The upcoming Pan American Games in Lima will spotlight an extensive selection of 36 sports, promising dynamic contests filled with passion and skill. Competitors representing dozens of nations will vie not only for medals but also for regional pride across a spectrum of events that blend classic favorites with innovative additions gaining momentum throughout the Americas.

Among these highlighted disciplines are:

  • Track & Field Athletics
  • Competitive Swimming
  • Basketball (including 3×3 format)
  • Football (Soccer)
  • Cycling (Road & Track)
  • Surfing – capitalizing on Peru’s Pacific coastline

This diverse program also embraces lesser-known yet rapidly growing sports such as skateboarding and sport climbing—both recently added Olympic events—reflecting evolving trends within continental athletics. The games aim not only to celebrate physical excellence but also cultural richness by uniting participants through shared values of respect and fair play.

Lima’s coastal geography offers unique opportunities especially for water-based competitions like surfing—a discipline where Peruvian athletes have shown increasing prowess internationally—adding local flavor alongside traditional stadium events.