World Games 2025

Chengdu 2025 marks The World Games' Asian debut in China, combining rich cultural symbolism (pandas, bamboo, knots), expanded participation, new sports, and inclusive para-competitions—all set in a city blending tradition with innovation.

For the first time ever, this global multi-sport event lands in China, welcoming over 5,000 athletes and officials from around the world.

🏆 What Are The World Games?

The World Games celebrate non-Olympic and emerging sports, featuring:

• 34+ sports, including cheerleading, drone racing, parkour, korfball, underwater sports, and more.
• 253 medal events across 60+ disciplines
• Inclusive para-events added for the first time in history

📍 Venues Across Chengdu

• Dong’an Lake Sports Park (Opening & Closing Ceremonies)
• Longquanyi District
• Eastern New Area
• Tianfu New Area & Hi‑Tech Zone

🎉 Cultural Highlights

• Logo: A colorful fusion of a panda, Chinese knot, and hibiscus flower
• Mascots: 🐼 Shu Bao (giant panda) & 🐵 Jin Zai (golden snub-nosed monkey)
• Torch: "Zhumeng" (Dream Chaser), symbolizing ambition and tradition

🇨🇳 China's Largest Team Ever

Over 330 Chinese athletes will compete across 28 sports, including new para-disciplines—marking the country’s biggest delegation to date.

✨ Featured Sports to Watch

• Muaythai (Aug 8–10) – 48 athletes from 31 nations
• Floorball (Aug 7–13) – Debut of men’s & women’s teams
• Drone Racing – Fast and furious, over 100 mph!
• Korfball, Powerlifting, Parkour, Racquetball – and more!

🔥 Don’t Miss It!

Whether you're a sports enthusiast, cultural explorer, or simply looking for the next global event to experience, The World Games 2025 in Chengdu is the place to be.