World Games 2029

**Karlsruhe is hosting the 2029 World Games!** This international sporting event brings people from all over the world together "in the heart of Europe." Karlsruhe is the first city since the World Games were founded to host the event for the second time. ### World Games in the heart of Europe With this major event under the motto "World Games in the heart of Europe," Karlsruhe is not only connecting its geographical location in the heart of Europe. The event also symbolizes and embodies sporting and cultural diversity and the coming together of people from all over the world who share a passion for sport and feel connected through it. More than 5,000 athletes from over 100 countries will compete against each other in around 35 sports. The World Games stand for the promotion of non-Olympic sports. In line with the values of inclusion and community associated with the World Games, Karlsruhe is committed to participation: over 200 clubs, initiatives, and volunteers are actively involved in the organization of the World Games. ### Karlsruhe is the venue for the second time The return of the World Games after almost four decades is not only a tribute to Karlsruhe's status as a [sports city](https://www.karlsruhe-erleben.de/sportstadt), but also a recognition of the success of past events. Karlsruhe is the first city since the World Games were founded to host the games for the second time. The 1989 World Games played a key role in cementing the city's reputation as a venue for major sporting and cultural events: from the city's anniversary celebrations in 2015 to the Ecumenical World Church Congress in 2022, the city has proven that it has the necessary expertise and organizational structure to successfully host major events.