, Fl 32608

Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua I-75
SOLD OUT
1530 NW 163rd Lane, Alachua, Fl. 32615

Hom hotel
3905 SW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32608

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua-Gainesville
SOLD OUT
16367 NW 167th Blvd, Alachua, FL 32615

Hotel ELEO at the University of Florida
SOLD OUT
1514 SW 14th Street, Gainesville, Florida 32608

Towneplace Suites Gainesville Northwest
SOLD OUT
7451 W Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL 32605