2026 NAIA Mens and Womens Indoor Track and Field Championships

2026 NAIA Mens and Womens Indoor Track and Field Championships

March 3-7, 2026

Where

Alachua County Sports & Events Center at Celebration Pointe

4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32608
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Hotels

Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel & Conference Center

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
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

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
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

Comfort Inn University

SOLD OUT

  • 3440 Southwest 40th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32608

Sleep Inn & Suites

Sleep Inn & Suites

SOLD OUT

  • 4110 SW 40th Boulevard, Gainesville, FL 32608

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

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
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

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
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

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
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

Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville Downtown

SOLD OUT

  • 101 SE 1st Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601

Holiday Inn University Center

Holiday Inn University Center

SOLD OUT

  • 1250 W. University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601

SpringHill Suites by Marriott

SpringHill Suites by Marriott

SOLD OUT

  • 4155 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608

Residence Inn

Residence Inn

  • 3275 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608

Aloft - Gainesville University Area

Aloft - Gainesville University Area

  • 3743 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32607

Double Tree by Hilton

Double Tree by Hilton

SOLD OUT

  • 3726 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608

Courtyard

Courtyard

SOLD OUT

  • 3700 SW 42ND Street Gainesville, FL 32608

Drury Inn and Suites

Drury Inn and Suites

  • 4000 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center

  • 1714 SW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32607

Hotel Indigo

Hotel Indigo

  • 5020 SW 30th Ln, Gainesville, FL 32608

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

  • 212 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, FL 32601

Sweetwater Branch Inn

Sweetwater Branch Inn

  • 625 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

  • 3370 SW 42nd Street, Gainesville, FL 32608

AC Hotel Gainesville Downtown

AC Hotel Gainesville Downtown

  • 151 NW 14th St, Gainesville, FL 32603

Comfort Suites

Comfort Suites

  • 2603 SW 13th St, Gainesville, Fl 32608

Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua I-75

Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua I-75

SOLD OUT

  • 1530 NW 163rd Lane, Alachua, Fl. 32615

Hom hotel

Hom hotel

  • 3905 SW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32608

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua-Gainesville

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua-Gainesville

SOLD OUT

  • 16367 NW 167th Blvd, Alachua, FL 32615

Hotel ELEO at the University of Florida

Hotel ELEO at the University of Florida

SOLD OUT

  • 1514 SW 14th Street, Gainesville, Florida 32608

Towneplace Suites Gainesville Northwest

Towneplace Suites Gainesville Northwest

SOLD OUT

  • 7451 W Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL 32605