Welcome Message

It is a great pleasure for me to announce the forthcoming World Masters Athletics Championships 2026 will be hosted in Daegu, a vibrant city with diverse attractions, experiences, and exceptional cuisine.

Daegu, equipped with its advanced sports infrastructure, has a distinguished history of successfully hosting prestigious international events, including the 2002 FIFA World Cup, the 2003 Summer Universiade, the IAAF World Championships in Athletics 2011, and the World Masters Indoor Championships 2017. Additionally, the city annually hosts a world-class international Daegu marathon, drawing global attention and passionate support from our citizens, establishing Daegu as a global center for athletics.

The World Masters Athletics Championships 2026 will be commenced on August 21, 2026 in Daegu which continues over the course of 13 days. We strongly believe it will serve as a grand celebration of sport with athletes thirty-five and over, of all abilities from across the globe. This event will also provide an exceptional platform for participants to challenge their limits and engage in mutual cooperation, creating a festival of friendship and athletic excellence.

Together with the 2.5 million citizens of Daegu, we are dedicated to providing every participant with a comfortable and secure environment where they can fully reach their athletic potential.


To all the distinguished World Masters athletes!
We hope you will achieve your personal aspirations, immerse yourselves in the rich tapestry of Korean culture with your families, and return home with cherished memories from your time in Daegu in 2026.

With our deepest regards.