The City of Montgomery, in partnership with Experience Montgomery and Diamond Youth Baseball (DYB), officially announced that the city has secured the bid to host the 2026 DYB Regional World Series. This high-impact youth tournament previously generated over $4 million in direct visitor spending and attracted more than 750 families in 2024. With Montgomery as the 2026 host city, another major tourism and economic boost is expected.
“Montgomery is proud to be the home of championship-caliber youth sports,” said Mayor Steven L. Reed, City of Montgomery. “Securing the 2026 DYB Regional World Series speaks to the strength of our partnerships, the quality of our facilities, and the dedication of our community. These tournaments do more than fill hotel rooms—they bring families together, support local businesses, and showcase the best of what our city has to offer. As we look toward future bids, Montgomery is all in.”
“Hosting this series is not just a win for Montgomery, but a celebration of what our city can do when we work together,” added Brandon Dean, Montgomery Parks and Recreation Director. “From our grounds crews to our community volunteers, everyone plays a role in making events like these successful. We’re honored to welcome the 2026 DYB Regional World Series to Lagoon Park, and we’re committed to giving every athlete and family a first-class experience.”
Tournament Impact at a Glance
Recent and upcoming events hosted in Montgomery underscore its growing sports tourism momentum:
· DYB Rookies Tournament (June 11–14):
$400K in direct spending | 600+ room nights | 36 teams
· DYB Division 1 State Tournament (July 25–30):
$500K in direct spending | 600+ room nights | 37 teams
· 2026 DYB Regional World Series:
Expected $4M+ economic impact | Hundreds of families across the Southeast
Later this month, representatives from the city’s Parks and Recreation department, along with Experience Montgomery, will travel to Lexington, SC, to bid on two DYB World Series tournaments for 2027, which could bring up to 144 teams and thousands of additional visitors to Alabama’s Capital City.
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