13 Exotic NFL Draft Locations That Could Inspire Your Spring 2026 Travel

The NFL Draft usually lands in a single host city each year, and the NFL makes that announcement separately from the fan planning cycle. As of November 2025, an official 2026 host city may still be pending, so use this guide as practical inspiration rather than a fixed itinerary. This list pivots from the idea of multiple simultaneous draft locations to a travel-forward roundup of 13 cities that have hosted the draft recently or that offer the kind of energy and infrastructure a draft weekend demands. Each entry highlights why the city works for event travel, what to see beyond draft programming, where to stay, and tips to make the most of a spring trip.

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