For the first time in three decades, Philadelphia is hosting the 2026 Major League Baseball (MLB) All-Star Week. MLB All-Star Week, including the 96th MLB All-Star Game being played today between the American and National Leagues, is expected to bring 100,000 visitors to Philadelphia.
Pennsylvania invested $6.65 million to support the success of this sporting event including $3.15 million through the Sports Marketing and Tourism Grant Program and $3.5 million through the Marketing to Attract Marquis Events.
“We’re excited to host another major event here in Pennsylvania and share everything we have to offer to visitors and businesses,” said Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger.
For the MLB All-Star Week, BusinessPA also produced a new video featuring King of Prussia, PA-based Victus Sports ― the official bat company of Major League Baseball — highlighting the company’s continued growth here and discussing why the Commonwealth is the best place for manufacturers.
Additionally, the BusinessPA team developed collectible-style trading cards featuring available sites for growing businesses across Pennsylvania that feature key property details and encourage consultants and business leaders to explore development opportunities in the Commonwealth.
Last week, CNBC ranked Pennsylvania as the top state for business in the Northeast. Jumping four spots from last year’s ranking, the Commonwealth is #13 in the nation for business ― the highest Pennsylvania has been listed on CNBC’s Top States for Business in America rankings in 15 years.
