— Published September 6, 2026

36 sports and 62 disciplines on the program for Karlsruhe 2029

World Games

Ask for the program!International Association of World Games confirmed the Karlsruhe 2029 menu. We find there 36 sports, divided into 62 disciplinesThe list, which is not exhaustive, includes parachuting, flag football, archery, badminton, baseball5, climbing, cheerleading, bowls, billiards, cycling, dance, fistball, flying disc, floorball, gymnastics, beach handball, hockey5, korfball, six-a-side lacrosse, mini golf, orienteering, squash, sumo, duathlon, roller skating, wushu, and wakeboarding. Para sport is also on the program, in particular with freediving for athletes with disabilities or para karate.

« In collaboration with our international member federations and the Karlsruhe organizing committee, we have developed a program comprising 36 sports and 62 disciplines that reflects the diversity, quality and global appeal of our movement, says Constance Terrier, CEO of the IWGA. Each discipline showcases exceptional athletes, passionate communities, and unique sporting traditions. We look forward to welcoming them to Karlsruhe. »

« Our goal was to make the full diversity of sport tangible through our sports program.explains Alain Blondel, sporting director of Karlsruhe 2029. We are particularly passionate about para sports, which, as an integral part of the program, will further showcase their exceptional performances to the general public. Each discipline will bring its own unique dynamic and personalities to Karlsruhe. I am already looking forward to this. fascinating mix of emerging and traditional sportsand to transform the entire city into a stage for world-class performances. »