Championship-Ready Courts
18 regulation basketball courts convert to 36 volleyball courts on tournament-grade athletic flooring.
AWE Sports at Showboat • Atlantic City Boardwalk
Where the Game Meets the Getaway.
Bring your tournament to an indoor sports destination built for competition — then give teams and families an entire oceanfront resort to enjoy without leaving the property.
Opening January 2027
18Basketball Courts
36Volleyball Courts
~170KSquare Feet
1 ResortSports + Stay + Family Fun
A True Tournament Destination
Compete. Stay. Play. All in One Place.
AWE Sports at Showboat is planned as a premier indoor youth and amateur sports venue directly on the Atlantic City Boardwalk. The approximately 170,000-square-foot clear-span facility is designed for efficient tournament operations, while Showboat gives athletes, coaches and families hotel rooms, dining, entertainment and year-round attractions steps from the courts.
The Energy of Competition
Built for Big Tournament Moments.
From tipoff to match point, AWE Sports is designed to bring athletes, coaches and families together under one roof.
Why Tournament Directors Choose AWE
Built for the Event. Designed for the Experience.
Smoother Event Operations
Planned team check-in and staging areas, athletic training and first-aid space, officials' areas, concessions, retail and guest services.
Stay Where You Play
Keep teams and families together at the connected Showboat Resort instead of coordinating travel between hotels and venues.
A Better Family Weekend
Turn downtime into vacation time with Island Waterpark, Lucky Snake Arcade & Raceway, the Boardwalk, beach, dining, spa and more.
Stay Where You Play
Your Tournament Hotel Is Part of the Destination.
Showboat is a family-friendly, non-gaming oceanfront resort with approximately 1,000 guest rooms and suites. Teams can stay close to the action while families enjoy the Atlantic City Boardwalk and resort amenities before, between and after games.
- Approximately 1,000 guest rooms and suites
- Balcony and ocean-view accommodations available
- Group room blocks may be available for teams and families
- Dining, attractions and entertainment on the property
- Direct access to the Atlantic City Boardwalk, beach and oceanfront
More Than a Sports Complex
Give Families a Reason to Make a Weekend of It.
The competitive schedule brings them to Atlantic City. The resort experience gives them a reason to stay, explore and come back.
After the Final Whistle
Island Waterpark
Celebrate a win or reset after a long day of competition with thrill slides, a surf simulator, lazy river, private cabanas and family areas in a year-round indoor waterpark.
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Between Games
Lucky Snake Arcade & Raceway
Keep the whole family entertained with arcade games, indoor go-karts, roller skating, virtual reality, glow mini-golf and more.
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BOARDWALK
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ
Right Outside
Boardwalk & Beach
Step outside to the historic Atlantic City Boardwalk, the beach and the oceanfront — giving visiting teams a destination experience beyond the tournament schedule.
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Flexible by Design
What You Can Host at AWE Sports
The convertible clear-span floor is planned to support a wide range of court, mat and large-scale events.
Basketball Tournaments & Showcases
Volleyball Tournaments & Showcases
Leagues, Camps & Clinics
Cheer & Dance
Wrestling & Martial Arts
Pickleball
Field Hockey & Inline Hockey
Combines & Athlete Development
Expos, Conventions & Special Events
Atlantic City Access
Easy to Reach. Hard to Forget.
Destination Location
801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, New Jersey — directly oceanfront and part of Showboat Resort.
Approximately 1 hour from Philadelphia and about 2.5 hours from New York City, based on the facility fact sheet.
Regional Connectivity
Convenient to Atlantic City International Airport, the Atlantic City Train Station and Bus Terminal, with access via the Atlantic City Expressway and Garden State Parkway.
Parking is available on site and nearby; transportation times may vary by traffic and point of origin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Planning Your AWE Sports Event
When is AWE Sports at Showboat opening?
The planned opening is January 2027.
How many basketball and volleyball courts will AWE Sports have?
The planned facility includes 18 regulation basketball courts that can convert into 36 volleyball courts.
What types of events can AWE Sports host?
The venue is planned for basketball and volleyball tournaments, showcases, leagues, camps and clinics, plus cheer, dance, wrestling, martial arts, pickleball, field hockey, inline hockey and other court or mat sports. The clear-span space can also support expos, conventions and large-scale special events.
Can teams stay at Showboat?
Yes. Showboat is an oceanfront resort with approximately 1,000 guest rooms and suites. Group room blocks may be available for teams, coaches and families.
What is there for families to do between games?
Showboat offers Island Waterpark, Lucky Snake Arcade & Raceway, spa services, dining, bowling, mini golf, laser tag and direct Boardwalk and beach access. Amenities are subject to availability and change.
How do I request tournament or event information?
Use the Request Tournament Information button below and include your preferred dates, sport, estimated attendance, number of teams and court requirements so the sales team can follow up with availability and event details.
Bring Your Event to Atlantic City
Build a Tournament Families Will Remember.
Tell us your sport, preferred dates, estimated attendance and court needs. Our team can help you start planning the competition, accommodations and resort experience at AWE Sports at Showboat.
Specifications reflect the facility's planned design and are subject to final confirmation. Showboat amenities and features are subject to availability and change.